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Skip-the-Line Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica Group Tour

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Discover the sacred and artistic treasures of the Vatican on an immersive tour led by an art historian guide. Skip the long lines with priority access, and see some of the most important masterpieces in the Vatican Museum’s immense collection. Stand in awe beneath Michelangelo’s frescoes in the Sistine Chapel, and learn the stories behind the art through an audio headset so you don’t miss a word of your guide’s commentary. At the end of the tour, gain direct entrance to the magnificent interior of St Peter’s Basilica.
  • Art history tour of the splendid Vatican Museums
  • See highlights of the sprawling collection with a knowledgeable guide
  • Learn about the artists and their patrons through live audio headset commentary
  • Walk beneath the sacred ceiling of the Sistine Chapel
  • Beat the crowds with skip-the-line access
  • Direct entry into St. Peter’s Basilica
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Professional art historian guide
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Skip-The-Line Access
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Hotel pickup and drop-off

Departure Point

Via Germanico, 16, 00192 Roma RM, Italy

Departure Time

3:30 PM

Return Details

St. Peter's Basilica, Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • The tour reservations have strict timing. To join the tour, you are required to be at the meeting point for check-in at least 15 minutes prior to your tour departure time.
  • If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
  • Knees & Shoulders MUST be covered for both men & women to enter the Sistine Chapel!
  • Please note that on the day of your visit certain areas of the monument/attraction can be closed due to either religious events and national holidays.
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Please be advised capacity regulations and security may delay the tour departure This could also influence the smooth running of the tour especially on national holidays and events.
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with on an individual basis but are the responsibility of the monument.
  • All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
  • The exact timings and reservations can vary, dependant on the monument/attraction’s administration offices availabilities and decisions on the booking day and can be subject to last minute changes. Departure time can differ up to 20 minutes from your selected time.
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
  • Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
  • Students booking a reduced ticket must have a photo ID, you must bring a photo ID to be allowed into the monument.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
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What is the maximum group size during Skip-the-Line Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica Group Tour?
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This activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers.

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  • "Tour meet-up was at a location about a 5m walk from the Vatican entrance so it was convenient." See review
  • "The Vatican is massive and it gets crazy there at 8 am; without skipping the lines, you would be lost for sure!" See review
  • "The cost of the tour is very reasonable and certainly gives one a great overview of the history and artifacts that can be found in Vatican City." See review

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OUTSTANDING VALUE AND EXPERIENCE
Robert_M
, Dec 2020
The guide was OUTSTANDING He was knowledgeable AND patient. My companion would wander off OR stop to compose photos he would wait.
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Awesome Vatican Tour
Clint_W
, Mar 2020
Eugenio was a fantastic tour guide, providing some very interesting knowledge and stories about everything we saw. Being with this tour group and getting skip-the-line passes was ideal as we were able to pretty much stroll right in to the Vatican Museums. We really enjoyed this tour.
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Donna
, Mar 2020
Fabulous tour with my elderly mother. She enjoyed it immensely. Very informative and knowledgeable guide...Christine? So many tours and guides.....would definately recommend doing the package.. Only concern was the tour places dont have signs outside just the street number which even with google maps is rather hard to find.
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Vatican
Holly_S
, Mar 2020
Had a nice time, it seemed a bit rushed however Once inside the Vatican. We wanted to read and spend more time inside but it was a lot to see and we had only limited time.
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The best tour
Kay
, Mar 2020
This was a brilliant tour. It was the highlight of our trip because our tour guide saverio was so knowledgeable and engaging. He was funny but just the sheer about of information we were given was amazing. I definitely recommend this tour and our tour guide 100% and if we returned we would probably do it again!! 😁
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Bravo Christina
Ramone_M
, Feb 2020
Cristhina did a excellent presentation and explanation of the most important issues of tour , so far had been the best in our European vacation
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Vatican tour
Les_S
, Feb 2020
Excellent tour conducted by a very knowledgeable guide. Good value for money and an experience not to be missed.
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Sistine chapel explanation
Marjan-M
, Feb 2020
Christina , our tour guide was amazing , she had very good explanation about vatican experience, highly recommend it
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Sistine chapel.. it was breathtaking
Anuradha_B
, Feb 2020
The guide was very informative and fun at the same time. He pointed out all important statue, tapestry etc. The tour was very comprehensive and a must for anyone visiting Vatican
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Small group
A_C
, Feb 2020
Meeting point is not convenient at all especially for visitors and it’s hard to locate. The group was small which was good.
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