Skip the line to explore the Vatican's highlights on this 3-hour, small-group tour. Listen to your guide's narration, focused on the museums' archaeology and art history, during visits to St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, and the Vatican Museums.
Skip-the-line access
3-hour small-group tour of the Vatican Museums
Visit the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica
Narration focused on art history and archaeology
Departs from Rome hotels or a central meeting point
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Entrance fees
Professional guide
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Walking tour
Headsets
Hotel pick up (if option booked)
Exclusions
Gratuities (optional)
Departure & Return
Departure point
Central Rome hotels or meeting point.
Departure Time
Varies
Return Details
St Peter's Square
What To Expect
When booking, select the option for hotel pickup, or meet your guide at the tour office in central Rome. Arrive at the Vatican Museums to skip the often very long entry lines, breeze past the crowds waiting for tickets, and proceed directly inside. Follow your guide to see the facility's highlights, spread over almost 2,000 rooms. In the Sistine Chapel, take in Michelangelo's famous fresco on the ceiling and the painting of the Last Judgment on the alter wall. Continue through the museum to see masterworks such as the Lacoon Group and the Apollo Belvedere, as well as the Maps Galleries and the Tapestries Gallery. Enter St. Peter's Basilica to see the Baldachin Altar by Bernini and Michelangelo's La Pietà. End your 3-hour tour in St. Peter's Square to view and learn about Bernini's double Colonnade.
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.