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Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Small Group Guided Tour
At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $97 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 3.6 / 5 · 10 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, FR, ES
- Group
- Up to 25 people
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- VATICAN CITY TOURS
- Meeting point
- Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the starting time. Student and Child traveller need to carry ID proof.
Description
See the best of the Vatican Museums with this 2.5-hour tour including the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Learn about the amazing collection inside the vast museum from your knowledgeable guide. • 2.5-hour Vatican Museums tour including the Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica. • Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums to avoid the long lines. • See the highlights of the museum with your professional guide. • Marvel at the beautiful Michelangelo frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. • Explore St Peter's Basilica following the museum tour.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 14 times a day, 10:15 AM–4:30 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 31
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $97
- Child (ages 6–17)
- $91
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 3:15 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:53 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 30.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Vatican Museums
Explore the famous Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with a 2 hour tour before it is open to normal public. Enjoy skip-the-line access with your licensed guide to bypass the long lines at the museum's entrance. Learn about all the highlights of the vast collections inside the Vatican Museums, including the Raphael Rooms. See the gorgeous Michelangelo frescoes inside the Sistine Chapel. Make your way to St. Peter's Basilica via a special skip-the-line passage. Walk through the enormous church. Learn about the history of the church and its artwork. Enjoy more time to explore St. Peter's Basilica at your leisure after the tour ends in Sistine Chapel
What's included
Included
Skip-the-line tickets to Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
Headsets
Professional Guide
Not included
Food & Drinks
Gratuities
Pickup & Drop
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.6
10 reviews
How it compares in Rome
- Starting price $97 is 14% below the typical $112 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,052 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
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
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Small Group Guided Tour take?
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Small Group Guided Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Small Group Guided Tour cost?
Prices start at $97 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Small Group Guided Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, with 14 departures a day between 10:15 AM and 4:30 PM.
How much does Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Small Group Guided Tour cost for children?
Children aged 6–17 pay from $91, adults from $97.
Can I cancel Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Small Group Guided Tour for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the starting time. Student and Child traveller need to carry ID proof. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Small Group Guided Tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 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.
Is Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Small Group Guided Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.6 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by VATICAN CITY TOURS.
Reviews(10)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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