Unveil Vatican Secrets: Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour
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Overview
Take a 3-hour guided walking tour of one of the holiest sites in Christendom — the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. This exceptional tour includes, among other galleries of the Vatican corridors, a tour of the Pine Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, the Gallery of Maps, Candelabra Gallery, Pio Clementino's Rooms, the Tapestry Gallery, and a comprehensive visit of the Sistine Chapel. Your expert guide will lead you to some of the major attractions, as well as to lesser-known spots that many visitors miss. Next, visit Michelangelo's Pietà at St. Peter's Basilica and other highlights, guided by your expert throughout this part of the tour as well. ✔ Explore the vast galleries of the Vatican Museums with a guide in your chosen language ✔ Discover Michelangelo's masterpiece in the Sistine Chapel ✔ Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Vatican Museums ✔ Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Sistine Chapel ✔ Skip the ticket lines to enter St. Peter's Basilica ✔ Tour guide
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Vatican City Tour : Vatican and Sistine Chapel with Direct Basilica Access
Vatican City Tour : Vatican an: Maximum of 20 people and discover the most important parts of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peters Basilica gu
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Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Charging stations for your devices & Bathroom access
- Expert tour guide
- Headphones
- Free Wi-Fi at the meeting point
- Entry to St. Peter’s Basilica
- Skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
What's not Included
- Transportation
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Fast-track entry is included for the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. However, access to St. Peter’s Basilica may still require a wait due to mandatory security checks.
- Please note: Pets, weapons or sharp objects, shorts, and short skirts are not allowed during the tour.
- St. Peter's Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 AM to 12 PM. During these times, the tour will visit other parts of the Vatican Museums.
- St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel may close without prior notice; if this occurs, your guide will adjust the itinerary to explore other areas of the museums.
- Tour meeting times are subject to change. If any adjustments occur, guests will be notified in advance by phone call or message from the activity provider.
- Please arrive at the meeting point on time.No refunds will be issued for latecomers.
- Guests with disabilities or special medical needs must inform the activity provider at the time of booking to ensure appropriate arrangements.
- Compulsory Vatican dress code: Visitors must wear clothing that covers their knees, arms, and back.
- Please wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a lot of walking.
- All visitors are required to pass through airport-style security, and during the high season, wait times may be up to 30 minutes.
- Normally, travellers receive the final voucher 3–5 days before the tour date. It includes the exact meeting point and important instructions.
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