Entire Vatican & Vatacombs: Treasures of the Sistine Chapel
Highlights
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Skip the line access to both the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica
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Local expert tour guide makes this tour a winner for best value
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Experience Michelangelo's remarkable frescos in the Sistine Chapel
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Priority entrance to the Vatican Museums
Summary
Tour info
19 Via Sebastiano Veniero, Via Sebastiano Veniero, Roma, Lazio, 00192
Vatican City, 00120
Why take this tour?
Walk in the footsteps of popes and Renaissance masters as you take in the Rooms of Raphael and the Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches by none other than Michelangelo Buonarroti. With an expert guide, learn to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art.
Gain fast-track access to St. Peter's Basilica to view masterpieces by Michelangelo, Raphael, and Bernini, among others, before descending to the papal crypts below. We conclude on the portico with an overview of Bernini’s magnificent piazza (St. Peter’s Square), the central obelisk, and the renowned Swiss Guard.
What’s included?
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Priority entrance to the Vatican Museums -
Immersive experience inside Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel -
The remarkable frescoed Rooms of Raphael -
Expert licensed English-speaking tour guide -
Fast-track entry and guided visit of St. Peter's Basilica -
Food and drinks
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Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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Gratuities
Things to know
Before you book
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Due to the route covered and/or the means of transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. Please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges
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Despite priority access, crowding can be significant at the Vatican during peak season and this is beyond our control.
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Tour is provided in English.
Before you go
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There is a strict dress code at the Vatican. Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men and women.
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This tour departs on time. It is not possible to join the tour if you arrive late.
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Comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are highly recommended.
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Saint Peter's Basilica may experience unexpected closures for religious ceremonies. In such instances, we are pleased to offer an extended tour of the Vatican Museums to our customers. While we make every effort to notify tour groups in advance of any planned disruptions to the Basilica's opening hours, this is not always possible. Consequently, we are unable to provide refunds or discounts in these cases.
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Powerbanks are not allowed inside the Vatican museums. Please leave them at the cloakroom or at our office before the visit.
Cancellation Policy
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Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified. All cancellations must be received in writing to [email protected]. The cancellation policy for this item is as follows:
Cancellation with 72+ hours notice: full refund
Cancellation with less than 72 hours notice: no refunds or exceptions will be made
Failure to reach the meeting point on time (no-show) is equivalent to cancellation with less than 72 hours notice.
*If you've chosen the Hassle-Free Cancellation policy during checkout, cancel your tour anytime up to midnight of the day before it begins for a full refund, excluding the Trip Protection fee. Remember to notify us of your cancellation in writing before midnight (Rome time) on the night before your tour.
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