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Sistine Chapel, first in the chapel, nearly alone
We were the first into the Sistine Chapel. We had the entire room with just a few people. Once in a lifetime experience. Highly recommend
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Sistine Chapel @ its best! First time slot Vatican Museums access
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $249 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 8 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Rome in tours
- Meeting point
- The guide will meet you at the entrance to the Vatican Museums, at a gate surmounted by the statues of Michelangelo and Raphael, holding a sign with written Rome in toursIf you come by taxi (12-15 euro) it takes around 10-15 minutes as long as your accommodation is within the historical center
Description
- Early entrance to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel - Designed to avoid the big crowds - Access limited but granted with this tour to Saint Peter's Basilica from the Sistine Chapel - PhD archaeologist or historian of art as tour guide - You skip the line with this tour - All included, no extra fees
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 22
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $249
- Youth (ages 11–17)
- $147
- Child (ages 3–10)
- $56
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
In demand: 11 of the next 22 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Vatican Museums
- Terrace with overwhelming view of saint Peter’s basilica and Vatican gardens - Court of the pine cone - Gallery of the candelabras - Gallery of the tapestries - Gallery of the geographical maps - Raphael’s rooms
Sistine Chapel
- Frescos by Michelangelo - Private Chapel of the Pope - Location of the Conclave
St. Peter's Basilica
- Biggest Catholic Church in the world - Canopy by Bernini - Relics of Saint Peter - Pietà by Michelangelo - Saint John Paul II's tomb
What's included
Included
Professional guide art historian or archaeologist
Local guide
Sistine Chapel brochure
Headsets for a group of 6 pax or more
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Ticket fees
Not included
Transportation to/from attractions
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
8 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- A current valid ID is required the day of the tour only for student under 26 with a valid student card or under 18
- In rare cases of closure of Saint Peter's Basilica due to liturgical ceremonies inside, the amount of time spent in the Museums will be extended
- For people with mobility impairments requiring the use of a wheelchair, please contact us so the itinerary can be customized to your needs on a private tour
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Vatican Museums
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Sistine Chapel @ its best! First time slot Vatican Museums access lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $249 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–10 pay from $56, adults from $249. Infants go free.
Does this tour sell out?
It can: 11 of the next 22 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The guide will meet you at the entrance to the Vatican Museums, at a gate surmounted by the statues of Michelangelo and Raphael, holding a sign with written Rome in tours. If you come by taxi (12-15 euro) it takes around 10-15 minutes as long as your accommodation is within the historical center. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children must be accompanied by an adult
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
For people with mobility impairments requiring the use of a wheelchair, please contact us so the itinerary can be customized to your needs on a private tour
Reviews(8)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
L
Great tour and tour guide!
Wonderful expert took us around Vatican highlights. Was completely worth the fees paid for early entrance. Highly recommend!
M
Intelligent tour guide made the experience memorable
Ferdinando was excellent! Very intelligent and knowledgeable on all topics. The tour was very thorough and interesting. The best part was the small group because there were other large groups and they definitely wouldn't have gotten the same experience we had! Recommend 10/10.
M
Only three of us on this...
Only three of us on this morning tour and the guide was fantastic- discussion on art, archaeology and history was well worth the cost and the early access.
H
Excellent Tour
Ferdinand was an excellent guide... very knowledgeable and professional. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Rome.
2 people found this helpful
L
A beautiful place!
Ferdinando gave the four of us a wonderful tour of the Vatican. We started early at 7:30 so we could see everything without so many people. He told a lot of information both from the religious and archaeological view points. Amazing place.
B
Ferdinando is the best!
So knowledgeable and patient. Ferdinando was so engaging that we were able to ignore the crowds and just feel like it was a private tour. We had an excellent time with him. Highly recommended!
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