Sistine Chapel

• Skip the long lines and walk straight into the Vatican Museums with your guide—save up to 2 hours of waiting time.

• Explore world-famous galleries like the Gallery of Maps, Tapestries, and Raphael Rooms with expert commentary.

• In a group of up to 20 guests, enter the Sistine Chapel with powerful context that brings Michelangelo’s ceiling frescoes to life.

• Upgrade to a small-group tour of less than 15 guests for a more personal, engaging experience or add access to the Vatican Gardens.

• A smart, time-saving way to experience the highlights of a 48-day-long collection in just a few hours.

• Explore three top Vatican landmarks in one go — the Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica.

• Skip long entry lines at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with priority access.

• Walk the Gallery of Maps as your expert guide shares stories behind every masterpiece.

• Enter St. Peter’s Basilica via a special passageway from the Chapel—no need to queue again outside.

• Opt for a small-group tour (max 10) for a deeper Vatican experience, or beat the crowds with early access and reach the Dome’s summit for stunning views.

• Skip the long lines and enter the Vatican Museums with a small group of under 15 guests.

• Enjoy more personal attention and richer storytelling with an expert guide by your side.

• Explore masterpieces in the Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps, and more without the crowd stress.

• Stand beneath Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling and take it all in—without being rushed.

• A smaller group makes it easier to ask questions, move freely, and connect with the art on a deeper level.

• Save 1–2 hours with timed entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel—no ticketing queues.

• Explore the museums at your own pace, from classical sculptures to Renaissance frescoes in the Gallery of Maps.

• End at the Sistine Chapel and witness Michelangelo’s iconic Creation of Adam ceiling.

• Choose upgrades like hosted entry for personal assistance through the entry process or an audio guide in 12 languages for an insightful visit.

• Want more? Add a scenic open-bus tour of the Vatican Gardens—normally closed to the public.

• Experience the absolute best of Rome on this incredible full-day tour with access to iconic spots like Vatican Museums, Colosseum, and more.

• Witness Michelangelo's frescoed ceiling and massive dome at the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica, and deep dive into history at the Colosseum.

• Enjoy breathtaking views from Palatine Hill and venture into the Roman Forum and learn about ancient Roman lifestyle from the professional guide.

• The tour is available in Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, and Italian and upgrade your ticket for a semi-guided private tour.

• Did you know? Julius Caesar's funeral took place inside the Roman Forum and his body was cremated at the site's east corner.

• Make the most of your day by gaining priority access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, renowned for their vast art collections.

• Enter the Vatican Museums before it gets crowded and explore 54 stunning galleries that flaunt Renaissance artists' works, accompanied by a multilingual guide.

• Witness the iconic masterpiece, "The Creation of Adam," up close at the Sistine Chapel. Upgrade your ticket to enjoy a banquet breakfast in the Pinecone Courtyard.

• You can choose between an early morning or after-hours guided tour of the museum by upgrading your ticket.

• Fun fact: The Vatican Museums have an impressive collection of ancient artifacts, including mummies, Greek and Roman sculptures, and Egyptian sarcophagi.

• Wander the marble halls of the Vatican Museum with statues, onto Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel, where a painted ceiling with biblical figures greets you.

• Delve into paintings like the artist Raphael's "School of Athens" with enrobed gods, and Michelangelo's life-like La Pieta with Mary cradling baby Jesus.

• Get a tour of Rome’s eerie underground catacombs and learn how they were places of worship for the first Christians.

• Listen to your guide narrate the history of the dark, 2000-year-old skull-filled tunnels and choose from 5 languages.

• Fun fact: Even Roman pets were buried in the catacombs, hinting at a deeper bond between them and their owners!

• Take a guided tour of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel and gaze at Michelangelo's vibrant murals of biblical heavens.

• Let your guide take you through the Catacomb's eerie tunnels with skulls and bones of the buried, peeking through the walls, created by Roman Christians 2000 years ago.

• Step into Hadrian's Mausoleum and be greeted by the cylindrical building topped by a golden quadriga that later turned into a prison.

• Wander through the Castel Gandolfo where colorful houses hug the shores of the serene Lake Albano and the papal palace stands as a historic centerpiece.

• Fun fact: Some catacombs were used as secret meeting places during times of religious persecution, to hide from the Roman authorities!

Waste no time waiting in any lines with this incredible guided tour of the Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel. With a professional guide providing you with commentary and deep insight into all the marvels of the Vatican combined with a total bypass of the entry line at the Museum, this is truly the perfect tour for those who are short on time but want to get their money's worth!