KILLED - Early Entry Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Basilica Express Service
Highlights
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- Enter the Sistine Chapel before the general public so you can see Michelangelo’s world-famous frescoes in relative peace.
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- Skip the long lines in front of St. Peter’s Basilica and walk directly into the cathedral.
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- Don’t spend all day in the Vatican, see its two biggest draws – the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica in just two hours.
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- Enjoy comprehensive introductions to both the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica from one of our expert, English-speaking guides.
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- Enjoy an intimate experience in a small group of 20 people or fewer.
Summary
Tour info
Piazza del Risorgimento, 60, (Bar l'Ottagono), Rome, 00192, IT
Piazza San Pietro, Rome, 00120, IT
Why take this tour?
- Vatican Museums (brief walk through)
Sistine Chapel
Pinecone Courtyard
St. Peter’s Basilica
Michaelangelo's Pietà
Bernini's Baldachin
St. Peter's Square
What’s included?
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Local English-speaking guide -
Expertly guided walking tour -
Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums -
Skip the line access to St. Peter’s Basilica -
Headset -
Guided tour of the Vatican Museums (except Sistine Chapel)
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Gratuities
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Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Things to know
Before you book
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All guests (including children) must bring ID on the day of their tour.
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We cannot accept wheelchairs on this group tour. Our group route utilizes staircases where elevator access is not easily accessible. Those with wheelchairs and limited mobility can contact us ([email protected]) so we can arrange your visit.
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This tour ends in St. Peter's Basilica, accessed through a special entrance. If this entrance is closed on the day of your tour, your guide will tour the exterior of St. Peter's with you, and you are welcome to go inside on your own from the general entrance at the conclusion of your tour.
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From August 6th 2021, all Italy sites we visit will require clients and guides alike to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test completed within 48 hours prior to entry. They will also require a legal form of ID matching the vaccination or test results. More info on the Italian Government website
Before you go
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This tour is in English.
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This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
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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 (including children) must bring ID on the day of their tour.
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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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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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We cannot accept wheelchairs on this group tour. Our group route utilizes staircases where elevator access is not easily accessible. Those with wheelchairs and limited mobility can contact us ([email protected]) so we can arrange your visit.
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This tour ends in St. Peter's Basilica, accessed through a special entrance. If this entrance is closed on the day of your tour, your guide will tour the exterior of St. Peter's with you, and you are welcome to go inside on your own from the general entrance at the conclusion of your tour.
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Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
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From August 6th 2021, all Italy sites we visit will require clients and guides alike to provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test completed within 48 hours prior to entry. They will also require a legal form of ID matching the vaccination or test results. More info on the Italian Government website
Cancellation Policy
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Cancellations received greater than 72 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.
Cancellations received within 72 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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