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Version 15 – April 28, 2025 12:59

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Version 14 – April 18, 2025 09:03

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Know Before You Go
  • dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered, 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, passports are not required for entry to the vatican museums, tour departs rain or shine

Version 13 – April 02, 2025 15:37

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Short Description
  • Join your expert guide by the Vatican Museum entrance and gain immediate access to what many consider the world’s most prized art collection. 
  • Your guide, familiar with every corner of the museums, will efficiently navigate through the more than 1,200 artworks. The tour while highlighting the Raphael Rooms, the classical Greek and Roman sculptures in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps and keeping the focus on the main attraction: the Sistine Chapel. 
  • As you walk through the former papal residences, your guide will identify important artworks dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome, explaining how these classical pieces influenced the artistic brilliance of Renaissance Italy. 
  • A substantial portion of this tour focuses on the magnificent Sistine Chapel, covering everything from its initial commission to the final details added by Michaelangelo Buonarroti himself. You’ll discover the authentic story of this remarkable yet troubled artist, who identified as a sculptor rather than a painter, yet devoted years painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet above. Understand the physical and mental toll this project took on the artist as your guide helps separate mythology, historical facts, and Hollywood dramatizations about this legendary artistic achievement.
  • Join your expert guide by the Vatican Museum entrance and gain immediate access to what many consider the world’s most prized art collection.
  • Your guide, familiar with every corner of the museums, will efficiently navigate through the more than 1,200 galleries~~. The tour focuses~~ while highlighting the Raphael Rooms, the classical Greek and Roman sculptures in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps and keeping the focus on the main attraction: the Sistine Chapel.
  • As you walk through the former papal residences, your guide will identify important artworks dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome, explaining how these classical pieces influenced the artistic brilliance of Renaissance Italy.
  • A substantial portion of this tour focuses on the magnificent Sistine Chapel, covering everything from its initial commission to the final details added by Michaelangelo Buonarroti himself. You’ll discover the authentic story of this remarkable yet troubled artist, who identified as a sculptor rather than a painter, yet devoted years painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet above. Understand the physical and mental toll this project took on the artist as your guide helps separate mythology, historical facts, and Hollywood dramatizations about this legendary artistic achievement.

Version 12 – April 02, 2025 15:34

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Highlights
  • experience michelangelo's extraordinary frescoes in the sistine chapel, highly-rated guides make this our most cost-effective tour option, priority access to the vatican museums without waiting in line, skip-the-line entry and a streamlined tour schedule allows additional time for exploring rome
  • experience michelangelo's extraordinary frescoes in the sistine chapel up close, highly-rated guides make this our most cost-effective tour option, priority access to the vatican museums without waiting in line, skip-the-line entry and a compact tour schedule allows additional time for rome exploration
Included
  • access to the raphael rooms and sistine chapel, comprehensive guided vatican museums experience with an expert vatican tour guide, skip the entrance queue at the vatican and move ahead of other visitors, visit to the belvedere courtyard and greek and roman sculpture collections
  • access to the raphael rooms and sistine chapel, comprehensive guided vatican museums experience with an expert vatican tour guide, skip all queues at the vatican and move ahead of other visitors, visit to the belvedere courtyard and greek and roman sculpture collections
Excluded
  • access to st. peter's basilica, food and drinks, gratuities, hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • food and drinks, gratuities, hotel pick-up and drop-off

Version 11 – April 02, 2025 15:33

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Short Description
  • Join your expert guide by the Vatican Museum entrance and gain immediate access to what many consider the world’s most prized art collection.
  • Your guide, familiar with every corner of the museums, will efficiently navigate through the more than 1,200 galleries~~. The tour focuses~~ while highlighting the Raphael Rooms, the classical Greek and Roman sculptures in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps and keeping the focus on the main attraction: the Sistine Chapel.
  • As you walk through the former papal residences, your guide will identify important artworks dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome, explaining how these classical pieces influenced the artistic brilliance of Renaissance Italy.
  • A substantial portion of this tour focuses on the magnificent Sistine Chapel, covering everything from its initial commission to the final details added by Michaelangelo Buonarroti himself. You’ll discover the authentic story of this remarkable yet troubled artist, who identified as a sculptor rather than a painter, yet devoted years painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet above. Understand the physical and mental toll this project took on the artist as your guide helps separate mythology, historical facts, and Hollywood dramatizations about this legendary artistic achievement.
  • Join your knowledgeable guide at the Vatican Museum entrance for immediate access to what many consider the world's most significant art collection.
  • Your guide, familiar with every corner of the museums, will efficiently lead you through the more than 1,200 galleries. The tour focuses on the Raphael Rooms, the classical Greek and Roman sculptures in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps, while keeping on schedule toward the main attraction: the Sistine Chapel.
  • As you walk through the former papal residences, your guide will identify important artworks dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome, explaining how these classical pieces influenced the artistic brilliance of Renaissance Italy.
  • A substantial portion of this tour focuses on the magnificent Sistine Chapel, covering everything from its initial commission to the final details added by Michaelangelo Buonarroti himself. You'll discover the authentic story of this remarkable yet troubled artist, who identified as a sculptor rather than a painter, yet devoted years painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet above. Understand the physical and mental toll this project took on the artist as your guide helps separate mythology, historical facts, and Hollywood dramatizations about this legendary artistic achievement.

Version 10 – April 01, 2025 14:41

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  • 72

Version 9 – April 01, 2025 10:11

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Short Description
  • Join your knowledgeable guide at the Vatican Museum entrance for immediate access to what many consider the world's most significant art collection.
  • Your guide, familiar with every corner of the museums, will efficiently lead you through the more than 1,200 galleries. The tour focuses on the Raphael Rooms, the classical Greek and Roman sculptures in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps, while keeping on schedule toward the main attraction: the Sistine Chapel.
  • As you walk through the former papal residences, your guide will identify important artworks dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome, explaining how these classical pieces influenced the artistic brilliance of Renaissance Italy.
  • A substantial portion of this tour focuses on the magnificent Sistine Chapel, covering everything from its initial commission to the final details added by Michaelangelo Buonarroti himself. You'll discover the authentic story of this remarkable yet troubled artist, who identified as a sculptor rather than a painter, yet devoted years painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet above. Understand the physical and mental toll this project took on the artist as your guide helps separate mythology, historical facts, and Hollywood dramatizations about this legendary artistic achievement.
  • Join your knowledgeable guide at the Vatican Museum entrance for immediate access to what many consider the world's most significant art collection.
  •  Your guide, familiar with every corner of the museums, will efficiently lead you through the more than 1,200 galleries. The tour focuses on the Raphael Rooms, the classical Greek and Roman sculptures in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps, while keeping on schedule toward the main attraction: the Sistine Chapel.
  •  As you walk through the former papal residences, your guide will identify important artworks dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome, explaining how these classical pieces influenced the artistic brilliance of Renaissance Italy.
  •  A substantial portion of this tour focuses on the magnificent Sistine Chapel, covering everything from its initial commission to the final details added by Michaelangelo Buonarroti himself. You'll discover the authentic story of this remarkable yet troubled artist, who identified as a sculptor rather than a painter, yet devoted years painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet above. Understand the physical and mental toll this project took on the artist as your guide helps separate mythology, historical facts, and Hollywood dramatizations about this legendary artistic achievement.
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Version 8 – March 31, 2025 15:25

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Short Description
  • Join your knowledgeable guide at the Vatican Museum entrance for immediate access to what many consider the world's most significant art collection.
  •  Your guide, familiar with every corner of the museums, will efficiently lead you through the more than 1,200 galleries. The tour focuses on the Raphael Rooms, the classical Greek and Roman sculptures in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps, while keeping on schedule toward the main attraction: the Sistine Chapel.
  •  As you walk through the former papal residences, your guide will identify important artworks dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome, explaining how these classical pieces influenced the artistic brilliance of Renaissance Italy.
  •  A substantial portion of this tour focuses on the magnificent Sistine Chapel, covering everything from its initial commission to the final details added by Michaelangelo Buonarroti himself. You'll discover the authentic story of this remarkable yet troubled artist, who identified as a sculptor rather than a painter, yet devoted years painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet above. Understand the physical and mental toll this project took on the artist as your guide helps separate mythology, historical facts, and Hollywood dramatizations about this legendary artistic achievement.
  • Join your knowledgeable guide at the Vatican Museum entrance for immediate access to what many consider the world's most significant art collection.
  •  Your guide, familiar with every corner of the museums, will efficiently lead you through the more than 1,200 galleries. The tour focuses on the Raphael Rooms, the classical Greek and Roman sculptures in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps, while keeping on schedule toward the main attraction: the Sistine Chapel.
  •  As you walk through the former papal residences, your guide will identify important artworks dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome, explaining how these classical pieces influenced the artistic brilliance of Renaissance Italy.
  •  A substantial portion of this tour focuses on the magnificent Sistine Chapel, covering everything from its initial commission to the final details added by Michaelangelo Buonarroti himself. You'll discover the authentic story of this remarkable yet troubled artist, who identified as a sculptor rather than a painter, yet devoted years painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet above. Understand the physical and mental toll this project took on the artist as your guide helps separate mythology, historical facts, and Hollywood dramatizations about this legendary artistic achievement.
  •  After spending sufficient time admiring the world's most celebrated ceiling, you can either use your priority access to St. Peter's Basilica or stay within the museums to explore some of the remaining 1,400 galleries at your leisure.

Version 7 – March 31, 2025 15:23

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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 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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  • 24

Version 6 – March 31, 2025 15:22

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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
  • 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

Version 5 – March 31, 2025 10:33

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  • 72

Version 4 – March 31, 2025 10:08

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Short Description
  • Join your knowledgeable guide at the Vatican Museum entrance for immediate access to what many consider the world's most significant art collection.
  •  Your guide, familiar with every corner of the museums, will efficiently lead you through the more than 1,200 galleries. The tour focuses on the Raphael Rooms, the classical Greek and Roman sculptures in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps, while keeping on schedule toward the main attraction: the Sistine Chapel.
  •  As you walk through the former papal residences, your guide will identify important artworks dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome, explaining how these classical pieces influenced the artistic brilliance of Renaissance Italy.
  •  A substantial portion of this tour focuses on the magnificent Sistine Chapel, covering everything from its initial commission to the final details added by Michaelangelo Buonarroti himself. You'll discover the authentic story of this remarkable yet troubled artist, who identified as a sculptor rather than a painter, yet devoted years painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet above. Understand the physical and mental toll this project took on the artist as your guide helps separate mythology, historical facts, and Hollywood dramatizations about this legendary artistic achievement.
  •  After spending sufficient time admiring the world's most celebrated ceiling, you can either use your priority access to St. Peter's Basilica or stay within the museums to explore some of the remaining 1,400 galleries at your leisure.
  • Join your knowledgeable guide at the Vatican Museum entrance for immediate access to what many consider the world's most significant art collection.
  • Your guide, familiar with every corner of the museums, will efficiently lead you through the more than 1,200 galleries. The tour focuses on the Raphael Rooms, the classical Greek and Roman sculptures in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps, while keeping on schedule toward the main attraction: the Sistine Chapel.
  • As you walk through the former papal residences, your guide will identify important artworks dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome, explaining how these classical pieces influenced the artistic brilliance of Renaissance Italy.
  • A substantial portion of this tour focuses on the magnificent Sistine Chapel, covering everything from its initial commission to the final details added by Michaelangelo Buonarroti himself. You'll discover the authentic story of this remarkable yet troubled artist, who identified as a sculptor rather than a painter, yet devoted years painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet above. Understand the physical and mental toll this project took on the artist as your guide helps separate mythology, historical facts, and Hollywood dramatizations about this legendary artistic achievement.
  • After spending sufficient time admiring the world's most celebrated ceiling, you can either use your priority access to St. Peter's Basilica or stay within the museums to explore some of the remaining 1,400 galleries at your leisure.
Booking cutoff
  • 24
  • 0
Know Before You Go
  • dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered, passports are not required for entry to the vatican museums, 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
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 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
  • 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
Cancellation cutoff
  • 72
  • 24

Version 3 – March 31, 2025 10:08

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Short Description
  • Join your knowledgeable guide at the Vatican Museum entrance for immediate access to what many consider the world's most significant art collection.
  • Your guide, familiar with every corner of the museums, will efficiently lead you through the more than 1,200 galleries. The tour focuses on the Raphael Rooms, the classical Greek and Roman sculptures in the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of Maps, while keeping on schedule toward the main attraction: the Sistine Chapel.
  • As you walk through the former papal residences, your guide will identify important artworks dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome, explaining how these classical pieces influenced the artistic brilliance of Renaissance Italy.
  • A substantial portion of this tour focuses on the magnificent Sistine Chapel, covering everything from its initial commission to the final details added by Michaelangelo Buonarroti himself. You'll discover the authentic story of this remarkable yet troubled artist, who identified as a sculptor rather than a painter, yet devoted years painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet above. Understand the physical and mental toll this project took on the artist as your guide helps separate mythology, historical facts, and Hollywood dramatizations about this legendary artistic achievement.
  • After spending sufficient time admiring the world's most celebrated ceiling, you can either use your priority access to St. Peter's Basilica or stay within the museums to explore some of the remaining 1,400 galleries at your leisure.
  • 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.
Highlights
  • experience michelangelo's extraordinary frescoes in the sistine chapel up close, highly-rated guides make this our most cost-effective tour option, priority access to the vatican museums without waiting in line, skip-the-line entry and a compact tour schedule allows additional time for rome exploration
  • 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
Included
  • access to the raphael rooms and sistine chapel, comprehensive guided vatican museums experience with an expert vatican tour guide, skip all queues at the vatican and move ahead of other visitors, visit to the belvedere courtyard and greek and roman sculpture collections
  • 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

Version 2 – March 31, 2025 10:07

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  • Vatican Museums: Fast Track Guided Tour
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Version 1 – March 31, 2025 10:06

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