Guided Tours

Vatican Gardens and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour

Name: Vatican Gardens and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Start: 2025-03-01T09:00:00
End: 2025-03-01T12:00:00
Location: Vatican Museums

Vatican Gardens open bus tour with view of lush greenery and Vatican City landmarks.

Vatican Gardens open bus tour with view of lush greenery and Vatican Museum in Rome.

Small-group guided tour exploring Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, featuring iconic artworks and architecture, located in Vatican City

Visitors exploring the Gallery of Maps in the Vatican Museums, Rome.

Skip the queues for an expert-led tour of the exclusive Vatican Gardens, then explore select Museum galleries and admire Sistine Chapel frescoes.

Highlights

Skip the long ticketing queues and tour the Vatican Gardens, an exclusive retreat usually reserved for select visitors.
Explore the lush Vatican Gardens with an expert guide, uncovering Renaissance fountains, secret grottoes, and papal monuments.
Admire Renaissance masterpieces inside the Sistine Chapel and select Vatican Museum galleries, including the stunning Gallery of Maps and Tapestries.
Hear fascinating stories and insights before entering the Sistine Chapel, so you can fully appreciate Michelangelo’s breathtaking frescoes.
Enjoy a seamless guided experience with pre-reserved entry and a well-planned itinerary covering both the Vatican’s serene gardens and its artistic treasures.

Inclusions

Guided tour of the Vatican Gardens, Sistine Chapel & select Vatican Museum galleries
Entry ticket to the Vatican Gardens, Sistine Chapel & galleries (Gallery of Candelabras, Gallery of Maps, Gallery of Tapestries)
Expert Vatican guide

Exclusions

Access to the full Vatican Museums (only the mentioned galleries are included)
St. Peter’s Basilica entry
Audio guide
Hotel transfers & meals

Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Your experience

A rare glimpse into the Vatican’s serene gardens

Your journey begins with a visit to the exclusive Vatican Gardens, a peaceful oasis away from the crowds. As you stroll through this hidden retreat, your expert guide will reveal fascinating stories about its Renaissance fountains, papal monuments, and secret grottoes. You’ll see impeccably manicured landscapes, winding pathways, and quiet spots where popes have sought solitude for centuries.

Relive the glorious Vatican history inside the Museums

Leaving the gardens behind, you’ll continue to the Vatican Museums, where art and history blend seamlessly. Walk through the grand Gallery of the Candelabras, marvel at the detailed frescoes in the Gallery of Maps, and admire the intricate weavings in the Gallery of Tapestries. Each corridor unfolds a new layer of Vatican history, bringing centuries of art and culture to life.

Awe-inspiring finale at the Sistine Chapel

The highlight of your experience awaits at the Sistine Chapel. Before stepping inside, your guide will share intriguing details about Michelangelo’s breathtaking frescoes, setting the stage for what’s to come. Then, in respectful silence, you’ll enter and gaze up at The Last Judgment and The Creation of Adam, taking in every masterful detail. It’s the perfect way to end your immersive Vatican journey.

Know before you go

What to bring

A valid photo ID matching the name on your ticket
Comfortable walking shoes – expect some uphill paths in the gardens
A shawl or scarf if wearing sleeveless tops (for Sistine Chapel entry)

What’s not allowed

Sleeveless tops, shorts above the knee, and hats (strict dress code)
Large bags, tripods, and sharp objects – storage is unavailable on-site
Photography inside the Sistine Chapel
Loud conversations or phone use in sacred areas

Accessibility

This tour is not wheelchair accessible. Visitors with mobility impairments can plan for an alternative Vatican Museums itinerary.
The Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with certified invalidity exceeding 74% and their companion.

Additional Info

Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled time. Late arrivals may not be accommodated.
Expect security checks at the entrance, which may take up to an hour during peak times.
The tour follows a set itinerary and does not allow re-entry into the Vatican Museums after the Sistine Chapel.
Silence is mandatory inside the Sistine Chapel – guides will provide all details beforehand.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show a valid student ID.