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crazy busy but well managed
the guide Marco coped well with a change of itinerary due to a mass and also the Vatican being incredibly busy. He had a good sense of humour and that helped us a lot
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $80 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 4.1 / 5 · 9,254 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, IT, FR
- Group
- Small group, up to 25
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Nicom Tours
- Meeting point
- Please be at the meeting point atleast 25 minutes before the departure time, inside the office Tours About
Description
See the highlights of Vatican City with an expert guide, visiting the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel. Head inside the world’s largest collection of private art with an expert guide, and see for yourself why the Vatican is a mecca for millions of travelers. Explore intriguing sites and then visit the Sistine Chapel to see incredible frescoes by Michelangelo. Continue your tour as you enter St. Peter’s Basilica with priority access. Admire even more Renaissance masterpieces inside the beautiful church as you appreciate Michelangelo’s ‘Pietà’ and Bernini’s altar covering. Rub the toes of the statue of St. Peter for the chance to receive some good luck! Before you start, our multilingual staff will welcome you to our fully equipped, air-conditioned offices.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 39 times a day, 7:45 AM–7:45 PM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 12
- Adult (ages 19+)
- $80
- Child (ages 6–18)
- $68
- Infant (ages 0–5)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 3:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:18 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 743 of the next 975 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Vatican Museums
Visit the renowned Vatican Museums, home to an unparalleled collection of art, including works by Caravaggio, Raphael and many others, all of which will be brought to life by an expert guide. You will also see and incredible array of statues, artifacts, and of course, frescoes.isit to the renowned Vatican Museums, home to an unparalleled collection of art, including works by Caravaggio, Raphael and many others, all of which will be brought to life by an expert guide. You will also see and incredible array of statues, artifacts, and of course, frescoes.
Sistine Chapel
In the Sistine Chapel you will have the chance to admire Michelangelo’s astonishing work, the entire ceiling and the Last Judgment, and then again in St Peter’s Basilica where his beautiful Pietà is kept
St. Peter's Basilica
Continue your tour as you enter St. Peter’s Basilica with priority access. Admire even more Renaissance masterpieces inside the beautiful church as you appreciate Michelangelo’s ‘Pietà’ and Bernini’s altar covering. Rub the toes of the statue of St. Peter for the chance to receive some good luck!
What's included
Included
Headsets to hear your guide better (Tours over 10 persons)
Welcoming staff at comfortable office
Fast track entrance tickets
Free Wi-Fi & Recharging station at the meeting point
Not included
Gratuities/Tips
Hotel pickup and drop-off
St. Peter's Basilica is closed Wednesdays: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.1
9,254 reviews
How it compares in Rome
- No. 7 by number of reviews among 8,070 tours in Rome
- Starting price $80 is 29% below the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,070 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All visitors must pass through metal detectors at the security check point. Please expect to wait 20-30 minutes to clear security
- Luggage storage NOT available
- We are sorry to inform you that this tour is NOT wheelchair accessible. Vatican Museums provide wheelchairs free of charge in the main lobby. You can easily pick one up after you enter, before starting your own independent visit. If you are looking for a guided tour with wheelchair access, we recommend booking our private tours so a guide can lead you through the alternate routes
- All students should have their student identity card in order to get the discount for the admission fee.
- Pets are NOT allowed
- St. Peter's Basilica is closed during the following times: Wednesdays: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM, December 24 and 31 During these times, the tour will visit other parts of the museums
- St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel close without notice on rare occasions; if this happens, your guide will take you to tour the Vatican Museums and/or the Sistine Chapel/St Peter's Basilica/Raphael Rooms instead
- Individuals with Disabilities MUST NOTE it on their booking.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $80 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 5 booking options, 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 39 departures a day between 7:45 AM and 7:45 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 6–18 pay from $68, adults from $80. Infants go free.
Does this tour sell out?
It can: 743 of the next 975 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel this 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 Please be at the meeting point atleast 25 minutes before the departure time, inside the office Tours About. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, 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 wheelchair accessible?
We are sorry to inform you that this tour is NOT wheelchair accessible. Vatican Museums provide wheelchairs free of charge in the main lobby. You can easily pick one up after you enter, before starting your own independent visit. If you are looking for a guided tour with wheelchair access, we recommend booking our private tours so a guide can lead you through the alternate routes
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(9,254)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Scammed if lost
Address was incorrectly printed on Viator in multiple locations and there’s no direct way to contact the tour group if lost. They were not accommodating at all and quite rude about their mistake. I would never book again, there’s not nearly enough helpful information if it’s your first time in Rome. Be careful with Viator tours in Rome, most are SCAMS according to direct site locations.
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Vatican
Paolo was a very experienced and knowledgeable guide with a good sense of humour Would recommend
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Vatican
It was very busy but Paulo did very well.
M
Review
The guide was excelent, i would like to have more time but the guide was super Nice
P
Tour of the Vatican
Had an amazing tour. Our guide Ian was very informative, knowledgeable and a nice sense of humour. He went at a very good pace. So much information to retain.
M
Nice tour
Paulo is a good guide and very knowledgeable.
C
Great trip
Paolo was brilliant highly recommend!
P
Fantastic
Palo was fantastic throughout our trip was extremely friendly and approachable and was a pure fountain of knowledge we really enjoyed our day!!!
F
Absolutely worth the visit
We had a great time with Lorenzo who gave us a lovely tour!
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