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Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour with Optional Basilica

4.319448 out of 5 stars
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Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour with Optional Basilica
4.319448 out of 5 stars
4.3
4.319448 out of 5 stars
67745 reviews

Join a guided tour of the Vatican with fast-track access. Explore the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 2 days in advance for a full refund
Duration 2.5 - 3 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Skip the line through a separate entrance
Save up to 2-3 hours
Live tour guide
Spanish, English, Italian, French, German
Private or small groups available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

M
Mariaelena – United States

We were a group of 8. I went with my husband, 4 adult children, and their significant others. Lilia Casian was phenomenal!! She shared so much history and general information which was very interesting. She kept the group together and engaged. I would absolutely recommend her as a guide!! Vatican City is amazing, the Sistine Chapel was beautiful but smaller than I expected. Nevertheless it was spectacular. Getting to see where the previous Popes are laid to rest was also incredible. And of course going through the Holy Doors during this Jubilee year was unforgettable. Excellent tour!! Thanks Lilia

L
Laureta – United Kingdom

our guide Ian was very informative. excellent day & very pleased we paid for the extra skip the line

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Via Germanico, 8

  • Timeline stop icon

    Cortile del Belvedere

    Guided tour (15 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Gallery of Maps, Vatican Museums

    Guided tour (20 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Vatican Museums

    Guided tour (2 hours)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Sistine Chapel

    Guided tour (20 minutes)

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Benefit from fast-track access to some of the Vatican's top attractions on this walking tour
  • Admire the beautiful Vatican Museums, and Sistine Chapel
  • Feast your eyes on the artwork of old masters like Michelangelo and Raphael
  • Explore the Pio Clementine Museum, Belvedere Courtyard and more
  • Visit Michelangelo's La Pietà at St. Peter's Basilica

Full description

Take a tour of one of the holiest sites in Christendom on this guided walking tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica.
First, visit the Pine Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, the Gallery of the Maps, Candelabra Gallery, Pio Clementino's Rooms, the Tapestry Gallery, and the Sistine Chapel. Then, be led by an expert guide to some of the major attractions, as well as to some lesser-known spots that other tourists often miss. You will also get to see other galleries of the Vatican corridors. Finally, visit Michelangelo's Pietà at St. Peter's Basilica before concluding your tour at the Sistine Chapel.

Includes

  • Tour guide
  • Headsets
  • Entrance fees
  • Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Vatican Museums
  • Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Sistine Chapel
  • Entry to St. Peter's Basilica (if option selected)
  • Free Wi-Fi at the meeting point
  • Bathroom access
  • Recharging station for your devices
  • Transportation
  • Gratuities

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Meet your guide at the Tours About office.

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Important information

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Shorts
  • Weapons or sharp objects
  • Short skirts
  • Sleeveless shirts

Know before you go

  • St. Peter's is closed during the following times: Wednesdays: 8 AM - 12 PM, December 24th and 31st. During these times, the tour will visit other parts of the museums
  • The Vatican can get very crowded all year round. April to June and September to October are high-season months
  • Skip-the-line entrance is included only for the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel. For St. Peter's Basilica, you might be asked to wait in a line
  • Meeting time is subject to change; if this occurs, you will receive a call or message from the activity provider
  • No refund will be issued for latecomers
  • Individuals with disabilities or special health needs must note it on their booking

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 67745 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.4/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    3.9/5

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Mariaelena – United StatesJune 9, 2025 – Verified booking
We were a group of 8. I went with my husband, 4 adult children, and their significant others. Lilia Casian was phenomenal!! She shared so much history and general information which was very interesting. She kept the group together and engaged. I would absolutely recommend her as a guide!! Vatican City is amazing, the Sistine Chapel was beautiful but smaller than I expected. Nevertheless it was spectacular. Getting to see where the previous Popes are laid to rest was also incredible. And of course going through the Holy Doors during this Jubilee year was unforgettable. Excellent tour!! Thanks Lilia
L
Laureta – United KingdomJune 9, 2025 – Verified booking
our guide Ian was very informative. excellent day & very pleased we paid for the extra skip the line
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Shonn – United KingdomJune 8, 2025 – Verified booking
Great tour and very knowledgeable guide. He spent a considerable amount of time at the beginning prepping us for what we would we see when we got in to the Sistine Chapel. It made for a much better experience since guides aren’t supposed to talk in there. Definitely recommend the small group option. Vatican museum is typically very crowded, especially to get in and having a small group allowed us to get in without a lot of concern.

Product ID: 1103

Activity provider:Enjoy Rome

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