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Skip-the-line Vatican, Sistine Chapel&Basilica Tour W Local Guide

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Rome, Italy
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Immerse yourself in the Vatican's rich history on this private tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, and its papal tombs. Don't get overwhelmed about where to start exploring; your private guide will lead you to the highlights. Take in Renaissance masterpieces, religious artefacts and detailed architecture in less than a few hours.
  • Enjoy a personalized experience on this private tour
  • Go beyond the information panels and learn directly from your guide
  • Easy to fit into a busy vacation schedule
  • Take in Michelangelo's frescoes in-person at the Sistine Chapel

What's Included

  • Local taxes
  • Local guide
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Viale Vaticano, Roma RM, Italy

    At the stairs outside the Vatican museums, at the monumental white door. Viale Vaticano.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

1

Vatican Museums

1 hour Admission Ticket Included

2

Stanze di Raffaello

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

3

Sistine Chapel

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

4

St. Peter's Basilica

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

5

St. Peter's Square

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • 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
  • Please note, the Basilica/and or the Sistine Chapel might not be accessible as part of the tour, due to the special celebration. Unfortunately, we know that very last minute. In any case, you can go there after the tour, queueing.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

4.9
based on 18 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

So much to see!!

Joe_P, Apr 2022
So much to see! This was a great tour, and our guide was incredibly knowledgeable about all the artwork and sculptures.

Response from Host, Apr 2022

Thank you Joe for your review! Hope you can come back to see what you've missed :) Have a lovely day!

From $422.84

per person

-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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