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Version 63 – April 22, 2025 13:50

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Version 62 – April 18, 2025 09:03

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Know Before You Go
  • dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered, due to the special events and ceremonies associated with the vatican's jubilee year 2025, access to st. peter's basilica might be restricted. these closures are decided by the vatican and are outside our control, passports are not required for entry to the vatican museums, powerbanks are not allowed inside the vatican museums. please leave them at the cloakroom or at our office before the visit, tour departs rain or shine
  • dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered, due to the special events and ceremonies associated with the vatican's jubilee year 2025, access to st. peter's basilica might be restricted. these closures are decided by the vatican and are outside our control, passports are not required for entry to the vatican museums, tour departs rain or shine

Version 61 – March 20, 2025 16:06

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  • children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult , direct access to the basilica will be granted exclusively to those who book at least 72 hours in advance. visitors without prior bookings will be required to enter the basilica through the main entrance in st. peter’s square., 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., max 20 participants per tour , wednesday 9:00 am departures will not include access to st. peter's
  • children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult , direct access to the basilica will be granted exclusively to those who book at least 72 hours in advance. visitors without prior bookings will need to enter through the main square, 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., max 20 participants per tour , wednesday 9:00 am departures will not include access to st. peter's

Version 59 – March 20, 2025 14:00

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Know Before You Book
  • children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult , direct access to the basilica will be granted exclusively to those who book at least 72 hours in advance. visitors without prior bookings will need to enter through the main square, 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., max 20 participants per tour , wednesday 9:00 am departures will not include access to st. peter's
  • access to the basilica will be granted exclusively to those who book at least 72 hours in advance. visitors without prior bookings will need to enter through the main square, children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult , 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., max 20 participants per tour , wednesday 9:00 am departures will not include access to st. peter's

Version 58 – March 20, 2025 13:59

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Short Description
  • Meet your expert guide by the Vatican Museum entrance and enjoy skip-the-line entry to what is arguably the most important collection of art in the world. Your guide knows every nook and cranny of the museums and will navigate seamlessly through the more than 1,200 galleries. Emphasis will be placed on the Rooms of Raphael, the Ancient Roman and Greek pieces in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps, ensuring you stay on track with an eye on the ultimate prize: the Sistine Chapel. 
  •  As you stroll through the former papal residences, your guide will point out major works of art dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome and explain the role these ancient pieces played in inspiring the future artistic genius of Renaissance Italy.
  •  Much of this tour will be dedicated to the majestic Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches applied by none other than Michaelangelo Buonarroti. You will hear the true life story of this fascinating yet tormented artist, who considered himself a sculptor and not a painter yet dedicated countless years of his life painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet high. Learn of the physical and psychological damage inflicted on the artist as your guide helps you to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art. 
  •  After ample time gazing up at the world’s most famous ceiling, choose whether to take advantage of priority access to St. Peter's Basilica or remain inside the museums to explore some of the remaining 1,400 galleries of art at your own pace.
  • Meet your expert guide by the Vatican Museum entrance and enjoy skip-the-line entry to what is arguably the most important collection of art in the world. Your guide knows every nook and cranny of the museums and will navigate seamlessly through the more than 1,200 galleries. Emphasis will be placed on the Rooms of Raphael, the Ancient Roman and Greek pieces in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps, ensuring you stay on track with an eye on the ultimate prize: the Sistine Chapel. 
  • As you stroll through the former papal residences, your guide will point out major works of art dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome and explain the role these ancient pieces played in inspiring the future artistic genius of Renaissance Italy.
  • Much of this tour will be dedicated to the majestic Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches applied by none other than Michaelangelo Buonarroti. You will hear the true life story of this fascinating yet tormented artist, who considered himself a sculptor and not a painter yet dedicated countless years of his life painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet high. Learn of the physical and psychological damage inflicted on the artist as your guide helps you to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art. 
  • After ample time gazing up at the world’s most famous ceiling, choose whether to take advantage of priority access to St. Peter's Basilica or remain inside the museums to explore some of the remaining 1,400 galleries of art at your own pace.
Additional Info
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
Know Before You Book
  • access to the basilica will be granted exclusively to those who book at least 72 hours in advance. visitors without prior bookings will need to enter through the main square, children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult , 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., max 20 participants per tour , wednesday 9:00 am departures will not include access to st. peter's
  • children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult , 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., max 20 participants per tour , wednesday 9:00 am departures will not include access to st. peter's

Version 57 – March 06, 2025 15:23

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  • 72

Version 52 – January 02, 2025 12:07

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Know Before You Go
  • dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered, due to the special events and ceremonies associated with the vatican's jubilee year 2025, access to st. peter's basilica might be restricted. these closures are decided by the vatican and are outside our control, passports are not required for entry to the vatican museums, tour departs rain or shine
  • dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered, passports are not required for entry to the vatican museums, tour departs rain or shine

Version 51 – December 02, 2024 15:55

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Cancellation notes
  • 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.
  • 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 chose 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.

Version 50 – December 02, 2024 15:47

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Cancellation notes
  • 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 chose 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.
  • 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 chose 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.

Version 49 – November 29, 2024 16:37

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Cancellation notes
  • 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 chose 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.
  • Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified.
  • All cancellations must be received in writing. Tours and passes will be refunded if cancelled more than 24 hours before the tour start time, however the following penalties apply:
  • For tours entering the Vatican Museums and/or the Colosseum (venues where tickets are non-refundable) a penalty of $30 per person will be retained for each venue.
  • No refunds will be made for cancellations with less than 24 hours notice or failure to arrive at the meeting point on time (no-show).
Cancellation cutoff
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  • 24

Version 48 – March 05, 2024 18:19

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Cancellation notes
  • Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified.
  • All cancellations must be received in writing. Tours and passes will be refunded if cancelled more than 24 hours before the tour start time, however the following penalties apply:
  • For tours entering the Vatican Museums and/or the Colosseum (venues where tickets are non-refundable) a penalty of $30 per person will be retained for each venue.
  • No refunds will be made for cancellations with less than 24 hours notice or failure to arrive at the meeting point on time (no-show).
  • All cancellations must be received in writing. Cancellations made up to 24 hours prior to the start time will be refunded in full. No refunds will be made for cancellations with less than 24 hours notice or failure to arrive at the meeting point on time (no-show).

Version 47 – February 20, 2024 17:11

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Voucher info
  • Ciao, thank you for booking with ItaliaTours!
  • Your BEST OF THE VATICAN: FAST TRACK HIGHLIGHTS tour is booked. Excited? You’re about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime.
  • MEETING POINT:
  • Arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour in front of Via Sebastiano Veniero 19. Across the street from the Vatican Museum entrance, you will see a broad staircase leading down. At the bottom of the stairs, turn right. Number 19 is a few steps ahead where an Italia Tours representative will be waiting for you.
  • Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZtNY3GCYFy8zbCN29
  • Tours taking place on Wednesdays at 9:00 AM while the pope is in Rome will not include fast-track entry to St. Peter's Basilica, as the basilica is closed during weekly papal audiences.
  • VATICAN DRESS CODE:
  • Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men, women, and children. Short pants are permitted as long as the above requirements are met. No refunds will be given if entry is refused due to lack of appropriate dress. No knives, weapons, or sharp objects will be permitted inside.
  • CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS:
  • During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at the Vatican, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our priority-access reservations. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • ITALIA TOURS CUSTOMER SERVICE:
  • Call/Text/WhatsApp: +1 617-207-6611
  • Call from Italy: +39 069-674-1298
  • Email: [email protected]
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  • 88.8888888888888889
  • 94.4444444444444444

Version 46 – July 12, 2023 15:51

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Know Before You Book
  • children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult , 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., max 20 participants per tour , wednesday 9:00 am departures will not include access to st. peter's
  • children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult , max 20 participants per tour , this tour is not wheelchair accessible, difficult to navigate with a stroller, wednesday 9:00 am departures will not include access to st. peter's

Version 45 – June 19, 2023 14:25

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Know Before You Book
  • children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult , max 20 participants per tour , this tour is not wheelchair accessible, difficult to navigate with a stroller, wednesday 9:00 am departures will not include access to st. peter's
  • children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult , max 20 participants per tour , this tour is not not wheelchair accessible, difficult to navigate with a stroller, wednesday 9:00 am departures will not include access to st. peter's

Version 44 – June 19, 2023 14:23

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Know Before You Book
  • children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult , max 20 participants per tour , this tour is not not wheelchair accessible, difficult to navigate with a stroller, wednesday 9:00 am departures will not include access to st. peter's
  • children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult , max 20 participants per tour , this tour is not wheelchair-friendly , wednesday 9:00 am departures will not include access to st. peter's

Version 43 – June 13, 2023 17:58

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Voucher info
  • Ciao, thank you for booking with ItaliaTours!
  • Your BEST OF THE VATICAN: FAST TRACK HIGHLIGHTS tour is booked. Excited? You’re about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime.
  • MEETING POINT:
  • Arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour in front of Via Sebastiano Veniero 19. Across the street from the Vatican Museum entrance, you will see a broad staircase leading down. At the bottom of the stairs, turn right. Number 19 is a few steps ahead where an Italia Tours representative will be waiting for you.
  • Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZtNY3GCYFy8zbCN29
  • Tours taking place on Wednesdays at 9:00 AM while the pope is in Rome will not include fast-track entry to St. Peter's Basilica, as the basilica is closed during weekly papal audiences.
  • VATICAN DRESS CODE:
  • Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men, women, and children. Short pants are permitted as long as the above requirements are met. No refunds will be given if entry is refused due to lack of appropriate dress. No knives, weapons, or sharp objects will be permitted inside.
  • CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS:
  • During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at the Vatican, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our priority-access reservations. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • ITALIA TOURS CUSTOMER SERVICE:
  • Call/Text/WhatsApp: +1 617-207-6611
  • Call from Italy: +39 069-674-1298
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Ciao, thank you for booking with ItaliaTours!
  • Your BEST OF THE VATICAN: FAST TRACK HIGHLIGHTS tour is booked. Excited? You’re about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime.
  • MEETING POINT:
  • Arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour in front of Via Sebastiano Veniero 19. Across the street from the Vatican Museum entrance, you will see a broad staircase leading down. At the bottom of the stairs, turn right. Number 19 is a few steps ahead where an Italia Tours representative will be waiting for you.
  • Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZtNY3GCYFy8zbCN29
  • Tours taking place on Wednesdays at 9 am while the pope is in Rome will not include fast-track entry to St. Peter's Basilica, as the basilica is closed during weekly papal audiences.
  • VATICAN DRESS CODE:
  • Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men, women, and children. Short pants are permitted as long as the above requirements are met. No refunds will be given if entry is refused due to lack of appropriate dress. No knives, weapons, or sharp objects will be permitted inside.
  • CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS:
  • During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at the Vatican, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our priority-access reservations. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • ITALIA TOURS CUSTOMER SERVICE:
  • Call/Text/WhatsApp: +1 617-207-6611
  • Call from Italy: +39 069-674-1298
  • Email: [email protected]

Version 42 – June 08, 2023 16:55

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Voucher info
  • Ciao, thank you for booking with ItaliaTours!
  • Your BEST OF THE VATICAN: FAST TRACK HIGHLIGHTS tour is booked. Excited? You’re about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime.
  • MEETING POINT:
  • Arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour in front of Via Sebastiano Veniero 19. Across the street from the Vatican Museum entrance, you will see a broad staircase leading down. At the bottom of the stairs, turn right. Number 19 is a few steps ahead where an Italia Tours representative will be waiting for you.
  • Google Maps Link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZtNY3GCYFy8zbCN29
  • Tours taking place on Wednesdays at 9 am while the pope is in Rome will not include fast-track entry to St. Peter's Basilica, as the basilica is closed during weekly papal audiences.
  • VATICAN DRESS CODE:
  • Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men, women, and children. Short pants are permitted as long as the above requirements are met. No refunds will be given if entry is refused due to lack of appropriate dress. No knives, weapons, or sharp objects will be permitted inside.
  • CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS:
  • During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at the Vatican, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our priority-access reservations. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • ITALIA TOURS CUSTOMER SERVICE:
  • Call/Text/WhatsApp: +1 617-207-6611
  • Call from Italy: +39 069-674-1298
  • Email: [email protected]
  • MEETING POINT: Arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour in front of Via Sebastiano Veniero 19. Across the street from the Vatican Museum entrance you will see a broad staircase leading down. At the bottom of the stairs, turn right. Number 19 is a few steps ahead where an Italia Tours representative will be waiting for you.
  • Google maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZtNY3GCYFy8zbCN29
  • Tours taking place on Wednesdays at 9 am while the pope is in Rome will not include fast-track entry to St. Peter's Basilica, as the basilica is closed during weekly papal audiences.
  • VATICAN DRESS CODE: Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men, women, and children. Short pants are permitted as long as the above requirements are met. No refunds will be given if entry is refused due to lack of appropriate dress. No knives, weapons, or sharp objects will be permitted inside.
  • CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS: During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at the Vatican, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our priority-access reservations. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • ITALIA TOURS CUSTOMER SERVICE
  • Call/Text/WhatsApp: +1 617-207-6611
  • Call from Italy: +39 069-674-1298
  • Email: [email protected]
Terms and conditions
  • Tours depart promptly at the scheduled time, while public transport throughout Italy can be unreliable. Allow plenty of time to get from your accommodation to the meeting point, or contact us to arrange for a private transfer. No refunds will be granted for failure to arrive at the meeting point on time.
  • Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified.
  • During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at tourist attractions across Italy, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our priority access. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • View complete terms and conditions at www.italiatours.com/terms.
  • Tours depart promptly at the scheduled time, while public transport throughout Italy can be unreliable. Allow plenty of time to get from your accommodation to the meeting point, or contact us to arrange for a private transfer. No refunds will be granted for failure to arrive at the meeting point on time.
  • Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified.
  • During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at tourist attractions across Italy, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our priority access. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • View complete terms and conditions at www.italiatours.com/terms

Version 41 – June 08, 2023 16:54

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Know Before You Book
  • children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult , max 20 participants per tour , this tour is not wheelchair-friendly , wednesday 9:00 am departures will not include access to st. peter's
  • children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult , max 20 participants per tour , this tour is not wheelchair-friendly , wednesday 9 am departures will not include access to st. peter's

Version 40 – June 08, 2023 16:54

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Excluded
  • food and drinks, gratuities, hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • food and drinks, gratuities, hotel pickup and drop-off

Version 38 – June 05, 2023 15:52

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Voucher info
  • MEETING POINT: Arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour in front of Via Sebastiano Veniero 19. Across the street from the Vatican Museum entrance you will see a broad staircase leading down. At the bottom of the stairs, turn right. Number 19 is a few steps ahead where an Italia Tours representative will be waiting for you.
  • Google maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZtNY3GCYFy8zbCN29
  • Tours taking place on Wednesdays at 9 am while the pope is in Rome will not include fast-track entry to St. Peter's Basilica, as the basilica is closed during weekly papal audiences.
  • VATICAN DRESS CODE: Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men, women, and children. Short pants are permitted as long as the above requirements are met. No refunds will be given if entry is refused due to lack of appropriate dress. No knives, weapons, or sharp objects will be permitted inside.
  • CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS: During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at the Vatican, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our priority-access reservations. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • ITALIA TOURS CUSTOMER SERVICE
  • Call/Text/WhatsApp: +1 617-207-6611
  • Call from Italy: +39 069-674-1298
  • Email: [email protected]
  • MEETING POINT: Arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour in front of Via Sebastiano Veniero 19. Across the street from the Vatican Museum entrance you will see a broad staircase leading down. At the bottom of the stairs, turn right. Number 19 is a few steps ahead where an Italia Tours representative will be waiting for you.
  • Google maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZtNY3GCYFy8zbCN29
  • Tours taking place on Wednesdays at 9 am while the pope is in Rome will not include fast-track entry to St. Peter's Basilica, as the basilica is closed during weekly papal audiences.
  • VATICAN DRESS CODE: Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men, women, and children. Short pants are permitted as long as the above requirements are met. No refunds will be given if entry is refused due to lack of appropriate dress. No knives, weapons, or sharp objects will be permitted inside.
  • CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS: During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at the Vatican, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our priority-access reservations. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • ITALIA TOURS CUSTOMER SERVICE
  • Email us at: [email protected]
  • Call us from the USA at: 1-617-207-6611
  • Call us from Italy at: +39 06 9674 1298
  • Whatsapp us at: +39 3421310374

Version 33 – April 13, 2023 12:18

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Version 32 – April 12, 2023 18:20

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  • Best of the Vatican: Fast Track Highlights
  • Best of the Vatican: Fast-Track Highlights

Version 31 – April 11, 2023 18:13

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Version 29 – March 07, 2023 05:42

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Know Before You Book
  • children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult , max 20 participants per tour , this tour is not wheelchair-friendly , wednesday 9 am departures will not include access to st. peter's
  • max 20 participants per tour , this tour is not wheelchair-friendly , wednesday 9am departures will not include access to st. peter's, children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
Voucher info
  • MEETING POINT: Arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour in front of Via Sebastiano Veniero 19. Across the street from the Vatican Museum entrance you will see a broad staircase leading down. At the bottom of the stairs, turn right. Number 19 is a few steps ahead where an Italia Tours representative will be waiting for you.
  • Google maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZtNY3GCYFy8zbCN29
  • Tours taking place on Wednesdays at 9 am while the pope is in Rome will not include fast-track entry to St. Peter's Basilica, as the basilica is closed during weekly papal audiences.
  • VATICAN DRESS CODE: Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men, women, and children. Short pants are permitted as long as the above requirements are met. No refunds will be given if entry is refused due to lack of appropriate dress. No knives, weapons, or sharp objects will be permitted inside.
  • CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS: During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at the Vatican, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our priority-access reservations. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • ITALIA TOURS CUSTOMER SERVICE
  • Email us at: [email protected]
  • Call us from the USA at: 1-617-207-6611
  • Call us from Italy at: +39 06 9674 1298
  • Whatsapp us at: +39 3421310374
  • MEETING POINT: Arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour in front of Via Sebastiano Veniero 19. Across the street from the Vatican Museum entrance you will see a broad staircase leading down. At the bottom of the stairs, turn right. Number 19 is a few steps ahead where a When In Rome Tours/ Italia Tours representative will be waiting for you.
  • Google maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZtNY3GCYFy8zbCN29
  • Tours taking place on Wednesdays at 9am while the Pope is in Rome will not include fast track entry to St. Peter's Basilica, as the Basilica is closed during weekly Papal Audiences.
  • VATICAN DRESS CODE: Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men, women, and children. Short pants are permitted as long as the above requirements are met. No refunds will be given if entry is refused due to lack of appropriate dress. No knives, weapons, or sharp objects will be permitted inside.
  • CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS: During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at the Vatican, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our Tour Operator priority access reservations. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • ITALIA TOURS CUSTOMER SERVICE
  • Email us at: [email protected]
  • Call us at +39 06 9674 1298
  • Whatsapp us at:+39 3421310374
Terms and conditions
  • Tours depart promptly at the scheduled time, while public transport throughout Italy can be unreliable. Allow plenty of time to get from your accommodation to the meeting point, or contact us to arrange for a private transfer. No refunds will be granted for failure to arrive at the meeting point on time.
  • Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified.
  • During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at tourist attractions across Italy, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our priority access. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • View complete terms and conditions at www.italiatours.com/terms
  • Tours depart promptly at the scheduled time, while public transport throughout Italy can be unreliable. Allow plenty of time to get from your accommodation to the meeting point, or contact us to arrange for a private transfer. No refunds will be granted for failure to arrive at the meeting point on time.
  • Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified.
  • During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at tourist attractions across Italy, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite Tour Operator priority access. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • View complete terms and conditions at www.italiatours.com/terms

Version 28 – March 07, 2023 05:40

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  • Meet your expert guide by the Vatican Museum entrance and enjoy skip-the-line entry to what is arguably the most important collection of art in the world. Your guide knows every nook and cranny of the museums and will navigate seamlessly through the more than 1,200 galleries. Emphasis will be placed on the Rooms of Raphael, the Ancient Roman and Greek pieces in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps, ensuring you stay on track with an eye on the ultimate prize: the Sistine Chapel. 
  • As you stroll through the former papal residences, your guide will point out major works of art dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome and explain the role these ancient pieces played in inspiring the future artistic genius of Renaissance Italy.
  • Much of this tour will be dedicated to the majestic Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches applied by none other than Michaelangelo Buonarroti. You will hear the true life story of this fascinating yet tormented artist, who considered himself a sculptor and not a painter yet dedicated countless years of his life painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet high. Learn of the physical and psychological damage inflicted on the artist as your guide helps you to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art. 
  • After ample time gazing up at the world’s most famous ceiling, choose whether to take advantage of priority access to St. Peter's Basilica or remain inside the museums to explore some of the remaining 1,400 galleries of art at your own pace.
  • Meet your expert guide by the Vatican Museum entrance and enjoy skip-the-line entry to what is arguably the most important collection of art in the world. Your guide knows every nook and cranny of the museums and will navigate seamlessly through the more than 1,200 galleries. Emphasis will be placed on the Rooms of Raphael, the Ancient Roman and Greek pieces in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps, ensuring you stay on track with an eye on the ultimate prize: the Sistine Chapel. 
  • As you stroll through the former papal residences, your guide will point out major works of art dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome and explain the role these ancient pieces played in inspiring the future artistic genius of Renaissance Italy.
  • Much of this tour will be dedicated to the majestic Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches applied by none other than Michaelangelo Buonarroti. You will hear the true life story of this fascinating yet tormented artist who considered himself a sculptor and not a painter yet dedicated countless years of his life painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet high. Learn of the physical and psychological damage inflicted on the artist as your guide helps you to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art. 
  • After ample time gazing up at the world’s most famous ceiling, choose whether to take advantage of tour operator priority access to St. Peter's Basilica or remain inside the museums to explore some of the remaining 1400 galleries of art at your own pace.
Highlights
  • get up close and personal with michelangelo’s remarkable frescoes in the sistine chapel, quick access and a shorter tour leaves time for more sightseeing around rome , skip-the-line access to both the vatican museums and st. peter's basilica , top-rated guides make this tour a clear winner for best value
  • get up close and personal with michelangelo’s remarkable frescoes in the sistine chapel, quick access and a shorter tour leaves room for more sightseeing around rome , skip-the-line access to both the vatican museums and st. peter's basilica , top rated guides make this tour a clear winner for best value
Included
  • belvedere courtyard, greek and roman sculptures, full-immersion guided vatican museums experience with an expert vatican tour guide, priority access to st. peter's basilica , rooms of raphael and sistine chapel , skip all lines at the vatican and get ahead of everyone else
  • belvedere courtyard, greek and roman sculptures, full immersion fully guided vatican museums experience with an expert vatican tour guide, priority access to st. peter's basilica , rooms of raphael and sistine chapel , skip all lines at the vatican and get ahead of everyone else

Version 27 – March 07, 2023 05:39

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  • Meet your expert guide by the Vatican Museum entrance and enjoy skip-the-line entry to what is arguably the most important collection of art in the world. Your guide knows every nook and cranny of the museums and will navigate seamlessly through the more than 1,200 galleries. Emphasis will be placed on the Rooms of Raphael, the Ancient Roman and Greek pieces in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps, ensuring you stay on track with an eye on the ultimate prize: the Sistine Chapel. 
  • As you stroll through the former papal residences, your guide will point out major works of art dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome and explain the role these ancient pieces played in inspiring the future artistic genius of Renaissance Italy.
  • Much of this tour will be dedicated to the majestic Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches applied by none other than Michaelangelo Buonarroti. You will hear the true life story of this fascinating yet tormented artist who considered himself a sculptor and not a painter yet dedicated countless years of his life painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet high. Learn of the physical and psychological damage inflicted on the artist as your guide helps you to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art. 
  • After ample time gazing up at the world’s most famous ceiling, choose whether to take advantage of tour operator priority access to St. Peter's Basilica or remain inside the museums to explore some of the remaining 1400 galleries of art at your own pace.
  • Meet your expert guide by the Vatican Museum entrance and enjoy skip-the-line entry to what is arguably the most important collection of art in the world. Your guide knows every nook and cranny of the museums and will navigate seamlessly through the more than 1,200 galleries while emphasizing the Rooms of Raphael, the Ancient Roman and Greek pieces in the Belvedere Courtyard and the Gallery of Maps while ensuring that you stay on track with an eye on the ultimate prize: the Sistine Chapel. 
  • As you stroll through the former Papal residences your guide will point out major works of art dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome and explain the role these ancient pieces played in inspiring the future artistic genius of Renaissance Italy.
  • Much of this tour will be dedicated to the majestic Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches applied by none other than Michaelangelo Buonarroti. You will hear the true life story of this fascinating yet tormented artist who considered himself a sculptor and not a painter yet dedicated countless years of his life painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet high. Learn of the physical and psychological damage inflicted on the artist as your guide helps you to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art. 
  • After ample time gazing up at the world’s most famous ceiling, choose whether to take advantage of tour operator priority access to St. Peter's Basilica or remain inside the museums to explore some of the remaining 1400 galleries of art at your own pace.

Version 26 – March 07, 2023 05:38

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  • Best of the Vatican: Fast-Track Highlights
  • Best of the Vatican: Fast Track Highlights

Version 25 – March 03, 2023 10:22

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  • All cancellations must be received in writing. Cancellations made up to 24 hours prior to the start time will be refunded in full. No refunds will be made for cancellations with less than 24 hours notice or failure to arrive at the meeting point on time (no-show).
  • All cancellations must be received in writing. Cancellations made up to 24 hours prior to the start time will be refunded in full. No refunds will be made for cancellations with less than 24 notice or failure to arrive at the meeting point on time (no-show).

Version 24 – March 03, 2023 08:44

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  • All cancellations must be received in writing. Cancellations made up to 24 hours prior to the start time will be refunded in full. No refunds will be made for cancellations with less than 24 notice or failure to arrive at the meeting point on time (no-show).
  • Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund
  • Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Version 23 – January 30, 2023 13:19

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Know Before You Book
  • max 20 participants per tour , this tour is not wheelchair-friendly , wednesday 9am departures will not include access to st. peter's, children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
  • max 20 participants per tour , this tour is not wheelchair-friendly , children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
Voucher info
  • MEETING POINT: Arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour in front of Via Sebastiano Veniero 19. Across the street from the Vatican Museum entrance you will see a broad staircase leading down. At the bottom of the stairs, turn right. Number 19 is a few steps ahead where a When In Rome Tours/ Italia Tours representative will be waiting for you.
  • Google maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZtNY3GCYFy8zbCN29
  • Tours taking place on Wednesdays at 9am while the Pope is in Rome will not include fast track entry to St. Peter's Basilica, as the Basilica is closed during weekly Papal Audiences.
  • VATICAN DRESS CODE: Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men, women, and children. Short pants are permitted as long as the above requirements are met. No refunds will be given if entry is refused due to lack of appropriate dress. No knives, weapons, or sharp objects will be permitted inside.
  • CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS: During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at the Vatican, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our Tour Operator priority access reservations. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • ITALIA TOURS CUSTOMER SERVICE
  • Email us at: [email protected]
  • Call us at +39 06 9674 1298
  • Whatsapp us at:+39 3421310374
  • MEETING POINT: Arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour in front of Via Sebastiano Veniero 19. Across the street from the Vatican Museum entrance you will see a broad staircase leading down. At the bottom of the stairs, turn right. Number 19 is a few steps ahead where a When In Rome Tours/ Italia Tours representative will be waiting for you.
  • Google maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZtNY3GCYFy8zbCN29
  • VATICAN DRESS CODE: Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men, women, and children. Short pants are permitted as long as the above requirements are met. No refunds will be given if entry is refused due to lack of appropriate dress. No knives, weapons, or sharp objects will be permitted inside.
  • CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS: During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at the Vatican, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our Tour Operator priority access reservations. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • ITALIA TOURS CUSTOMER SERVICE
  • Email us at: [email protected]
  • Call us at +39 06 9674 1298
  • Whatsapp us at:+39 3421310374

Version 21 – November 15, 2022 14:17

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  • belvedere courtyard, greek and roman sculptures, full immersion fully guided vatican museums experience with an expert vatican tour guide, priority access to st. peter's basilica , rooms of raphael and sistine chapel , skip all lines at the vatican and get ahead of everyone else
  • belvedere courtyard, greek and roman sculptures, full immersion fully guided vatican museums experience with an expert vatican tour guide, priority access to st. peter's basilica , sistine chapel , skip all lines at the vatican and get ahead of everyone else

Version 20 – November 15, 2022 14:15

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Version 19 – November 15, 2022 08:54

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Voucher info
  • MEETING POINT: Arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour in front of Via Sebastiano Veniero 19. Across the street from the Vatican Museum entrance you will see a broad staircase leading down. At the bottom of the stairs, turn right. Number 19 is a few steps ahead where a When In Rome Tours/ Italia Tours representative will be waiting for you.
  • Google maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZtNY3GCYFy8zbCN29
  • VATICAN DRESS CODE: Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men, women, and children. Short pants are permitted as long as the above requirements are met. No refunds will be given if entry is refused due to lack of appropriate dress. No knives, weapons, or sharp objects will be permitted inside.
  • CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS: During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at the Vatican, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our Tour Operator priority access reservations. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • ITALIA TOURS CUSTOMER SERVICE
  • Email us at: [email protected]
  • Call us at +39 06 9674 1298
  • Whatsapp us at:+39 3421310374
  • MEETING POINT: Arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour in front of Via Sebastiano Veniero 19. Across the street from the Vatican Museum entrance you will see a broad staircase leading down. At the bottom of the stairs, turn right. Number 19 is a few steps ahead where a When In Rome Tours/ Italia Tours representative will be waiting for you.
  • Google maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZtNY3GCYFy8zbCN29
  • VATICAN DRESS CODE: Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men, women, and children. Short pants are permitted as long as the above requirements are met. No refunds will be given if entry is refused due to lack of appropriate dress. No knives, weapons, or sharp objects will be permitted inside.
  • CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS: During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at the Vatican, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our Tour Operator priority access reservations. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • ITALIA TOURS CUSTOMER SERVICE
  • Email our customer support team at [email protected]
  • Call/whatsapp us from Italy every day XXXXX
Terms and conditions
  • Tours depart promptly at the scheduled time, while public transport throughout Italy can be unreliable. Allow plenty of time to get from your accommodation to the meeting point, or contact us to arrange for a private transfer. No refunds will be granted for failure to arrive at the meeting point on time.
  • Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified.
  • During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at tourist attractions across Italy, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite Tour Operator priority access. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • View complete terms and conditions at www.italiatours.com/terms
  • No refunds will be granted for failure to arrive at the meeting point on time. Tours depart promptly at the scheduled time, while public transport in Rome can be unreliable. Allow plenty of time to get from your accommodation to the meeting point, or contact us to arrange for a private transfer.
  • Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least 1 adult to join a tour or an activity.

Version 16 – November 08, 2022 07:32

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  • dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered, passports are not required for entry to the vatican museums, tour departs rain or shine
  • passports are not required for entry to the vatican museums, there is a strict dress code at the vatican. shoulders and knees must be covered for both women and men. , tour departs rain or shine
Know Before You Book
  • max 20 participants per tour , this tour is not wheelchair-friendly , children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
  • max 20 participants per tour , unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour. strollers may be left at the vatican museum cloakroom, children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult

Version 15 – November 08, 2022 07:28

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Short Description
  • Meet your expert guide by the Vatican Museum entrance and enjoy skip-the-line entry to what is arguably the most important collection of art in the world. Your guide knows every nook and cranny of the museums and will navigate seamlessly through the more than 1,200 galleries while emphasizing the Rooms of Raphael, the Ancient Roman and Greek pieces in the Belvedere Courtyard and the Gallery of Maps while ensuring that you stay on track with an eye on the ultimate prize: the Sistine Chapel. 
  • As you stroll through the former Papal residences your guide will point out major works of art dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome and explain the role these ancient pieces played in inspiring the future artistic genius of Renaissance Italy.
  • Much of this tour will be dedicated to the majestic Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches applied by none other than Michaelangelo Buonarroti. You will hear the true life story of this fascinating yet tormented artist who considered himself a sculptor and not a painter yet dedicated countless years of his life painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet high. Learn of the physical and psychological damage inflicted on the artist as your guide helps you to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art. 
  • After ample time gazing up at the world’s most famous ceiling, choose whether to take advantage of tour operator priority access to St. Peter's Basilica or remain inside the museums to explore some of the remaining 1400 galleries of art at your own pace.
  • Meet your expert guide by the Vatican Museum entrance and enjoy skip-the-line entry to what is arguably the most important collection of art in the world. Your guide knows every nook and cranny of the museums and will navigate seamlessly through the more than 1,200 galleries while emphasizing the Rooms of Raphael, the Ancient Roman and Greek pieces in the Belvedere Courtyard and the Gallery of Maps while ensuring that you stay on track with an eye on the ultimate prize: the Sistine Chapel. 
  • As you stroll through the former Papal residences your guide will point out major works of art dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome and explain the role these ancient pieces played in inspiring the future artistic genius of Renaissance Italy.
  • Much of this tour will be dedicated to the majestic Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches applied by none other than Michaelangelo Buonarroti. You will hear the true life story of this fascinating yet tormented artist who considered himself a sculptor and not a painter yet dedicated countless years of his life painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet high. Learn of the physical and psychological damage inflicted on the artist as your guide helps you to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art. 
  • After ample time gazing up at the world’s most famous ceiling, choose whether to exit the museums or remain inside to explore some of the remaining 1400 galleries of art at your own pace.
Highlights
  • get up close and personal with michelangelo’s remarkable frescoes in the sistine chapel, quick access and a shorter tour leaves room for more sightseeing around rome , skip-the-line access to both the vatican museums and st. peter's basilica , top rated guides make this tour a clear winner for best value
  • get up close and personal with michelangelo’s remarkable frescoes in the sistine chapel, quick access and a shorter tour leaves room for more sightseeing around rome , top rated guides make this tour a clear winner for best value
Included
  • belvedere courtyard, greek and roman sculptures, full immersion fully guided vatican museums experience with an expert vatican tour guide, priority access to st. peter's basilica , sistine chapel , skip all lines at the vatican and get ahead of everyone else
  • audio headsets to hear your guide , belvedere courtyard, greek and roman sculptures, full immersion fully guided vatican museums experience with an expert vatican tour guide, sistine chapel , skip all lines at the vatican and get ahead of everyone else

Version 14 – November 08, 2022 07:24

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  • max 20 participants per tour , unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour. strollers may be left at the vatican museum cloakroom, children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
  • unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour. strollers may be left at the vatican museum cloakroom, children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult

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Version 11 – November 08, 2022 07:21

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  • unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour. strollers may be left at the vatican museum cloakroom, children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
  • unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour. strollers may be left at the vatican museum cloakroom

Version 10 – November 08, 2022 07:20

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  • passports are not required for entry to the vatican museums, there is a strict dress code at the vatican. shoulders and knees must be covered for both women and men. , tour departs rain or shine
  • there is a strict dress code at the vatican. shoulders and knees must be covered for both women and men. , tour departs rain or shine

Version 9 – November 08, 2022 07:20

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  • MEETING POINT: Arrive 15 minutes before the start of your tour in front of Via Sebastiano Veniero 19. Across the street from the Vatican Museum entrance you will see a broad staircase leading down. At the bottom of the stairs, turn right. Number 19 is a few steps ahead where a When In Rome Tours/ Italia Tours representative will be waiting for you.
  • Google maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZtNY3GCYFy8zbCN29
  • VATICAN DRESS CODE: Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men, women, and children. Short pants are permitted as long as the above requirements are met. No refunds will be given if entry is refused due to lack of appropriate dress. No knives, weapons, or sharp objects will be permitted inside.
  • CROWDING/PARTIAL CLOSINGS: During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at the Vatican, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite our Tour Operator priority access reservations. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
  • ITALIA TOURS CUSTOMER SERVICE
  • Email our customer support team at [email protected]
  • Call/whatsapp us from Italy every day XXXXX
  • Please arrive 15 minutes before tour departure time in front of Via Sebastiano Veniero 19. Across the street from the Vatican Museums entrance you will see a staircase which leads down to Via Sebastiano Veniero. At the bottom of the stairs, turn right. Number 19 is a few steps ahead where a When In Rome Tours representative will be waiting for you. Google maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/ZtNY3GCYFy8zbCN29 On days near religious holidays, areas covered on our Vatican tour may be closed. If the Vatacombs close, the Basilica tour will be extended. No refunds apply. Urgent question? WhatsApp +393270013364
Terms and conditions
  • No refunds will be granted for failure to arrive at the meeting point on time. Tours depart promptly at the scheduled time, while public transport in Rome can be unreliable. Allow plenty of time to get from your accommodation to the meeting point, or contact us to arrange for a private transfer.
  • Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by at least 1 adult to join a tour or an activity.

Version 8 – November 08, 2022 07:17

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  • there is a strict dress code at the vatican. shoulders and knees must be covered for both women and men. , tour departs rain or shine
Know Before You Book
  • unfortunately, wheelchairs and strollers cannot be accommodated on this tour. strollers may be left at the vatican museum cloakroom
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  • get up close and personal with michelangelo’s remarkable frescoes in the sistine chapel, quick access and a shorter tour leaves room for more sightseeing around rome , top rated guides make this tour a clear winner for best value
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Version 6 – November 08, 2022 07:06

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Included
  • audio headsets to hear your guide , belvedere courtyard, greek and roman sculptures, full immersion fully guided vatican museums experience with an expert vatican tour guide, sistine chapel , skip all lines at the vatican and get ahead of everyone else
  • audio headsets to hear your guide , belvedere courtyard, greek and roman sculptures, full immersion fully guided vatican museums experience with an expert vatican tour guide, gallery of the maps , gallery of the tapestries , sistine chapel , skip all lines at the vatican and get ahead of everyone else
Additional Info
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible, A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements, On days immediately surrounding religious holidays at the Vatican, alterations to tours may become necessary due to partial closings of areas normally included in this tour, Maximum 20 travelers on this tour, hand sanitizer made available (we will provide), mandatory mask-wearing on the tour (bring your own)
Health items
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
  • COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
Health
  • We take the necessary post-coronavirus precautions on all our tours. This tour is checked several times daily for health and hygiene compliance and maintenance of secure operational standards.

Version 5 – November 08, 2022 07:05

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  • Meet your expert guide by the Vatican Museum entrance and enjoy skip-the-line entry to what is arguably the most important collection of art in the world. Your guide knows every nook and cranny of the museums and will navigate seamlessly through the more than 1,200 galleries while emphasizing the Rooms of Raphael, the Ancient Roman and Greek pieces in the Belvedere Courtyard and the Gallery of Maps while ensuring that you stay on track with an eye on the ultimate prize: the Sistine Chapel. 
  • As you stroll through the former Papal residences your guide will point out major works of art dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome and explain the role these ancient pieces played in inspiring the future artistic genius of Renaissance Italy.
  • Much of this tour will be dedicated to the majestic Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches applied by none other than Michaelangelo Buonarroti. You will hear the true life story of this fascinating yet tormented artist who considered himself a sculptor and not a painter yet dedicated countless years of his life painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet high. Learn of the physical and psychological damage inflicted on the artist as your guide helps you to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art. 
  • After ample time gazing up at the world’s most famous ceiling, choose whether to exit the museums or remain inside to explore some of the remaining 1400 galleries of art at your own pace.
  • Skip the line with priority fast track entrance and stroll through the former Papal residences with an expert guide who will point out major works of art dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome and explain the role these ancient pieces played in inspiring the future artistic genius of Renaissance Italy. 
  • Much of this tour is dedicated to the majestic Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches applied by none other than Michaelangelo Buonarroti. Hear the true life story of this fascinating yet tormented artist who considered himself a sculptor and not a painter yet dedicated countless years of his life painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet high. Learn of the physical and psychological stress inflicted on the artist as your guide helps you to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art. 
  • After taking in the world’s most famous ceiling, choose whether to exit the museums or remain inside to explore at your own pace. 

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Version 1 – November 08, 2022 06:57

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Short Description
  • Skip the line with priority fast track entrance and stroll through the former Papal residences with an expert guide who will point out major works of art dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome and explain the role these ancient pieces played in inspiring the future artistic genius of Renaissance Italy. 
  • Much of this tour is dedicated to the majestic Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches applied by none other than Michaelangelo Buonarroti. Hear the true life story of this fascinating yet tormented artist who considered himself a sculptor and not a painter yet dedicated countless years of his life painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet high. Learn of the physical and psychological stress inflicted on the artist as your guide helps you to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art. 
  • After taking in the world’s most famous ceiling, choose whether to exit the museums or remain inside to explore at your own pace. 
  • Skip the line with priority fast track entrance and stroll through the former Papal residences with an expert guide who will point out major works of art dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome and explain the role these ancient pieces played in inspiring the future artistic genius of Renaissance Italy.
  • Much of this tour is dedicated to the majestic Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches applied by none other than Michaelangelo Buonarroti. Hear the true life story of this fascinating yet tormented artist who considered himself a sculptor and not a painter yet dedicated countless years of his life painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet high. Learn of the physical and psychological stress inflicted on the artist as your guide helps you to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art.
  • After taking in the world’s most famous ceiling, choose whether to exit the museums or remain inside to explore at your own pace.
Additional Info
  • Not wheelchair accessible, A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements, On days immediately surrounding religious holidays at the Vatican, alterations to tours may become necessary due to partial closings of areas normally included in this tour, Maximum 20 travelers on this tour, hand sanitizer made available (we will provide), mandatory mask-wearing on the tour (bring your own)
  • Not wheelchair accessible, A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements, On days immediately surrounding religious holidays at the Vatican, alterations to tours may become necessary due to partial closings of areas normally included in this tour, Maximum 20 travelers on this tour, hand sanitizer made available (we will provide), mandatory mask-wearing on the tour (bring your own)
Tier labels
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Tier ages
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  • adult:
  • from: '18'
  • to: '99'
  • child:
  • from: '6'
  • to: '17'
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  • infant:
  • from: '0'
  • to: '5'
  • child:
  • from: '6'
  • to: '17'
  • adult:
  • from: '18'
  • to: '99'
Health
  • We take the necessary post-coronavirus precautions on all our tours. This tour is checked several times daily for health and hygiene compliance and maintenance of secure operational standards.
  • We take the necessary post-coronavirus precautions on all our tours. This tour is checked several times daily for health and hygiene compliance and maintenance of secure operational standards.
Cancellation notes
  • Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund
  • Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
  • Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund
  • Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Name
  • Best of the Vatican: Fast Track Highlights
  • The Original Vatican Highlights Experience