St Peter's Basilica Tours and Tickets

 A visit to the Vatican doesn't have to mean contending with crowds. This tour grants you early entry to the Vatican museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica, and special access to a room not normally open to tours. Get ahead of other tours with your small group. This approximately 4-hour tour will give you time to appreciate the art and history that has enchanted people for generations.

Make the most of your time in Rome with a private driver who can whisk you to all the major sites while explaining the history and culture of the Eternal City. Enjoy skip-the-line access the Vatican (depending on availability) and the Roman Colosseum. Visit landmarks like the the Pantheon, the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and the Roman Forum. Learn about ancient Roman life as well as contemporary livings your guide navigates around the city, giving you a glimpse into everyday life. This is an excellent tour for those who only have a day or two in Rome and want to make the most of their sightseeing time.

Tens of thousands of people visit the Vatican Museums each day to see St. Peter's Basilica, masterpieces by the likes of Michelangelo and Raphael, and the Sistine Chapel. Get inside the UNESCO-listed complex almost an hour before it opens to the general public on this 3-hour, early-access tour that's limited to just 12 participants. Enter through a reserved doorway to skip the lines, and stay a step ahead of the large crowds on this carefully planned route that ensures you make the most of your time.

The Vatican Museums are among the most visited museums in the world, so it's no surprise that it can get crowded. This 3-hour early bird tour lets you visit the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica before the crowds arrive, with skip-the-line entrance and a small group of up to 12 people.

Beat the crowds to the Vatican, and explore its famous museum complex before the doors open to the general public. The early morning experience is led by a private guide, just for your group, so you can ask as many questions as you wish while you explore. See the Vatican Museums' treasures, then step inside the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica to admire some of the world's finest examples of Renaissance art.

A truly inspirational exclusive experience which hits the highest heights in Rome and the Vatican City! Time spent with your local driver-guide is approximately 2 hours. After your fully private limousine ride around Rome, interesting walks and bird's-eye views, use your priority skip-the-line tickets for the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and then the magnificent Vatican Museums for the self-guided portion (we send these to you by e-mail). Recommended time inside ancient Rome's archaeological area c. 1.5 hours. Recommended time inside the Vatican Museums c. 2.5 hours.

Get an early start to your sightseeing at the Vatican Museums with admission before opening hours. Follow an expert guide through the complex before the general public and avoid the crowds during your 3-hour tour. Marvel at Michelangelo's world-renowned works at the Sistine Chapel and enjoy privileged, skip-the-line access to the awe-inspiring St Peter's Basilica.

Explore the Vatican Museums during this guided 3-hour tour that includes skip-the-line-admission. Entrance to St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel are included.

Get a head-start on your sightseeing and avoid the crowds with early access to the Vatican Museums before the doors open to the public. Start with VIP entry to the Sistine Chapel to experience this gorgeous space in peace. Continue on to see the rest of the Vatican Museums ahead of the general public. Choose a tour with an art history expert guide or a self-guided audioguide tour.

Explore the Vatican with a guide for a full day tour of the world's most important Catholic landmarks and sights. Start the day by attending the Papal Audience. After lunch at the Vatican cafe, visit world famous sights like the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, and St. Peter's Square where you admire Michelangelo's Cupola. Skip long lines with your tour passes and leave the logistics to your guides. This tour is ideal for visitors looking for a hassle-free, comprehensive Vatican experience.

Home to UNESCO-listed treasures dating back to the Renaissance era, Vatican City ranks among Rome's must-see sites of interest - but the entry queues can be long. During this tour, save time with skip-the-line entry and see the best of the Vatican in one comprehensive visit. Explore the Egyptian museum, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica, and hear the hidden secrets behind the Vatican's beautiful artworks, frescoes, and tapestries.

Explore the sacred Christian sites of Rome with a small-group tour, including the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, and more. Skip the hassle of finding all these sights on your own and hear fun facts and stories about Rome's early Christian history as you travel from site to site with a guide.

See the wonders of Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel - and browse the highlight galleries of the Vatican Museums - before the crowds arrive on this half-day tour. Choose from regular or small-group options, meet out front, and head inside an hour before doors open to the general public. Admire Michelangelo's colossal achievement and the museums' many masterpieces, and then continue directly to St. Peter's Basilica, without waiting in any long lines.

Your driver will meet you at your ship in Civitavecchia. From there, you and your companions can sit back and enjoy the ride into the Eternal City. You'll see lots of the sights of Rome on your way to your tour with an art historian guide at the Vatican. There is also a stop at the Colosseum before your return journey to the port, roughly nine hours after leaving.

Check off the must-sees of Rome and Vatican City with this all-in-one pass that can be used over two day. Allowing you to visit the sights at your own pace, the prebooked sightseeing voucher includes skip-the-line access to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, the Roman Forum, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, and the papal tombs. Just make one booking, and then use your pass to visit the landmarks at your leisure. An audio guide is also included.

Visit the superb Sistine Chapel before the crowds arrive with early admission to the Vatican Museums and a guided tour of the Sistine Chapel. You'll learn about this history and context of the brilliant artwork that covers the interior of the Sistine Chapel, then follow an interior passage to St. Peter's Basilica, finishing the tour just as the general public arrives. This hour-long Sistine Chapel tour includes early admission tickets, with a personal headset so you don't miss a word.

Explore Rome's historic sites in classic Italian style with a scooter tour of the city, then get skip-the-line access to the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and the Roman Forum for a comprehensive guided visit. The route takes in landmarks such as the Circus Maximus, the Trevi Fountain and St. Peter's Basilica, before the ancient heart of the city. This 6-hour combination tour is the perfect way to get oriented to Rome's fascinating neighborhoods and culture, and includes entrance fees, scooter rental, and insurance.

When your cruise ship docks at Civitavecchia port, make the most of your time with a self-guided, full-day shore excursion in Rome, customized to match your interests and preferred pace. Visit the heart of the Vatican at St. Peter's Square, see the Baroque architecture at Piazza Navona, taste Roman street food, or step back in time to Imperial Rome at the Colosseum and Roman Forum. The day is yours to spend as you like, and your driver will make it all happen with ease. Please note that all food and entrance fees are at your own expense.

Be mesmerized by the artistic treasures of the Vatican in silence and peace before the throngs of daytime visitors arrive. After starting the day with a traditional Italian breakfast (if option selected), enter the Vatican Museums 1 hour before they open to the public. Admire world-famous attractions including the Raphael Rooms and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel while your guide shares the stories behind the art. You'll also skip the long line to step inside the magnificent St Peter's Basilica. Tour size is limited for a more personalized experience.

Customize a private tour of Rome to match your interests with this one or two-day tour. Join a local guide to see top city landmarks such as the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, and Piazza Navona. Visit the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, learn about Ancient Roman history at the Colosseum, and taste classic Roman dishes in the charming neighborhood of Trastevere.