Guided Tours

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Premium Small Group Tour

Name: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Premium Small Group Tour
Start: 2024-11-11T10:30:00
End: 2024-11-11T13:00:00
Location: Rome

Visitors on a small group guided tour of Vatican Museums

Group of tourists exploring Vatican Museums and admiring Sistine Chapel, Rome, Italy, on a premium guided tour

Vatican Museum guided tour group viewing Sistine Chapel ceiling artwork.

Vatican Museums tour group viewing Sistine Chapel ceiling in Rome.

Enjoy a skip-the-line, guided group tour experience, as you learn all about the history and culture of the Vatican and Sistine Chapel.

Highlights

Bypass the crowds and head straight to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel in this in-depth guided tour.
Discover the Vatican's art and history with your expert guide as you explore the Pio Clementino Museum and Gallery of Maps.
Uncover the Vatican's rich tapestry, from ancient Rome to papal splendor in the language of your choice.
Ponder the genius of Michelangelo as the frescoes of the Sistine Chapel daze you with their sheer size and artful intricacies.
Fun fact: If you read a book daily, it would take you over 4000 years to review all the books kept in the Vatican's library.

Inclusions

Small group of up to 15 guests
Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line entry
Entry to St. Peter's Basilica (as per option selected)
Expert English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, or German-speaking guide (as per option selected)
Headsets

Exclusions

Gratuities

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Reviews

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Sir

5/5

Nov, 2024

My wife wanted to come to Rome for her birthday and to practice her Italian . She had experienced a Papal public audience on a previous trip 40 years ago but had not visited the Vatican Museum or Sistine Chapel. They were simply breathtaking and a tremendous experience made all the more so by our wonderful guide Marko from Maya Tours. He was so knowledgeable and passionate about everything which made the whole visit that much more enjoyable. My wife had not been prepared to have an early start for an Englh speaking guide so the tour was in French , which she speaks fluently ! I was able to follow a lot of what he said but Marko also spoke English which he used on occasion for me . This helped enormously. We were only 9 in the group which was a perfect number.A simply marvellous afternoon ended in St Peter's Basilica

Nicolas

5/5

Nov, 2024

Thanks to Marc for this extraordinary visit! A truly captivating, gentle tour. This was our best visit during our stay in Rome 🙏🏼

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Briant

5/5

Oct, 2024

Extraordinary guide who turned a formal visit into a fascinating story. Marc's French was impeccable.

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Janet

5/5

Oct, 2024

Our tour guide Olga was outstanding. We appreciated her enthusiasm, passion and knowledge of the Vatican Museums, The Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica. It was very crowded during parts of the visit but Olga managed to navigate and group us so we were able to enjoy each highlight and appreciate the beauty and history. Olga communicated with each of us throughout making it very personal too. Thank you!

Deepa

4/5

Oct, 2024

It was informative. Without a guide I would be lost. I loved the Vatican. Don't forget to post a letter from the Vatican Post Office when the guide is done.

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Your experience

Your professional guide will lead you through the Vatican Museums through our reserved Official Partners entrance, saving time on any long and winding queues. Then, begin your exclusive tour in a group of just up to 15 people. Marvel at the vast collections of Renaissance art spread out over many galleries.

While you traverse the Gallery of Tapestries, the Gallery of Maps, and the awe-inspiring Raphael's Rooms, you can listen to your guide's commentary on your headsets and understand more about the rich tradition of culture and history embodied in the Vatican.

Next, you will make a stop at the Sistine Chapel, Michelangelo's magnum opus, where you can spend time appreciating the finer details of Michelangelo's marvelous murals. Learn all about the Vatican city’s role in shaping world history and Christianity as it is perceived today, on this tour of its most famous landmarks. This means you can visit the Vatican safely and with very few people around – which will be an amazing, almost unbelievable way to experience this incredible place.

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.

Know before you go

What to bring

It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes as the tour involves a fair amount of walking

What's not allowed

Strict dress code: knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
Big bags and suitcases aren't allowed inside the attraction, but guests can make use of the lockers on site.
Since complete silence is to be observed within the walls of the Sistine Chapel according to the rules of the Vatican, the guides will provide you with information about the site outside the Chapel. Visitors are to maintain silence within the Chapel as well.
Photography and the use of mobile phones are strictly prohibited in the Sistine Chapel.
Pets and other small animals are not allowed in the venue, except guide dogs.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
While the tour is not accessible, the Vatican Museums offer free tickets for visitors with mobility impairments (certified invalidity exceeding 74%) and a companion.

Additional information

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.
The Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel will remain closed on Sun.
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.
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.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.