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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
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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
No Basilica: St. Peter's Basilica entrance not included
VIP German Guided Tour: VIP German Guided Tour (Maximum 15 Pax)
VIP Spanish Guided Tour: VIP Spanish Guided Tour (Maximum 15 Pax)
VIP French Guided Tour: VIP French Guided Tour (Maximum 15 Pax)
VIP English Guided Tour: VIP English Guided Tour (Maximum 15 Pax)
3,798 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Kayla M,
Jun 2, 2025
- Viator
While it was nice to skip the initial ticket line, there were still plenty of lines we had to cue through. The tour guide Josephine was constantly yelling at us to stay close and we felt very gaslit the entire time as she would tell us to move after telling us to stop or then sped away and if we were a few paces behind she would yell at us like school children. We didn’t spend great money to be treated like children. The tour was very rushed and chaotic. Honestly would have preferred to just wait in line and go at our own pace without being chastised.
Lenore G,
Jun 2, 2025
- Viator
Our tour guide Tia was fantastic! Knew the history of the Sistine Chapel and helped everyone navigate the crowds.
Catherine S,
Jun 1, 2025
- Viator
We were so glad we booked this tour. Our guide Maggie had great knowledge, personality and influence to navigate our friendly group, through lots of crowds which was invaluable. It's so important to have the option of skip the line, when visiting the Vatican, due to the large crowds. On the morning of our tour St. Peter's Basilica was closed. This was not a problem and our tour was re- scheduled for later in the day. Anna Maria was our guide for the second part of the tour. She also proved to be resourceful at getting through crowds and had very good knowledge about the Basilica. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and made some great new aqaintainces and adopted some young solo travellers from the USA.
Kathlynn K,
May 31, 2025
- Viator
Terrible experience. We thought we were getting a tour of St Peter's but only walked through the museum with 1,000s of people.
Mike S,
May 31, 2025
- Viator
My rating is not really fair to Viator because our Uber driver canceled on us 30 minutes after the appointed pick up time and we were unable to do the tour or cancel it.
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