The Complete Vatican Tour With Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica

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Highlights

  • Skip-the-line access to Vatican Museums

  • Skip-the-Line access to Sistine Chapel

  • Fully guided tour inside the Vatican Museums

  • Access to St. Peter's Basilica (not on 4 & 4:15 pm tours)

  • Small group tour with 20 people for an intimate experience

  • Expert art historian guide

Summary

Skip the line on a guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica for a unique understanding of the history and world-class art collection of the Vatican.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
20
Pricing (From)
Adult (15+): (15-99 years)
€89.00
Child (2-14): (2-14 years)
€79.00
Infant (0-1): (0-1 years)
€0.00
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Commentary
English
Dropoff location

St. Peter's Basilica, Rome, Lazio, IT

Why take this tour?

Our Complete Vatican Tour gives you the best of the museum's collections and an in-depth understanding of the art, architecture, and history contained within the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel. The specially curated itinerary ensures that you see the most famous attractions as well as lesser-known gems in just over 3 hours. With skip-the-line tickets to both the Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica there is no quicker or more accessible way to see the best of the Vatican.
Prefer a laid-back afternoon experience? Book the Vatican Museums Tour with Sistine Chapel at 4 pm or 4:15 pm for a relaxed visit after the crowds have left for the day (St. Peter's Basilica not included).

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What’s included?

  • Guided tour of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica

  • Local English-speaking guide

  • Skip-the-line ticket for Vatican Museums

  • Skip-the-line ticket for St. Peter's Basilica (not included in tours starting at 4 pm or 4:15 pm)

  • Headset

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

  • Lunch

Things to know

Before you book

  • The tour is in English.

  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.

  • The special access passage between the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and is subject to other unexpected closures during special celebrations/festivities, including the Easter ceremonies. On such days we will instead explore the magnificent Pinacoteca Gallery.

  • All guests (including children) must bring ID on the day of their tour.

  • Due to the religious nature of the Vatican, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.

  • Please note: starting December 2024, access to St. Peter's Basilica may be limited due to the Vatican's Jubilee Year 2025, which includes special events and ceremonies. These closures are determined by the Vatican and are beyond our control. Thank you for your understanding.

  • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

Before you go

  • Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.

  • All guests (including children) must bring ID on the day of their tour.

  • All guests must pass through security. For useful information/restrictions about your tour in the Vatican Museum, visit https://m.museivaticani.va/content/museivaticani-mobile/en/visita-i-musei/consigli-utili.html

  • Only small backpacks and handbags are allowed inside the Vatican Museums. Storage is available but please note you must return (about a 20-minute walk) to the entrance to pick up your items at the end of the tour.

  • Due to the religious nature of the Vatican, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.

  • No photography or filming is permitted in the Sistine Chapel.

  • The special access passage between the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and is subject to other unexpected closures during special celebrations/festivities, including the Easter ceremonies. On such days we will instead explore the magnificent Pinacoteca Gallery.

  • Please note: starting December 2024, access to St. Peter's Basilica may be limited due to the Vatican's Jubilee Year 2025, which includes special events and ceremonies. These closures are determined by the Vatican and are beyond our control. Thank you for your understanding.

  • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.

  • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.

Redemption information

    Mobile tickets will be accepted
    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

Pricing

THE COMPLETE VATICAN TOUR PRICING VALID FROM NOVEMBER 1ST 2024 UNTIL MARCH 31ST 2025 EXCEPT JANUARY 7TH-FEBRUARY 28TH

Adult (15+): (15-99 years)
€99.00
Child (2-14): (2-14 years)
€89.00
Infant (0-1): (0-1 years)
€0.00

THE COMPLETE VATICAN TOUR PRICING VALID FROM JANUARY 7TH, 2025 UNTIL FEBRUARY 28TH, 2025

Adult (15+): (15-99 years)
€89.00
Child (2-14): (2-14 years)
€79.00
Infant (0-1): (0-1 years)
€0.00

THE COMPLETE VATICAN TOUR PRICING VALID FROM JUNE 10TH 2024

Adult (15+): (15-99 years)
€109.00
Child (2-14): (2-14 years)
€99.00
Infant (0-1): (0-1 years)
€0.00
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Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.

In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.

Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...

Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.

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