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Tours/Rome/Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
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Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour

3.4(27)Rome2 hours
VIATOR2.3(15)TRIPADVISOR4.8(12)
Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
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Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Price from
$63 / person
Location
Rome, Italy
Rating
3.4 / 5 · 27 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Up to 20 people

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Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided TourSkip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour2 hours 3.4 (27)$63
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from$63
3.4(27)
Check availability
Cancellation
See policy below
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
RomAbout Tours
Meeting point
Next to Caffè Vaticano on top of the staircase.

Description

We want to share the glory of the Vatican with you. The Vatican Air, we assure you the best touring experience. A wholesome tour is offering unhurried, uncompromising exploration of this fascinating city, for the people who want a truly incredible and unforgettable taste of Vatican City.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri
Start times
10:00 AM
Next available
Mon, Nov 9
Adult (ages 18+)
$63
Youth (ages 6–17)
$52
Child (ages 1–5)
$46

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

In demand: 11 of the next 20 departures are already sold out.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 6.

Tour Options

Group Tour English

Itinerary

Sistine Chapel
Admission included20 min

Sistine Chapel is one of the most important attractions in the world.

Admission included20 min

The Courtyard of the Belvedere was a major architectural work of the High Renaissance at the Vatican Palace in Rome.

Cortile della Pigna
Admission included20 min

In the wall of the Vatican facing the Courtyard of the Pigna there is the Fontana.

Admission included30 min

It contains a series of painted topographical maps of Italy based on drawings by friar and geographer Ignazio Danti.

What's included

Included
Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel entrences
Expert guide
Skip the line entrance
Not included
gratuites
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Entry to St. Peter's Basilica

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

3.4
27 reviews
5
11
4
2
3
5
2
4
1
5

How it compares in Rome

  • Starting price $63 is 45% below the typical $114 for tours of similar length in Rome

Excurgo comparison of 8,069 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • We request you to wear appropriate clothing for a visit. Shoulders and knees must be covered.
  • It is not allowed to enter with large bags.
  • The Sistine Chapel will be closed to the public from Monday 28 April 2025 for the requirements of the Conclave

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

0+ days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour take?

Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.

How much does Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour cost?

Prices start at $63 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 Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 10:00 AM.

How much does Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour cost for children?

Children aged 1–5 pay from $46, adults from $63.

Does Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour sell out?

It can: 11 of the next 20 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.

Can I cancel Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour for free?

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Next to Caffè Vaticano on top of the staircase. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided 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

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Reviews(27)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

$63/ person
3.4(27)
Duration2 hours
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
Check availability on Viator →
Booked and paid on Viator.com
Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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