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Vatican & Sistine Chapel Skip-the-Ticket-Line Tour for Kids

4.9  / 5123 reviews
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Vatican & Sistine Chapel Skip-the-Ticket-Line Tour for Kids
4.9  / 5123 reviews

Enjoy a fun and informative tour of the Vatican that is designed for kids and families. Learn about classic sights like the Sistine Chapel and Renaissance masterpieces in an engaging way.

About this activity

Cancellation policy
This activity is non-refundable
Duration 2.5 hours
Check availability to see starting times.
Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
English, Italian
Private group

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Kate – United Kingdom

Travelling as an extended family with ages 6-73 I needed to find something that would keep everyone interested and having a good time. After a meltdown 10mins into an unescorted Colleseum visit the previous day, and with temperatures in the high 30s, I was seriously worried about how this tour would go. However, Alex was wonderful from the moment we met her, easily navigating us through the crowds to get our tickets and passport photos checked. Within 5 minutes she had coaxed my shy daughter daughter out of her shell and a few minutes later my daughter was happily following her around and chatting. Alex chose a route including more kid friendly museums and my daughter enjoyed spotting the various animals Alex asked her to find. Alex told us about how different Pope's had added to the Museums and the stories behind some of the statues and art. Alex got us special access to avoid the busiest areas, plus we got to go through the shortcut to St Peter's Basilica. Tour was loved by all ages!

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Kate – United Kingdom
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Amanda – United States

Donato was super sweet friendly knowledgeable and patient! He really made our daughter learn a lot about the Vatican and have fun while doing it as well as the adults too. Also we really appreciated he took special care with my mom especially asking the security and Swiss guard if she could skip some stairs to get to St. Peter’s.

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Amanda – United States

Experience

Highlights

  • See all the Vatican highlights on a single tour
  • Enjoy a tour designed for kids and their families
  • Skip the ticket lines to enter the Vatican Museums

Full description

Prepare to be amazed on this private, child-centered two-and-a-half-hour tour of the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel. Imagine your children immersed in rich tradition and ancient wonders with a local English-speaking guide who makes learning fun. Give your family the experience of a lifetime on this tour that’s designed and priced for up to 15 participants. Sightseeing can be overwhelming for children when it involves waiting in boring lines to see places and artifacts they don’t understand. On this tour, your children are the center of activity. With reserved admission to historic sites, there is no boredom or fidgeting in the long ticket lines. Interactive visual learning tools, pop-up books, iPad games, and trivia are all incorporated into the experience to provide a realistic glimpse into life in ancient times. You’ll be escorted through the Vatican Museums for the thrill of a lifetime. Following a treasure hunt theme, children will engage in conversations about the fascinating history of Roman civilization. Through the works of Michelangelo, Raphael, da Vinci, Caravaggio, and a host of other artists, your family will become acquainted with what it was like to live in ancient times, as an artist, a parent, a child, or even an emperor or soldier.

Includes

  • Skip-the-ticket-line entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • Private tour
  • Specialist tour guide
  • Transportation
  • Food or drink
  • Gratuities

Not suitable for

  • Children under 6 years

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Participants

Date

Meeting point

At the Vatican Museums'entrance, by the white monumental door topped by the statues of Raphael and Michelangelo. The tour guide will be standing there holding a sign with the customer's name.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Passport or ID card for children
  • Passport or ID card, copy accepted

Not allowed

  • Shorts
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Short skirts
  • Sleeveless shirts

Know before you go

  • Please note:
  •  All visitors must pass through airport-style security. During high season the wait at security may be up to 30 minutes.
  • Due to the increasing popularity of Pope Francis and the increased activity in organizing mass events at the Vatican, some areas may be closed at the last minute without prior notice. This has already occurred this year and could happen again during your Vatican tour. In these cases, the Sistine Chapel might not be accessible. If this occurs your tour guide will provide you with a valuable alternative concentrating the tour inside the Vatican Museums.
  • A dress code for both men and women requires shoulders and knees to be covered. Shorts and skirts are fine but must cover the knees.
  • This tour is not suitable for kids under 5 years of age.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 123 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5
  • Service
    4.9/5
  • Organization
    4.8/5

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Kate – United KingdomSeptember 4, 2024  – Verified booking
Travelling as an extended family with ages 6-73 I needed to find something that would keep everyone interested and having a good time. After a meltdown 10mins into an unescorted Colleseum visit the previous day, and with temperatures in the high 30s, I was seriously worried about how this tour would go. However, Alex was wonderful from the moment we met her, easily navigating us through the crowds to get our tickets and passport photos checked. Within 5 minutes she had coaxed my shy daughter daughter out of her shell and a few minutes later my daughter was happily following her around and chatting. Alex chose a route including more kid friendly museums and my daughter enjoyed spotting the various animals Alex asked her to find. Alex told us about how different Pope's had added to the Museums and the stories behind some of the statues and art. Alex got us special access to avoid the busiest areas, plus we got to go through the shortcut to St Peter's Basilica. Tour was loved by all ages!
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Amanda – United StatesAugust 31, 2024  – Verified booking
Donato was super sweet friendly knowledgeable and patient! He really made our daughter learn a lot about the Vatican and have fun while doing it as well as the adults too. Also we really appreciated he took special care with my mom especially asking the security and Swiss guard if she could skip some stairs to get to St. Peter’s.
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Christopher – United StatesJuly 23, 2024  – Verified booking
Tommaso was fantastic and a perfect pairing for our family guided tour, as he has two young children of his own. He hit the highlights, was exceptionally informative, and engaged the kids with interesting facts and “can you find the X in this room” challenges. I know you don’t always get the same guide, but if all are on par with him you’ll be guaranteed to have a great time and appreciate the history of what you are seeing.
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Product ID: 54073

Activity provider:Kids Raphael Tours And Events

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