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Vatican Museums with Sistine Chapel - Small Group Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $136 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 20 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Up to 21 people
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Your Local X
- Meeting point
- From Ottaviano Metro Station:- Exit towards Piazza Risorgimento or Via Ottaviano.- Walk south on Via Ottaviano to Piazza Risorgimento.- Continue straight onto Via di Porta Angelica.- Turn right onto Via del Mascherino.- Walk to Via del Mascherino 37-41.
Description
Cover the highlights of the world-renowned Vatican Collections in just a few hours during this in-depth guided tour. Listen to enriching background on the ancient and Renaissance-era works on display in a group capped at only 21 participants. Tour include visit to the Sistine Chapel, accessed through a special entrance for a chance to shorten the usual wait times.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 11:30 AM and 2:30 PM
- Next available
- Mon, Nov 2
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $136
- Child (ages 6–17)
- $113
- Infant (ages 0–5)
- $23
Out at sunset: the 2:30 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:52 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Vatican Museums
With roughly 70,000 works preserved in twenty-two separate collections, the Vatican Museums are a chance to admire the extraordinary masterpieces displayed in the 7 km of halls and corridors. Discover it all on a breathtaking 2.3H tour through medieval and Renaissance paintings, amazing galleries such as the Tapestry Gallery with the magnificent Resurrection of Christ, and the 120-metre-long Map Gallery, the largest geographical representation ever made. We will also visit the Borgia apartment, the Raphael's rooms and, of course, Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel.
Sistine Chapel
This is undoubtedly the most famous part of the museum, and represents one of the most extraordinary artistic achievements in the world. It is indeed here that Michelangelo demonstrated all his art and creativity, where the artist had to paint more than 300 figures in 5 thousand square metres! With the Last Judgement, the Creation of Adam and the different scenes from Genesis, the Sistine Chapel is a sacred, evocative, impressive and extraordinary place.
What's included
Included
Small group up to 21 people
Skip the line
Licensed Guide
Headsets
Entrance Tickets
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
20 reviews
How it compares in Rome
- Starting price $136 is 20% above the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,041 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- If you need any additional information to reach the meeting point, just contact us. Our office is open from 9 AM to 7 PM, every day. Do not hesitate to call us at our customer number located on your voucher.
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 with Sistine Chapel - Small Group Tour take?
Vatican Museums with Sistine Chapel - Small Group Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Vatican Museums with Sistine Chapel - Small Group Tour cost?
Prices start at $136 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 Vatican Museums with Sistine Chapel - Small Group Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 11:30 AM and 2:30 PM.
How much does Vatican Museums with Sistine Chapel - Small Group Tour cost for children?
Children aged 6–17 pay from $113, adults from $136.
Can I cancel Vatican Museums with Sistine Chapel - Small Group 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 From Ottaviano Metro Station:. - Exit towards Piazza Risorgimento or Via Ottaviano. - Walk south on Via Ottaviano to Piazza Risorgimento. - Continue straight onto Via di Porta Angelica. - Turn right onto Via del Mascherino. - Walk to Via del Mascherino 37-41. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Vatican Museums with Sistine Chapel - Small Group 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 21 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Vatican Museums with Sistine Chapel - Small Group Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 20 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Your Local X.
Reviews(20)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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