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Tours/Rome/Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour
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Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour

2.8(8)Rome2 hours
VIATOR1.5(4)TRIPADVISOR4.0(4)
Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour
Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour
Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour
Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour
Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour
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Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour
Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour
Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour
Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour
Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour
Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour
Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Price from
$57 / person
Location
Rome, Italy
Rating
2.8 / 5 · 8 reviews
Languages
DE, EN, FR, ES
Group
Small group, up to 20
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
My City Tours
Meeting point
our representatives will great you at our designated meeting point at Via dei grachchi no 17

Description

1st option:- Enter the Basilica where you will discover the beautiful artworks, the main highlights. Gaze at the colorful marble, golden ceilings, and intricate mosaics that surround you, You will discover the incredible Papal Altar under Bernini's Baldachin, and marvel at Michelangelo's other timeless masterpiece, Next, head underground to the Basilica’s historic grottoes and visit St. Peter’s Tomb. where you can see hundreds of popes and members of royalty have been buried since the 11th century. Touch the ancient walls of the original 4th-century Basilica and admire its beautiful frescoes. Finish the tour in St. Peter’s Square. Second option:- Explore Vatican Museum on a tour with a expert tour guide. Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and S. Peter's Basilica Group Tour - Visit the iconic Vatican Museums in the heart of Rome with a professional guide. An unforgettable experience in the Vatican Museum that hosts the most exquisite art collection of the world.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
Start times
8:30 AM, 11:30 AM, and 12:30 PM
Next available
Thu, Oct 15
Adult (ages 18–65)
$57
Child (ages 3–12)
$34
Infant (ages 0–2)
Free

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.

Tour Options

StPeters Basilica & Papal Tomb

time

Vatican Museum & Sistine Chape 2 hours

Duration: 2 hours

Itinerary

Vatican Museums
Admission included120 min

Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and S. Peter's Basilica Group Tour - Visit the iconic Vatican Museums in the heart of Rome with a professional guide. An unforgettable experience in the Vatican Museum that hosts the most exquisite art collection of the world. Besides a rich array of paintings, frescoes and tapestries by the most famous Renaissance artists, the Vatican hosts a large collection of ancient Roman and Greek statues, sarcophaguses, mosaics. Our Vatican tour itinerary includes the absolute highlights of the museum. You will admire the works of Raffaello and Caravaggio. Walk through the Belvedere Courtyard, the Hall of Muses, the Gallery of Geographical Maps. Finally arrive to the Sistine Chapel and see the Renaissance genius, Michelangelo's masterpiece, the 'Last Judgement' and 'The Creation of Adam'.

What's included

Included
Radios and headsets for the tour
Guided tour of the Basilica and the Grottoes
Tour Guide
Not included
Skip the line services

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

2.8
8 reviews
5
3
4
0
3
1
2
0
1
4

How it compares in Rome

  • Starting price $57 is 50% below the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome

Excurgo comparison of 8,083 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

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 Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour take?

Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.

How much does Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour cost?

Prices start at $57 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 & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 8:30 AM, 11:30 AM, and 12:30 PM.

How much does Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour cost for children?

Children aged 3–12 pay from $34, adults from $57. Infants go free.

Can I cancel Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided 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 our representatives will great you at our designated meeting point at Via dei grachchi no 17. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica 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 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.

Is Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 2.8 out of 5 across 8 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by My City Tours.

Reviews(8)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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Andresfelipe_B
June 25, 2026 · via Viator
Regular.

At first, it was a mess; they changed my schedule, and since I couldn't make it, I had to reorganize everything to do it another day. Extremely expensive for the quality of the service. It is better to buy the tickets in advance on the website. The guide is very friendly.

Operator response

Muchas gracias por compartir su experiencia. Lamentamos sinceramente los inconvenientes ocasionados por el cambio de horario y entendemos la frustración que esto pudo haberle causado al tener que reorganizar sus planes. Agradecemos también su recomendación de adquirir los boletos con anticipación a través de nuestra página web. Nos alegra saber que la atención de la guía fue amable y contribuyó positivamente a su experiencia. Sus comentarios son muy valiosos y nos ayudarán a seguir mejorando nuestro servicio.

F
fiza_p
May 23, 2026 · via Viator
Horrible

This was a terrible experience—don’t book with this company. Of all the tours I’ve done, this is the closest I’ve seen to a scam. When I arrived at the meeting point, I was told the tour had been cancelled because the Vatican Museums had reached capacity and instructed City Tours to inform customers that all tours for the day were cancelled. However, this seemed untrue, as another staff member had just taken a different group into the museum shortly before, which made the explanation feel misleading.

Operator response

We are very sorry for the frustration and disappointment this situation caused during your trip.We would like to clarify that your experience was absolutely not a scam. The Vatican Museums unexpectedly capped their capacity that day, forcing us to cancel certain time slots. We sent multiple urgent email notifications to inform you of this cancellation before the tour start time, but we did not receive a response.The other group you saw entering belonged to a different time slot or booking tier that had already been processed and cleared by the museum. A full refund has already been issued to your account. We apologize for the communication gap and the disruption to your travel plans.

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EMMANUEL_A
December 31, 2025 · via Viator
Bad

Horrible. Last minute cancellation by tour guide. Still no refund has been given. Do not book this tour. Unprofessional.

Operator response

We apologize for the inconveniences, normally it takes 3 to 4 business days for the refunds , you can always contact support for guidance Thank you

C
crisstah
March 11, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Tour or bad joke?

The tour was horrible from start to finish. We booked via Viator for 2pm and upon arriving at the agreed departure location, the tour would only leave at 3pm. After waiting an hour, we came back and found a completely impatient guide, who wasn't waiting for anyone and gave shallow explanations. It would be much better to look at a website on the subject. The end was even worse: we arrived at the dome entrance at 5:05 pm (I swear, it seems like it was on purpose) and the entrance closed at 5 pm (didn't the guide know this? Or did he do it on purpose to pocket the tickets that were already included in the price 40 euros!?). When asking for a refund, I have been being deceived by the operator for almost a week. Avoid this scam!

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Cristine_S
March 5, 2024 · via Viator
Very disappointing tour. Definitely a NO for a recommendation

Tour scheduled for 2pm, went to the meeting point and they had postponed it without previous warning to 3pm. But it was only the beginning. Tour guide not very friendly and gave us really fast explanations, we felt like he was trying to do it really fast to leave. The tour included the Dome (we paid for it and it was not cheap!) but the guy took us to the entrance of the dome 5:03 pm, the entrance to the dome was closed by 5pm (he should of course know it and take care that we get there on time). So he told us simply he didn’t know what to do, turned around and got away with the money to buy the dome tickets. Hope we still get the partial refund, but definitely get away from this operator.

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O5104XLdawnj
June 13, 2023 · via Tripadvisor
David-the best tour guide we ever had

David was hands down the absolute best tour guide we have ever had…anywhere! We actually were sad when it was over! His humor was on point and information was endless. I truly enjoyed each and every minute with him. My mother, husband, son and I did his colosseum guided tour and we are still talking about him. Highly recommend David and any tour he has to offer in this spectacular country. He will NOT disappoint!!

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Y3735LK_
November 29, 2021 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing and incredible place with a long history.

Amazing and incredible place with a long history. Unbelievable place. At night it’s more beautiful. I advise to visit.

M
mollykayw
July 30, 2021 · via Tripadvisor
Colosseum tour

We had the colosseum tour with Sarah. She was knowledgeable, funny, and the tour was a nice length. Afterwards you can wonder around for as long as you like, which is nice :)

Operator response

thank you for the great review! We’re so happy you loved your experience, thank you once again

$57/ person
2.8(8)
Duration2 hours
LanguagesDE, EN, FR
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