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SKIP LINE Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's with Dome
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Price from
- $74 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 3.7 / 5 · 12 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- vaticancitytoursandtickets
- Meeting point
- outside entrance to hotel Palazzo Cardinal Cesi
Description
Skip the lines and explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica on a small-group guided tour. Discover ancient Roman and Greek masterpieces, the Tapestry Hall, Hall of Maps, Sobieski Hall, and Raphael Rooms. Admire Michelangelo’s Creation of Adam and Last Judgement in the Sistine Chapel, then enjoy priority entry to St. Peter’s Basilica with its Pietà and Bernini’s masterpieces. Visit the Papal Tombs and the Tomb of St. Peter, and end your experience with Dome access by elevator for breathtaking views of Rome.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 7 times a day, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Nov 4
- Adult (ages 19+)
- $74
- Child (ages 7–18)
- $63
- Infant (ages 0–6)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 1:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:56 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 33 of the next 141 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 27.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Vatican Museums
EARLY ACCESS VATICAN MUSEUMS with skip line pass. A small group guided visit of the highlights of Vatican Museum including Ancient Rome and Greece galleries, Tapestry Hall, Hall of Maps, Sobieski Hall and Raphael Rooms
Sistine Chapel
SISTINE CHAPEL Highlights of Vatican tour with Last Judgement and the Creation frescoes by Michelangelo, the place where secret conclave (election of popes) takes place
St. Peter's Basilica
ST. PETERS BASILICA with priority pass. The most magnificent Christian church with Pieta by Michelangelo and works of Bernini
St. Peter's Basilica
PAPAL TOMBS and the Tomb of St Peters in the Crypt of St. Peter's Basilica
Vatican Museums
DOME ACCESS BY ELEVATOR with priority pass. Michelangelo's magnificent Dome with views from the roof and optional climb to the top
What's included
Included
assistance of host on site
guided visit of Vatican Museums and then Sistine Chapel
reservation of skip line passes to all sites in Vatican
headphones for better hearing
Not included
early access tickets to Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel admissions
priority entrance to St. Peters and Dom by elevator
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.7
12 reviews
How it compares in Rome
- Starting price $74 is 75% below the typical $300 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,109 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
0+ days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
SKIP LINE Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's with Dome lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $74 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, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, with 7 departures a day between 7:30 AM and 4:00 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 7–18 pay from $63, adults from $74. Infants go free.
Does this tour sell out?
It can: 33 of the next 141 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 outside entrance to hotel Palazzo Cardinal Cesi. 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.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.7 out of 5 across 12 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by vaticancitytoursandtickets.
Reviews(12)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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