Small-Group Tour of Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel

Highlights

Avoid hours-long entrance lines on a Vatican Museums tour in Rome
View Vatican’s Sistine Chapel and other must-sees, plus St. Peter’s Church
Learn about the art and treasures from a guide, via crystal-clear headsets
Choice of departures for flexibility

Summary

Book your preferred option and greet your guide near the Vatican. Bypass long lines with your skip-the-line tickets, wasting none of your precious sightseeing time. Once inside, don your headsets and stay close to your guide, as you view the highlights of the collections, gathered by generations of cardinals and popes. Experience must-sees, such as Bramante’s Belvedere courtyard, the Laocoon sculpture, the Raphael Rooms, the Hall of Tapestries and Gallery of Maps, and the sarcophagi of Emperor Constantine’s family. Hear the stories behind each artwork and build a picture of the 2,000 years of history the museums encapsulate. Next, enter the Sistine Chapel to see Michelangelo’s frescoes, including 'The Last Judgment,' before enjoying direct entry into St. Peter’s Basilica. Admire the interior, including Bernini's altar canopy, Baldachin, with important background provided by your guide. Your tour ends here, leaving you to explore independently, if you wish.

Tour info

Duration

3 hours

Why take this tour?

Visiting Rome’s must-sees can often involve long waits that erode your valuable vacation time. This small-group tour provides fast-track entry into the Vatican Museums, where lines can leave you waiting up to four hours. See highlights, including the Raphael Rooms and Sistine Chapel, and walk directly into St. Peter’s Basilica, all without the bustle of a large group. Plus, wear a headset to hear your guide clearly. A choice of departure times allows for a flexible schedule.

What’s included?

Skip-the-line admission
Full tour from an expert guide
Small-group tour of max 10
Headsets for groups of 6 or more
Languages: English
Entry/Admission - Vatican Museums
Entry/Admission - Sistine Chapel
Gratuities (optional)
Hotel pick-up and return
Food and drink

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 3h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Roma Experience Tours

About operator:

We at Roma Experience hand pick our guides for their passion, knowledge and friendliness and we make a point of pride to deliver outstanding personalized customer service. Skip-the-Line tickets are always included in the price so that you don't have to worry about anything. We would be honored to have you on our tours.