Rome Vatican, Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica Early Morning Express Tour
2 Hours 30 Minutes
Mobile Ticket
Hotel Pickup Offered
No
English
Language Offered
×Offered in
Overview
The Vatican Museums are among the most visited museums in the world and they often have queues to match. This 2.5-hour small-group express tour offers early access to the Vatican before the crowds arrive, so you can take in highlights such as the Hall of Tapestries and the Gallery of Maps; marvel at the Sistine Chapel; and enjoy skip-the-line entrance to St.Peter's Basilica.
All entrance fees included
Informative, friendly and professional guide
Small group ensures personal service
Fully narrated tour
Skip the line
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Entrance fees and reservations to Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
Professional and passionate local guide
Guaranteed to skip the long lines and enter before the crowds
Small-group tour size to guarantee a great experience
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Exclusions
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Departure & Return
Departure point
Near the Vatican Museums main entrance
Departure Time
7:30am7:45am (Winter Season)Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the departure time
Return Details
Concludes outside St. Peter's Basilica
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
The museums are wheelchair accessible; however, you will be required to take a special wheelchair friendly itinerary, and therefore not be able to follow this tour
In order to qualify for the youth pricing, participants between the age of 18 and 25 need to be in possession of a valid student ID (university card) on the day of the tour. Otherwise they will be charged the price difference for the full admission
The tour will end in front of St. Peter's Basilica, at which point you will no longer be allowed to return to the Sistine Chapel
Museums. If you wish to stay in these parts longer, you will need to inform your guide prior and forego the St. Peter's Basilica
Please note: large bags, backpacks, luggage, and tripods cannot be brought into the Vatican Museums. There is a coat-check at the museum entrance; however, the end point of the tour is far from the museum entrance and it will take about 20 minutes to walk back to pick up your belongings. Leaving large items at your hotel is highly recommended
Please note: in the event there are unexpected closings or an area usually covered on the tour is unavailable, your guide will still provide explanations of that area from the outside. You will also be shown an extra site or gallery to compensate the closed area
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.