Pristine Sistine Early Morning Small Group Vatican Tour

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4 hours

Rome

Basic Information

Magpie ID: PYLJCU

Category: Attractions / Museums

Max Group Size: 15

Currency: EUR

Language: English

TimeZone: (GMT+01:00) Rome

Booking Cutoff: 24 hours before start time

Highlights

Visit the stunning Sistine Chapel before the daytime crowds.
Explore the Vatican Museums at the quietest time of day.
Skip the line at St. Peter's Basilica.
Gaze upon masterpieces by Raphael, Michelangelo, & Bernini.
Marvel at the awe-inspiring Raphael Rooms.
Learn from one of the best expert guides in Rome.

Included

Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums
Skip the line ticket to St. Peter's Basilica
Expertly guided tour of Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica
Small groups of 15 people or fewer
Local English-speaking guide
Headset

Excluded

Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off

Commentary

Guide: English

Summary Description

Be among the first visitors of the day to step into the Sistine Chapel and skip the line to enter St. Peter's Basilica.

Description

Enter the Sistine Chapel at the most peaceful time of day to enjoy Michelangelo’s masterpiece in serenity and embark on a thorough guided tour of the Vatican Museums, ending at the awe-inspiring St. Peter's Basilica. There's no better way to see the highlights of the Vatican without the crowds that descend upon the galleries later in the day. Not a morning person? Book the Afternoon Vatican Museums Tour with Sistine Chapel for a relaxed afternoon visit after the crowds have left for the day (St. Peter's Basilica not included).

Beat the crowds and see historic masterpieces up close on this guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. See the stunning Raphael Rooms, marvel at the artwork in the Sistine Chapel, and visit the impressive Vatican Museums with a guide.

Enter the Vatican Museums right as they open for the day for a complete guided tour of this stunning space. Enjoy the masterpieces without the bustling crowds as you follow your guide through the Belvedere Courtyard, the Gallery of Maps, the four Raphael Rooms, and more. Learn from your guide where Raphael worked the faces of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo into his frescoes.

Next, head to the Sistine Chapel. Arrive just as the doors first open to groups and visit at the most peaceful time of day. Get a full run-down of Michelangelo's frescoes, including a detailed handout, from your guide before heading in.

Finish your tour by going to St. Peter's Basilica via a special secret passage, bypassing the long lines outside (morning tours only). End your morning with a full tour of this sacred space and gaze upon Michelangelo's moving Pietà, Bernini's grandiose altarpiece and learn the stories and legends behind the art.

Start / End Location

Start Location: 153 Via Candia, Antico Caffè Candia, Roma, IT

Start Location Notes: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Antico Café Candia, Via Candia, 153, 00192 Roma RM.

Start Location Direction: https://goo.gl/maps/JJTREqmDXvy5TzweA

End Location: Piazza San Pietro, St. Peter's Basilica, Città del Vaticano, IT

End Location Notes: St. Peter's Basilica

End Location Direction: https://goo.gl/maps/C5LWtx5o6Fct2cmg7?coh=178572&entry=tt

Points of interest

Gallery of Tapestries, Vatican City

Sistine Chapel, Vatican City

Raphael Rooms, Viale Vaticano, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy

Vatican City

Vatican Museums, Vatican City

St Peter's Square, Vatican City

Gallery of Maps, Vatican City

Pinacoteca Musei Vaticani, Cdad. del Vaticano, Vatican City

Pricing

		RETAIL PRICE	NET RATE
PRICING VALID FOR 7:15 AM
Pricing valid for 7:15 am
Adult (15+)	15-99 years	€129.00	Available on request
Child (2-14)	2-14 years	€119.00	Available on request
Infant (0-1)	0-1 years	€0.00	Available on request

		RETAIL PRICE	NET RATE
PRICING VALID FOR 7:45 AM
Pricing valid for 7:45 am
Adult (15+)	15-99 years	€124.00	Available on request
Child (2-14)	2-14 years	€114.00	Available on request
Infant (0-1)	0-1 years	€0.00	Available on request

Know before you book

The tour is in English.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
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.
All guests (including children) must bring ID on the day of their tour.
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.
Please note: starting December 2024, access to St. Peter's Basilica may be limited due to the Vatican's Jubilee Year 2025, which includes special events and ceremonies. These closures are determined by the Vatican and are beyond our control. Thank you for your understanding.
All participants must provide their full names, dates of birth, and passport/nationality details at the time of booking. The information must exactly match what is listed on the ID or passport. Name changes are not allowed. Failure to supply this information will lead to the cancellation of your booking.

Know before you go

Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
All guests (including children) must bring ID on the day of their tour.
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
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.
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.
No photography or filming is permitted in the Sistine Chapel.
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.
Please note: starting December 2024, access to St. Peter's Basilica may be limited due to the Vatican's Jubilee Year 2025, which includes special events and ceremonies. These closures are determined by the Vatican and are beyond our control. Thank you for your understanding.
Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
All participants must provide their full names, dates of birth, and passport/nationality details at the time of booking. The information must exactly match what is listed on the ID or passport. Name changes are not allowed. Failure to supply this information will lead to the cancellation of your booking.
Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

Cancellation

Cancellation Policy: standard
Cancellation Cut-off: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: 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.

Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions:

Before you travel, please read the "Know Before You Go" section for essential information, requirements, and possible disruptions regarding your tour.

Additional Information

Note: 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.

Dress Code: 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.

Required to bring: Valid ID

Redemption Information

Mobile tickets will be accepted