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Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour with St. Peter’s Basilica Entry

Gallery of the Candelabra in Vatican Museum showcasing ornate sculptures and classical architecture.
Vatican Gallery of Maps showcasing detailed frescoes of Italy's regions.
Belvedere Torso sculpture in Vatican Museum, Rome, Italy.
Pomodoro Sculpture - Vatican Museums

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3 hrs

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Discover the wonders of Italy’s classical and renaissance periods on this exciting VIP Vatican City tour and he Basilica of St. Peter!

    • Experience the best of Vatican City with a guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, plus entry to St. Peter’s Basilica and its dome.
    • Follow an expert guide through the Museums’ 1,200 galleries and uncover Renaissance gems along the way.
    • Step into the Sistine Chapel and admire Michelangelo’s iconic ceiling and The Last Judgement.
    • Get access to St. Peter’s Basilica, explore its chapels and crypts at your own pace, and climb the dome for breathtaking views over Rome.
    • Guided tour of the Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
    • Expert English-speaking guide
    • Skip-the-line entry to Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
    • Skip-the-line entry to St. Peter's Basilica
    • Access to St. Peter's Basilica Dome by elevator to the base and stairs to the top
    • Transportation
    • Gratuities
    • Food and drinks
    • Visit to the Necropolis / St. Peter’s Tomb / Scavi
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    What our guests say

    GUILLERMO SANCHEZ SALGADO

    Guillermo

    Feb, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    A great tour very clear and led by an expert and friendly guide, you enjoy everything, thank you!
    Ajit Kaur Dhillon

    Ajit

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Yamuna was well prepared with all the interesting facts, lovely personality, easy to chat with, answerting questions. She prepared us all very well for the climb up the Basilica tower. The information aboit the Cistine Chapel was fantastic and respecting the rules of the chapel even though nobody else was observing them.
    Paul Joseph Hunton

    Paul

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Getting there early was key. Our tour guide was fantastic. Very knowledgeable about what she showed us and how to budget time to maximize our experience..
    Keith Boardman

    Keith

    Mar, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    Our guide seemed to navigate our group through the crowds with a minimum of queueing; great! We did the dome climb, bit scary but worth it. Lots of facts and info from our guide, easy to hear via the earpieces Expensive tour but memorable.
    Rosario Principe

    Rosario

    Feb, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Extraordinary experience. Incredible works. Very well organized with a very good guide. Bravo to everyone from Pope Sixtus to Michelangelo.... from Chagall to Salvatore Fiume...
  • Start your journey with fast-track entry to the Vatican Museums, home to one of the world's richest art collections. With an expert English-speaking guide, explore iconic galleries like the Gallery of Maps and the Raphael Rooms, gaining deeper insight into the history, symbolism, and masterpieces housed within.

    Marvel at the Sistine Chapel

    Next, follow your guide to the Sistine Chapel, located inside the Apostolic Palace. Gaze up at Michelangelo’s legendary ceiling frescoes and The Last Judgement, taking in the grandeur and detail of one of the most celebrated artistic achievements in history. As the Chapel observes strict code of silence, your guide will share all the interesting details before you enter.

    Self-Guided Visit to St. Peter’s Basilica and Dome

    Your experience includes access to St. Peter’s Basilica and its dome. Climb to the top of Michelangelo’s Cupola for sweeping views of Rome, then explore the Basilica at your own pace to admire its Baroque architecture, Michelangelo's Pieta, and the stunning Papal Sarcophagi.

  • What to bring

    • Comfortable shoes are recommended.

    What's not allowed

    • Strict dress code: knees and shoulders must be covered for all guests.
    • Mobile phones must remain on silent mode inside the monuments.
    • Note that the following are not allowed on this tour: tripod, flash photography, knives, weapons, or sharp objects.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
    • Please note that the climb to the Dome's top involves a substantial number of steps and requires a decent level of physical fitness. It is not recommended for people with heart/back conditions, mobility issues, or late-stage pregnancy.

    Additional information

    • Expect a long wait at security, especially during peak times. Patience is key, it could take up to an hour!
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly

    • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID to your tour guide

    • Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid delays

    • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid student IDs

    Meeting Point

    Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions

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