Skip-the-line Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel & St Peter's | 3 hours

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Museums, Chapel & St Peters
2 Adults x $77.95
$155.90
Approx Total
$155.90
Duration: 3 hours: This option includes Visiting the Highlights of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica.

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Maximum Group Size of 20!
  • Passionate English-Speaking Guide
  • Change to Marvel at The Last Judgement
  • Skip-the-line Entry & Visit to the St. Peter's Church
  • Including Visit to the Raphael Rooms and Borgia Apartments and into Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel
  • Skip-the-line Tickets and guided Tour to the Vatican Museums
  • Hotel Pick Up / Drop Off
  • Food & Beverages
  • Gratuities

Overview

Are you searching for a Vatican tour that lets you bypass the queue, but struggling to find one that fits your schedule? Fear not, as we have the perfect solution! Our Small Group Vatican tour offers multiple start times throughout the day, at a fantastic price point. In addition to accommodating your schedule, this small-group tour promises an unforgettable experience with a highly knowledgeable guide. Alongside an expert guide, you'll journey through the Vatican Museums, marvel at the breath-taking Sistine Chapel, explore the stunning Raphael Rooms, and visit the awe-inspiring St. Peter's Basilica, guaranteeing an all-in-one experience!

Meeting points

Please arrive 10 minute early. Your friendly guide will meet you at the top of the big staircase between Tmark Hotel Vaticano and Caffé Vaticano, (Viale Vaticano, 100). A representative will be there holding a sign with "The Tour Guy" written on it.

End point

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Tour normally ends at St. Peter's Basilica, with the exception of Wednesday morning tours that start before 11am. St. Peter's Basilica is unavailable on Wednesday morning, therefore the tour will in this case end inside the Vatican Museums.

Itinerary

  • Vatican City

    Meet your guide at a selected location in Vatican city, from where your guided tour will start!

    5 minutes

  • Vatican Museums

    Experience the best of the Vatican City with our Highlights of the Vatican Museums tour. Skip the line and delve into the treasures of this holy place, guided by an expert who will reveal the secrets behind the stunning artworks and artifacts. Follow your guide through the Candelabra Gallery, Gallery of the Tapestries, and Gallery of Maps, marvelling at the ancient Greek and Roman statues, Flemish tapestries, and detailed maps of Italy. In the Pio-Clementino Museum, home to some of the world's most famous sculptures, you'll see Laocoön and His Sons, the Belvedere Torso, and the magnificent sarcophagus of St. Helen, mother of Constantine. Next, enter the Raphael Rooms and immerse yourself in the Renaissance era of amazing art and literature. See the rooms frescoed by Raphael and admire his most famous work, The School of Athens, as your guide shares insights into the artist's life and influences.

    1 hour 30 minutes

  • Sphere within a Sphere

    Before entering the museums, join our guide on a brisk walk through the Pinecone Courtyard. Here you'll see the famous ''Sphere within a Sphere'' sculpture.

    5 minutes

  • Sistine Chapel

    Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel One of the most iconic experiences in Vatican City is visiting the Sistine Chapel, and once you step inside, you'll understand why. It's no wonder that this masterpiece is revered as one of the greatest works of art in Western civilization. Since the chapel is a sacred place of worship, speaking is not allowed inside, and your guide won't be able to provide commentary while you're there. But fear not, they'll provide commentary before entering ensuring that you're fully prepared to take in all the wonders of the Sistine Chapel. To gain entry into the Sistine Chapel, both men and women must ensure that their knees and shoulders are covered. Failure to comply might result in the Vatican denying entry to religious sites. We understand that the Roman summers can be scorching, so a great alternative is to bring a shawl, scarf, or sweater with you. Get ready to be spellbound by the sheer grandeur of the Sistine Chapel!

    15 minutes

  • St. Peter's Basilica

    St. Peter's Basilica - (Except on Wednesdays!) The last stop of your tour brings you to St. Peter's Basilica. Accompanied by your guide, you'll enter through a dedicated corridor for groups, granting swift access to the basilica skipping the long queues that often appear on the square. Inside, you'll have the opportunity to witness the Vatican's most esteemed church, believed to house the remains of St. Peter himself. Your guide will introduce you to the cathedral before you enter to explore on your own, allowing you all the time you need to take in the beauty of this religious site. Admire the architecture and art, including Michelangelo's La Pietà and Bernini's Baldacchino, and bask in the peaceful atmosphere of this spiritual sanctuary. Please note that St. Peter's Basilica is closed on Wednesdays for the Papal Audience and can occasionally experience other unexpected closures. If this happens, your guide will make up the time at other areas within the Vatican.

    45 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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 Vatican generally quiets down again in the late afternoon, but there is a chance the museums may still be crowded while you are inside
  • You are advised to be ready at the meeting point up to 15 minutes ahead of the start time to ensure a prompt start. After leaving the meeting point, your guide will bring you inside the Vatican Museums. Since we have a strict entrance time, in case of delays and late arrivals, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to add you to the group. Depending on the size of your group, headphones may be used for some tours. In that case, headphones will be provided. However you may use your own earbuds if you wish
  • Please contact The Tour Guy to book a wheelchair accessible tour

Free Cancellation

April 25100% refund
April 26No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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634 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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  • 4 stars
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  • 3 stars
    38
  • 2 stars
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  • 1 star
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 463 reviews with 5 stars

Excellent tour for a family or with young ones.

Published on Jan, 2025

Excellent tour! Loved our guide Ms Broccoli! She was very attentive to our needs and very willing and able to answer all our questions.

Great experience!!!!

Published on Jan, 2025

The tour was great our guide gave us plenty information and was very patient while we took pictures and work with us throughout the tour. Never once did she rush the tour I highly recommend them?!

Very nice tour!

Published on Dec, 2024

Our tour guide was excellent. I wish I could remember his name. He was an archeologist. 5 stars! *****

Ask for Raffa is the best!

Published on Dec, 2024

Raffa was a great tour guide. I have done several tours in the past and she was the best! Very knowledgeable and professional she was the best presenter. She was a superb host and speaker.

The guide was great!

Published on Dec, 2024

Sara, the guide was great - knowledgable, friendly and funny. We didnt have a crowded visit. Recommended!

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