Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel guide Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $207 / person
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- In the Piazza città Leonina numero 3 . They will be holding a board with our logo.( smart roma tour)
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
Let the marvels of the Vatican Museums amaze you with our Skip-the-Line Vatican Tour. Enjoy the glorious frescoed rooms of the regal papal residence, the ancient Roman marbles collected over the centuries, and the most famous Renaissance masterpieces. With this tour, save hours with priority entrance and visit with a guide to focus on the gallery highlights in just a few hours. See major works by Raphael, Michelangelo, and other masters and linger to marvel at the Sistine Chapel at the end of the tour.
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Itinerary
Let the marvels of the Vatican Museums amaze you with our Skip-the-Line Vatican Tour. Enjoy the glorious frescoes rooms of the regal papal residence, the ancient Roman marbles collected over the centuries, and the most famous Renaissance masterpieces, like the Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel. You will begin your tour on the panoramic Vatican Gardens balcony where you will enjoy a pretty view of the dome of St. Peters Basilica; then you will reach the Pine cone Courtyard, for your introduction to the Sistine Chapels history. Remember! Speaking inside the Sistine Chapel is forbidden! Then, you will stroll through the archeological PIO Clementine Museum and its magnificent corridors of the second floor the Gallery of the Candelabra, the Gallery of the Tapestries, and the most impressive Gallery of the Maps. Its walls are completely frescoes with maps of the ancient Italian territories, illuminated by the golden light of the ceiling.
Highlights
Reserved Priority Access to Saint Peter's Basilica
Reserved Priority Access to the Vatican Museums
official guide
ticket entrance
What's included
Included
Reserved Priority Access to Saint Peter's Basilica
Reserved Priority Access to the Vatican Museums
official guide
ticket entrance
Not included
Eating and drinking
Tips or Gratuity
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Frequently asked questions
How long does Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel guide Tour take?
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel guide Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel guide Tour cost?
Prices start at $207 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.
Can I cancel Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel guide Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is In the Piazza città Leonina numero 3 . They will be holding a board with our logo.( smart roma tour). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel guide 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 Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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