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Access Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica on this skip-the-line guided tour, showcasing the Holy See's iconic landmarks.
- Skip the ticket lines, saving 1-2 hours and visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with the insights of a local guide.
- Explore the Museums’ famed galleries, like the Raphael Rooms and Gallery of Maps, while your guide shares exciting stories in your choice of language.
- Enjoy interesting insights from your guide before entering the Sistine Chapel to admire Michelangelo’s legendary frescoes, including The Last Judgment.
- Save time with direct access to the Basilica via a hidden door from the Sistine Chapel, skipping a 20-minute walk and a 2-hour queue.
- Upgrade your experience to include St. Peter’s Basilica, with the choice of standard entry or a guided tour for a deeper dive into this sacred landmark.
- Opt for the early morning tour with a Dome climb to beat the crowds and catch stunning views of the Vatican from above.
- Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line entry
- Skip-the-line entry to St. Peter's Basilica
- Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica (as per option selected)
- Expert English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking guide
- Semi private tour with a max group of 10 (as per option selected)
- Early morning tour with St. Peter's Basilica and Dome climb (as per option selected)
- Headphones
- Gratuities
- Entry to St. Peter's Basilica Dome
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Helen
Apr, 2025Verified booking
Our guide, Francesca, was funny and easy to listen to. She brought the history to life with her stories and kept us all interested at what was a very busy time in the Vatican. The Vatican museums and gardens were stunning, the Sistine Chapel was breathtaking and St Peter's Basilicia was beautiful. Francesca's stories about the art in the Sistine Chapel and Michelangelo's antics were the highlight for me.
Erin
Apr, 2025Verified booking
Our tour of the Vatican museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's basilica was amazing. The crowds were crazy but our tour guide kept us together and helped us get where we wanted to go. Her information was great and she was entertaining.Harry
Apr, 2025Verified booking
The guide was phenomenal !!! So knowledgeable, so invested in the history, and importing that to the group. Her timing, for ingress and egress to specific areas was so beneficial to the whole experience.
Leone
Apr, 2025Verified booking
What an amazing tour. Natalia our guide was so well spoken and had such a vast knowledge of so much of the roman history, art ,culture and religion. I had my 85 and 86yr old Aunts with me and she was so considerate and kind to them and didn't rush them. It was a fabulous tour. From the book in to the end it was well run and operated very smoothly. Well worth it . It was longer than we thought and a lot of walking so bring small snacks and water!! Thank you crown tours for a wonderful experience .Montejo
Apr, 2025Verified booking
The guide revealed a wealth of interesting information about Vatican City, the museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. It was an unforgettable experience.
These attractions are brimming with tales, legends, and myths accumulated over centuries, making them a goldmine for art and history buffs. A local guide will unravel the controversies, intrigue, and significance behind every corner. Whether you’re into a small group experience or need the choice between skip-the-line entry or a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica, you’ve got the flexibility to tailor your visit just the way you want it. Please be aware that during the Jubilee Year, certain areas of the Vatican Museums may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies. Additionally, entrance to St. Peter's Basilica may also experience unannounced closures.
Getting started
Once you book, you'll get your ticket by email, followed by details regarding the meeting point details and instructions.
What to expect
The Vatican Museums
Step into the Vatican Museums, where art and history collide in a spectacular display. With galleries that seem to stretch into infinity, you'll be surrounded by treasures from every corner of the globe, spanning centuries. The architecture alone is a jaw-dropper and the religious significance? Let's just say this isn’t your average museum stroll.
Features
- Raphael Rooms – Stunning frescoes, including The School of Athens.
- Gallery of Maps – A corridor lined with detailed 16th-century maps.
- Borgia Apartments – Lavish rooms decorated during Pope Alexander VI’s reign.
- Pinecone Courtyard – A grand open-air space with an ancient bronze pinecone.
- Sistine Chapel – Home to Michelangelo’s masterpieces.
The Sistine Chapel
Welcome to the 54th gallery, better known as the Sistine Chapel. This isn’t just any chapel; it's the chapel. Michelangelo’s ceiling might have you spellbound while taking it all in. From the famed Ceiling to The Last Judgment, these frescoes have been blowing minds since 1483.
Features
- Michelangelo’s ceiling frescoes – Iconic scenes, including The Creation of Adam.
- The Last Judgment – Michelangelo’s powerful depiction of the Second Coming.
- Frescoes by Renaissance masters – Works by Botticelli, Perugino, and Ghirlandaio.
- Papal Conclave Site – Where new popes are elected.
St. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter’s Basilica is a true Renaissance masterpiece, colossal in size, and a top pilgrimage site. But it’s not just the size that’s impressive; it’s packed with masterpieces. Marvel at Michelangelo’s Pieta, pay your respects at St. John Paul II’s tomb and admire Bernini’s Chair of St. Peter.
Features
- Michelangelo’s Pietà – A breathtaking marble sculpture of Mary holding Jesus.
- Bernini’s Baldachin – A grand bronze canopy above the Papal Altar.
- Papal Tombs – The final resting places of past popes.
- Dome Climb – Stunning panoramic views from the top.
- Vatican Grottoes – Underground chapels and tombs.
What to bring
- Compulsory Vatican dress code: Visitors must wear clothing that covers their knees, arms, and back.
- Please wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a lot of walking.
Accessibility
- The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users, pram/stroller users, or baby carriages.
- The Vatican Museums offer free tickets for visitors with mobility impairments (with certified invalidity exceeding 74%). In the case of visitors lacking in self-sufficiency, free entry is extended to their companions.
Additional information
- Purchasing this tour implies an agreement to stick with the assigned guide, without whom you cannot access the Vatican Museums. Opting out or missing the tour means losing ticket rights, without refunds.
- St. Peter’s Basilica may be closed on Wednesday mornings and afternoons as the Papal Audience takes place in St. Peter’s Square. If you’re considering visiting St. Peter's Basilica, please make plans for another day.
- Please note: All guests must pass through airport-style security. During high season and peak hours, the wait time at the security check may be up to 30 minutes.
- Sometimes guides are not allowed to give tours inside the St. Peter's Basilica. On such rare occasions, they will share a brief introduction outside and you'll be free to explore the basilica by yourself.
- Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica are active places of worship, some areas may be subject to sudden closures without prior notice.
- Expect a long wait at security, especially during peak times. Patience is key, it could take up to an hour!
- Please be aware that during the Jubilee Year, certain areas of the Vatican Museums may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies. Additionally, entrance to St. Peter's Basilica may also experience unannounced closures. These circumstances are beyond our control. Thank you for your understanding.
- The Vatican Museums reserve the right to close any section, including the Sistine Chapel, due to unforeseen circumstances. The closure of any museum section does not entitle visitors to any refund.
- Since the Jubilee is underway, access to St. Peter's Basilica is now restricted at all entrances. To ensure entry, reservations must be completed at least 5 days in advance.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Meeting point
- Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.
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