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PRIVATE Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $222 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 20 reviews
- Languages
- EN, IT
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 10 days before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Guide You Italy
- Meeting point
- You will meet the guide in front of TMark hotel Vaticano
Description
This tour is designed for those who want to explore the highlights of the Vatican Museums, admiring the works of art collected by the Popes during more than five centuries. We will see all the masterpieces, including the outstanding Roman statues which inspired Michelangelo: the celebrated Laocoon Group and the powerful Belvedere Torso. Walking through the Gallery of Candelabra, Tapestries and Maps, full of statues, frescoes and mosaics, we will get inside the spectacular, world famous Sistine Chapel, entirely covered with the most celebrated Michelangelo’s frescoes: the Ceiling and the Last Judgement! Then we'll take advantage of the exclusive shortcut from the Sistine to St. Peter's, the largest church in the world, to admire the Pietà, by Michelangelo and much more... *TICKETS ARE NOT INCLUDED: 55 euros per aduld (with St. Peter's Basilica shortcut) START TIME is subject to availability (1 hour before or after set time slot) WE'LL BUY THEM AS SOON AS YOU SEND THE AMOUNT VIA PAYPAL
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 10 times a day, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Next available
- Tue, Nov 3
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $222
- Youth (ages 6–17)
- $80
- Child (ages 3–5)
- Free
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 2:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:52 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Vatican Museums
Meet our guide in front of the Vatican Museums ready to start the tour inside one of the most famous museums in the world!
Cortile della Pigna
The courtyard was originally part of the Cortile del Belvedere, designed by Donato Bramante to connect the palace of Pope Innocent VIII with the Sistine Chapel. When Bramante died, architect Pirro Ligorio finished the project and added the wall and niche to close the courtyard.
The Octagonal Court used to be known as the Cortile delle Statue. It was home to the first nucleus of antique classical statues in the pontifical collections when Pope Julius II della Rovere (1503-1513) displayed his own collection of antique sculpture. Among them the world famous Laocoön group.
Galleria Delle Carte Geografiche
the longest gallery in the Vatican Museums, hosting the frescoed maps of all the regions of Italy, from south to north, commissioned by Pope Gregory XIII in 1580.
Sistine Chapel
The Sistine Chapel takes its name from Pope Sixtus IV della Rovere. The 15th century decoration of the walls includes: the Stories of Moses and of Christ. It was executed by a team of painters made up initially of Perugino, Botticelli, Ghirlandaio and Rosselli. Michelangelo painted the Ceiling, nine central panels showing the Stories of Genesis and the Last Judgement on the altar wall.
La Pieta
Michelangelo's masterpiece, made by the great florentine artist when he was just 21 years old, represents the Virgin Mary holding in her arms the body of Jesus
St. Peter's Basilica
the biggest Basilica in the world, built above the tomb of the apostle Peter, home of incredible treasures!
What's included
Included
Professional licensed Official guide of the Vatican Museums
Exclusive shortcut to St. Peter's Basilica
Not included
Gratuities
"Skip-the-Line" ticket to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
St. Peter's Basilica entrance fee and headsets
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Vatican Gardens+Skip-the-Line ticket to the VaticanMuseums & Sistine Chapel EUR 55.00 per person
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
20 reviews
How it compares in Rome
- Rated higher than 79% of 2,298 reviewed tours in Rome
- Starting price $222 is 97% above the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,041 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If you have mobility issues please let me know so I can better customize the tour for you.
Cancellation
If you cancel at least 10 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 10 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
10+ days before100% refund
0–10 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does PRIVATE Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica take?
PRIVATE Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does PRIVATE Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica cost?
Prices start at $222 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does PRIVATE Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, with 10 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
How much does PRIVATE Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica cost for children?
Children aged 3–5 pay nothing, adults from $222. Infants go free.
Can I cancel PRIVATE Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 10 days before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is You will meet the guide in front of TMark hotel Vaticano. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is PRIVATE Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible If you have mobility issues please let me know so I can better customize the tour for you.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Reviews(20)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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