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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica Tour
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1–6 peopleSmall group with a local expert guide
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About this tour
See the very best of Vatican City on this small-group Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour, limited to 6 people.
The Vatican Museums
Skip the ticket line and walk through some of the greatest art collections in the world: the Pio Clementino Museum, the Belvedere Courtyard, the Galleries of the Candelabra, Tapestries and Maps, and the Raphael Rooms.
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel
Stand beneath the ceiling and the Last Judgement. Your guide explains the stories before you enter, since talking isn’t allowed inside the chapel.
St. Peter’s Basilica
Finish with fast-track entry to the world’s largest church, home to Michelangelo’s Pietà. You can add the climb to the dome for an extra fee.
Highlights
- Small group of 6 people at most
- Skip-the-line entry to the Vatican Museums
- The Raphael Rooms and the Gallery of Maps
- Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel
- Fast-track entry to St. Peter's Basilica and the Pietà
Itinerary
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Start
Viale Vaticano, 100
Meet your guide near the Vatican Museums entrance.
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1.5 hr
Vatican Museums
Pio Clementino, Belvedere Courtyard and the Galleries of the Candelabra, Tapestries and Maps.
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30 min
Sistine Chapel
Michelangelo's ceiling and the Last Judgement.
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30 min
St. Peter's Basilica
Fast-track entry and Michelangelo's Pietà.
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End
St. Peter's Square
Your tour ends in the square; the dome climb is an optional extra.
What's included
- Licensed local guide
- Skip-the-line Vatican Museums entry
- Raphael Rooms and Sistine Chapel
- Fast-track St. Peter's Basilica entry
- Headsets
- Small group, 6 people at most
- St. Peter's dome climb (optional, extra fee)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Good to know
- Meeting point
- Viale Vaticano, 100, Rome Near the Vatican Museums entrance. Your guide's exact location is in your booking confirmation.
- Languages
- English, Spanish, Italian, French, German, Russian, Arabic, Japanese
- Dress code
- Shoulders and knees must be covered; no shorts above the knee, miniskirts or sleeveless tops
- What to bring
- Passport or ID card for security checks
- Not allowed
- Large bags, luggage, weapons or sharp objects
- Timed entry
- Vatican entry is strictly timed, so late arrivals can't be guaranteed access
- Closures
- St. Peter's Basilica closes on Wednesday mornings and some holy days; afternoon tours may not reach the basilica before it closes
- Accessibility
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Cancellation policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the tour are non-refundable.
Meeting point
Viale Vaticano, 100, Rome
Open in Google MapsFrequently asked questions
Is there a dress code for the Vatican?
Yes. Shoulders and knees must be covered for the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica.
Is the Vatican open on Sundays?
The Vatican Museums are closed on most Sundays and on religious holidays. Available dates are shown in the booking calendar.
Can I climb St. Peter's dome?
Yes, as an optional extra for a fee after the tour.
How much walking is involved?
About 2.5 hours on foot, with some stairs, so wear comfortable shoes.
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