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Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Access

4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3
13990 reviews
Activity provider:
REAL BARCELONA TOURS, S.L
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Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Access
4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3
13990 reviews

Skip the line & immerse in historic art! Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Optional St. Peter’s Basilica visit—choose your experience & enjoy a seamless journey through masterpieces!

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Sandra – Canada

Enjoyed our tour very much! Laura Gangemi was very informative! We were very impressed!

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Tarisha – Qatar

Perfect, Samolina was great. She is an asset. Thanks

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Itinerary

  • Starting location:

    Via Vespasiano, 26

  • Cortile del Belvedere

    Guided tour

  • Gallery of Tapestries

    Guided tour

  • Gallery of Maps, Vatican Museums

    Guided tour

  • Vatican Museums

    Guided tour

  • Sistine Chapel

    Guided tour

  • 2 drop-off locations:

    Sistine Chapel, Saint Peter’s Basilica

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Expert guide brings masterpieces to life with fascinating stories & insights.
  • Skip the line Ticket to Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel—more time for art, less time waiting
  • Learn all about Michelangelo's masterpiece inside the Sistine Chapel
  • Admire Michelangelo's famous The Last Judgement
  • Explore Vatican galleries—Maps, Tapestries & Candelabra masterpieces.

Full description

Experience the Vatican’s Masterpieces with Ease and Expertise

Exploring the Vatican’s vast collections can feel overwhelming, but with an expert art historian guide by your side, you’ll experience the highlights seamlessly and stress-free. Begin your journey with skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums, where centuries of art and history come alive. Wander through the Gallery of the Maps, a stunning display of hand-painted geography from 500 years ago, and marvel at the intricate tapestries and ancient statues in the Gallery of the Tapestries and the Gallery of the Candelabra.

The tour reaches its pinnacle in the Sistine Chapel, where you’ll stand beneath Michelangelo’s breathtaking frescoes, including the iconic Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment. Seeing these masterpieces in person is an experience unlike any other.

For those who choose to add the optional Basilica entry, you’ll enjoy direct access from the Sistine Chapel into St. Peter’s Basilica. Inside, you’ll have ample time to explore its wonders at your own pace, including Michelangelo’s moving Pietà, Bernini’s spectacular bronze Baldachin, and the breathtaking architecture of one of the world’s most iconic churches. The tour concludes outside the Basilica, leaving you free to wander St. Peter’s Square or discover nearby attractions at your leisure.

Includes

  • Official guide
  • Skip-The-Line Entry to the Vatican Museums.
  • Skip-The-Line Entry to the Sistine Chapel.
  • Entry to St.Peter's Basilica (if option selected).
  • Team available to assist you at the meeting point.
  • Free WiFi available at the meeting point
  • Headsets to hear the Guide well
  • Transportation
  • Food and Drinks

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

The meeting point is at the local partner's office.By metro (Line A), get off at Ottaviano. The Ottaviano metro stop is only a 10-minute walk to the office. Please note that St. Peter's Square is not the meeting point.

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What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

  • Shorts
  • Short skirts
  • Umbrellas
  • Sleeveless shirts

Know before you go

  • The Basilica of Saint Peter is closed on Wednesdays and during religious holidays.
  • All guests must bring a photo ID for the security check.
  • Please note that the Vatican Museums are very strict with entrance times. Latecomers cannot be guaranteed entry, and no refund will be provided if you arrive late or do not attend the tour.
  • The Vatican Museums follow a mandatory dress code, be sure to cover shoulders and knees.
  • Entrance to the Basilica may be restricted without prior notice due to religious ceremonies during the Jubilee Year.
  • Disabled visitors receive free entry to the Vatican Museums. To benefit from this, make sure you mention it at the time of booking so that staff may handle your request.
  • Please note that the tour time may change. Ensure you provide your correct phone number, including country code, so we can contact you if needed.
  • Tours starting after 2:00 PM do not include access to the Basilica.
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Sandra – CanadaJune 30, 2025 – Verified booking
Enjoyed our tour very much! Laura Gangemi was very informative! We were very impressed!
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Tarisha – QatarJune 26, 2025 – Verified booking
Perfect, Samolina was great. She is an asset. Thanks
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Emilia – United StatesJune 25, 2025 – Verified booking
The tour guide was very knowledgeable and kind. All of the staff was great and easy to work with. The skip-the-line entrance was so worth it for St.Peters Basilica. Definitely worth the cost.

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