Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
See the highlights of Vatican City with an expert guide, visiting the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel. Head inside the world’s largest collection of private art with an expert guide, and see for yourself why the Vatican is a mecca for millions of travelers. Explore intriguing sites and then visit the Sistine Chapel to see incredible frescoes by Michelangelo.
Continue your tour as you enter St. Peter’s Basilica with priority access. Admire even more Renaissance masterpieces inside the beautiful church as you appreciate Michelangelo’s ‘Pietà’ and Bernini’s altar covering. Rub the toes of the statue of St. Peter for the chance to receive some good luck!
Before you start, our multilingual staff will welcome you to our fully equipped, air-conditioned offices.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All visitors must pass through metal detectors at the security check point. Please expect to wait 20-30 minutes to clear security
Luggage storage NOT available
We are sorry to inform you that this tour is NOT wheelchair accessible. Vatican Museums provide wheelchairs free of charge in the main lobby. You can easily pick one up after you enter, before starting your own independent visit. If you are looking for a guided tour with wheelchair access, we recommend booking our private tours so a guide can lead you through the alternate routes
All students should have their student identity card in order to get the discount for the admission fee.
Pets are NOT allowed
St. Peter's Basilica is closed during the following times: Wednesdays: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM, December 24 and 31 During these times, the tour will visit other parts of the museums
St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel close without notice on rare occasions; if this happens, your guide will take you to tour the Vatican Museums and/or the Sistine Chapel/St Peter's Basilica/Raphael Rooms instead
Individuals with Disabilities MUST NOTE it on their booking.
What To Expect
Vatican Museums
Visit the renowned Vatican Museums, home to an unparalleled collection of art, including works by Caravaggio, Raphael and many others, all of which will be brought to life by an expert guide. You will also see and incredible array of statues, artifacts, and of course, frescoes.isit to the renowned Vatican Museums, home to an unparalleled collection of art, including works by Caravaggio, Raphael and many others, all of which will be brought to life by an expert guide. You will also see and incredible array of statues, artifacts, and of course, frescoes.
Sistine Chapel
In the Sistine Chapel you will have the chance to admire Michelangelo’s astonishing work, the entire ceiling and the Last Judgment, and then again in St Peter’s Basilica where his beautiful Pietà is kept
Options
Vatican Italian Tour
Vatican French Tour
Vatican English Tour
Vatican Spanish Tour
Vatican German Tour
What‘s Included
Headsets to hear your guide better (Tours over 10 persons)
Welcoming staff at comfortable office
Fast track entrance tickets
Free Wi-Fi & Recharging station at the meeting point
Gratuities/Tips
Hotel pickup and drop-off
St. Peter's Basilica is closed Wednesdays: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
8,936 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museum Tour
Paradise54510168125,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Rudy looked out for everyone in the group, very attentive and when beyond. Do wish there was a little more time in the museum but had a lot of time in Sistine Chapel which was great.
Absolutely breathtaking
roselL4806ZV,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was amazing and beautiful and our guide Roodie was very knowledgeable
Knowledgeable and sympathetic guide
Nomad40237828297,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Marco was a funny sympathetic guide. On a hot day like this, it was appreciated to skip all the lines, especially when traveling with a 10, 14 and 16 year old.
Excellent Vatican tour!
radhikas177,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Laura A. Tour guide was fantastic, very well informed, keeping the group's interest with details. When asked specific questions outside of the regular guide verbiage, Laura was willing to provide enlightening information, eg. about the ceiling of the three corridors on the way to Sistine Chapel. Thank you also to the Tour Officials who made us feel welcome. Pro tip: use the restroom and WiFi at the Tour Office.
Great tour
Sightseer16542310545,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent guide, loved the tour
An Amazing Experience Thanks to Laura A
Candicep2108,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Laura A was an exceptional guide. She is truly passionate about what she does, and her enthusiasm made the entire tour engaging from start to finish. She has a warm, pleasant voice and an impressive depth of knowledge, explaining everything clearly and with great insight. The three-hour tour flew by—I honestly didn’t notice the time passing. She was also very thoughtful and attentive to the group’s needs throughout the visit. I highly recommend Laura to anyone visiting the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Thank you for such a wonderful experience!
Unforgettable tour!
V5349OBaldoc,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00EElisabeth's deep knowledge made her an excellent tour guide, and we felt truly fortunate to be part of her group.
Overall Fine
568amitj,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Elizabeth was a good guide. She detailed everything well. I learned a lot today.
Enjoyed every moment of the tour!
mdrescek,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great guide Laura A. Just fabulous!
Nothing special
A9538DSpietrod,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent, I would recommend it to friends.
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