Take a guided tour of the Vatican state and discover the Vatican Museums, walk inside the Sistine Chapel, see the glorious work of Michelangelo and take a trip to St Peter's Basilica.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Small group
- Limited to 10 participants
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 2.5 - 3 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Spanish, Italian, German, French
Experience
Highlights
- Experience many different sites in the Vatican State
- Wander through the Vatican museum
- Visit the Sistine Chapel
- Explore the biggest Church in the Wold, St Peter's Basilica
Full description
Start your day of sightseeing by meeting your experienced and knowledgeable tour guide at the pre-arranged meeting point. After a short meet and greet with your friendly driver you will set off on your day of adventure.
First, enjoy the luxury of skip-the-ticket-line access. Enter the Vatican and start your tour with a visit to the Vatican Museum, a true spectacle for everyone who visits. Your tour itinerary through the museum is specialized to focus on the most important parts of the site. The museum is full of art masterpieces, created by Europe's most famous artists throughout the centuries. Your guide will take you on a tour of this place and ensure you get to see as much as you can.
Next, you will visit the Sistine Chapel. Once inside you will get to marvel at this glorious place, not to mention, see in the flesh, Michelangelo's masterpiece depicting the last judgement, on the ceiling. This is a true sight to behold. Finish your tour at the Basilica of St. Peter, the biggest church in the world. Today the church is a treasure trove of precious works of art such as the Pietà by Michelangelo and the St. Peter's Baldachin by Gian Lorenzo Bernini.
Includes
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Local guide
- Professional art historian guide
- Skip-the-ticket-line access
- Food and drinks
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers must bring their own headphones
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Meeting point
Via Germanico, 16, Rome 00192 RM
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What to bring
- Passport or ID card
Not allowed
- Sleeveless shirts
Know before you go
- Due to COVID-19, guided tours are not allowed in St. peter's Basilica at the moment
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
- All visitors must pass through airport-style security. During high season the wait at security may be up to 30 minutes.
- Please note that St Peter's Basilica can be closed last minute for private services.
- Your guide will give you an introduction to the basilica and you are free to decide how long you want to stay inside
