Michelangelo's Tour in Rome: Pietà, St Peter's Basilica & Dome

Vatican City, Italy

2 hours (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Discover the genius of Renaissance master Michelangelo during this private tour of the Vatican Museums that focus on his art and architecture. Highlights include the fresco-covered ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, La Pietà sculpture, and panoramic views overlooking the Eternal City from the top of St. Peter’s Basilica. Get the chance to ask your guide plenty of questions without the hustle of a group tour.

Beat the usual long wait times with guaranteed fast-track entry
Learn more from your art historian guide
A must-do tour for art and culture enthusiasts
The short tour can easily fit into busy schedules

What's Included

Local taxes
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Private tour
Local guide
Professional art historian guide

Gratuities
Private transportation

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

St. Peter Square Obelisk
Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City
Please meet your guide at the obelisk situated in St Peter's Square. The guide will be holding a sign with your name on it.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

St. Peter's Basilica

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

St. Peter's Basilica

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible

Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
DRESS CODE AND LUGGAGE POLICY At the Vatican and in general in all the Roman churches and Synagogues dress code for both men and women requires shoulders and knees to be covered. Shorts and skirts are fine, but below knees. Do not bring large items (e.g. large bags, backpacks, long umbrellas…) on tour because they are not permitted in the Vatican Museums.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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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

5.0

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Amazing Tour

Jennifer_D, Mar 2024

Thomas was amazing! Telling us the history and details before we entered the Sistine Chapel before we entered so we could appreciate it, and also a wonderful tour of the basilica.