The Complete Vatican Tour With Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica
Highlights
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Skip-the-Line Access to Vatican Museums
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Skip-the-Line Access to Sistine Chapel
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Fully guided tour inside the Vatican Museums
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Skip-the-Line Access to St. Peter's Basilica
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Small-group tour with 20 people for an intimate experience
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Expert Art Historian Guide
Summary
Tour info
St. Peter's Basilica, Rome, Lazio, IT
Why take this tour?
Your expert, English-speaking guide will give you eye-opening insight and context (along with some great stories) as you explore the Raphael Rooms, the Belvedere courtyard with ‘Apollo Belvedere’ & the Laocoön group, the Pinecone Courtyard, the Gallery of the Candelabra, the Gallery of the Maps, and the Gallery of the Tapestries.
The piéce-de-resistance is, of course, the Sistine Chapel. Your guide will prep you for your time here by telling you the stories behind the creation of the iconic frescoes as well as what they mean. When you enter, you will then be able to appreciate the full majesty of the room, spotting little details like Michelangelo’s self-portrait and the rather painful revenge he plotted for the Pope’s aide (he wasn’t his biggest fan…)
From the Sistine Chapel, you'll follow your guide through a special, groups-only door taking you right into St. Peter's Basilica—skipping the long line outside. Once in St. Peter's, your guide will point out the precious art and treasures inside and share the story behind the church's 120-year construction.
The Vatican is more than just a museum. It's home to the Pope and Catholicism and is one of the world's smallest yet powerful states. On this intimate tour, your guide will ensure that you get an overview of it all—from papal scandal to Renaissance masters and the day-to-day operation of Vatican City.
Sites Visited:
- Vatican Museums
- Sistine Chapel
- Raphael Rooms
- Apollo Belvedere & Laocoön & His Sons
- Pinecone Courtyard
- Gallery of the Candelabra
- Gallery of the Maps
- Gallery of the Tapestries
- St. Peter's Basilica
What’s included?
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Guided tour of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica -
Local English-speaking guide -
Skip-the-line ticket for Vatican Museums -
Skip-the-line ticket for St. Peter's Basilica -
Headset -
Gratuities
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Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
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Lunch
Things to know
Before you book
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Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers. Please contact the Guest Experience team to make alternative arrangements.
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The special access passage between the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and is subject to other unexpected closures during special celebrations/festivities, including the Easter ceremonies. On such days we will instead explore the magnificent Pinacoteca Gallery.
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Sometimes guides may not be allowed to give tours inside St. Peter's Basilica, in which case they will share a brief explanation from outside and you will be free to visit the Basilica by yourself.
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Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
Before you go
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The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
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If you cannot join your tour at the last minute (running late, etc), please contact us. We may be able to reschedule your tour with a small amendment fee depending on availability.
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All guests must pass through security. For useful information/restrictions about your tour in the Vatican Museum, visit https://m.museivaticani.va/content/museivaticani-mobile/en/visita-i-musei/consigli-utili.html
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All guests (including children) must bring ID on the day of their tour.
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Only small backpacks and handbags are allowed inside the Vatican Museums. Storage is available but please note you must return (about a 20-minute walk) to the entrance to pick up your items at the end of the tour.
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Due to the religious nature of the Vatican, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.
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Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers. Please contact the Guest Experience team to make alternative arrangements.
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The special access passage between the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and is subject to other unexpected closures during special celebrations/festivities, including the Easter ceremonies. On such days we will instead explore the magnificent Pinacoteca Gallery.
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Sometimes guides may not be allowed to give tours inside St. Peter's Basilica, in which case they will share a brief explanation from outside and you will be free to visit the Basilica by yourself.
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Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
Covid Policy
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
Cancellation Policy
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Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.
Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable.
Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes.
Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
Redemption information
Mobile tickets will be accepted
Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
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