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Skip the Line Vatican, Sistine Chapel and Basilica Guided Tour

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Overview

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English
Italian
French
Spanish

2 hours 30 minutes

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Skip the line, avoid the long queues and explore the Vatican's exceptional collections and the magnificent Sistine Chapel with an expert guide in an intimate group. This extensive and exclusive tour is designed for those eager to experience everything the Vatican has to offer.

The Vatican Museums are home to an expansive array of art, featuring stunning sculptures, frescoes, and architectural masterpieces that together form an unparalleled collection found nowhere else in the world.

Admire the incredible sculptures, tapestries, paintings, and architectural works of Renaissance masters such as Bramante, Bernini, Perugino, Botticelli, D’Antonio, Rosselli, Signorelli, Della Gatta, Ghirlandaio, Raphael, and of course Michelangelo.

-TOURS WITH ST.PETERS BASILICA LAST APPROXIMATELY 2.5 HOURS

-IF ST.PETER'S BASILICA IS CLOSED ON THE DAY OF YOUR VISIT THERE WILL BE AN EXTENDED TOUR OF THE VATICAN MUSEUMS

-TOURS NOT INCLUDING ST.PETERS BASILICA LAST APPROXIMATELY 2 HOURS

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.

Due to the Jubilee, some monuments or areas may be under restoration and subject to last minute closures. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.

If you purchase a reduced ticket and you are not under 16 years old or a student under 26 years old with a valid student photo ID, the Vatican will deny your entry and you will not be able to visit the Vatican or join the tour.

Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women to enter the Sistine Chapel.

Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair. Please be aware that large oversized bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction.

It is not possible to contact guides when they are inside the Vatican museums, it is the clients responsibility to stay with the guided tour group, if you lose your guide inside the Vatican, there is nothing we can do in this case.

St. Peter's Basilica is subject to last minute closures for religous events, and the Papal audience on some Wednesday and Saturday mornings. In the event that it is closed if you have selected the option to visit St. Peter's Basilica you will have an extended tour of the Vatican museums. The Basilica is free to enter and we do not have any control in the event of these closures it is not possible to provide a refund under these circumstances.

Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

St. Peter's Basilica if open on the day of your tour (if option selected)

Small Group Tour Experience with Expert Official Licensed Vatican Guide

Skip The Line Priority Access Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tickets

Location Pick Up & Drop Off

Scavi / Necropolis

St Peter’s Basilica is subject to last-minute closures for religious ceremonies, with no warning

What To Expect

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Vatican Museums

Explore the Vatican Museums with an Expert Guide, visit the highlights of the incredible collections comprised of a colossal 20,000 works on display, over 4 miles of Art, Sculptures, Tapestries, Paintings and Architecture. Belvedere Courtyard Pinecone Courtyard Pio Clementino Museum Octagonal Courtyard Sala Degli Animali Sala Delle Muse Sala Rotonda Sala A Croce Greca Gallery of the Candelabra Gallery of Tapestries Gallery of Maps

1 hour 45 minutes•Admission Included
2

Sistine Chapel

Marvel at the incredible Sistine Chapel, an impressive sanctuary that boasts works of art by master painters like Perugino, Pinturicchio, Ghirlandaio, Rosselli, Botticelli, Signorelli, della Gatta and, of course, Michelangelo. See the world famous frescoes stretch magnificently across the ceiling with the renowned Creation of Adam as the central focus and the majestic Last Judgement upon the rear wall, offering a visual spectacle that encapsulates the divine. Sistine Chapel Frescoes Cosmati Floor Mosaic Forseen conception of Jesus Christ Pagan Sibyls / Icons Prophet depictions Creation of Adam The Last Judgement Sacrifice of Jesus Christ Greek Mythology Styx

15 minutes•Admission Included

Options

FRE - VATICAN TOUR + BASILICA

VIP French Guided Tour: VIP French Guided Tour (Maximum 15 Pax)

GER - VATICAN TOUR + BASILICA

VIP German Guided Tour: VIP German Guided Tour (Maximum 15 Pax)

SPA - VATICAN TOUR + BASILICA

VIP Spanish Guided Tour: VIP Spanish Guided Tour (Maximum 15 Pax)

English Tour (NO BASILICA)

No Basilica: St. Peter's Basilica entrance not included

ENG - VATICAN TOUR + BASILICA

VIP English Guided Tour: VIP English Guided Tour (Maximum 15 Pax)

Reviews

4.64

3,850 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • An unbelieable experience

    Paul T,

    Jun 23, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our English guide Deny was fantastic! She was a great story teller and was incredibly knowledgeable!

  • Maggie our tour guide was...

    Barbara G,

    Jun 22, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    Maggie our tour guide was lovely and very knowledgeable. Please know there is a short walk from the office to the vatican and then based on the season a long line. But Maggie gave interesting history of the Vatican along the way. Overall the tour was wonderful, just very rushed. There were many other things we would have liked to see or take pictures of, but the tour group kept moving. I don’t know if that is a Vatican requirement or the company choice, but even just extending by a half hour would make a big difference if that is possible. I would definitely recommend this company and ask for Maggie if possible.

  • Great tour

    Lawra h,

    Jun 21, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    Great experience Tour guide very knowledgeable and gave us very valuable information It was really fun

  • Christina is the best!

    Angie C,

    Jun 19, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Christina with Mata tours was awesome!! I highly recommend her. She is super knowledgeable and knows how to get you to through all the crowds in the Vacitan. They break you up into small groups so it's easier to stay together.

  • An educational walk through the Vatican

    Cherylene M,

    Jun 19, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The tour took about 3 hours. Be prepared to walk! Maggie was entertaining and very knowledgeable. Some areas were closed but not the fault of our tour guide.

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