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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Imagine yourself wandering through the Vatican Museums, a treasure chest overflowing with art and history that whispers stories across centuries.
Within the Vatican Museums, lose yourself in the Renaissance perfection of Raphael's Rooms, frescoes so stunning they'll leave you breathless. Encounter iconic sculptures like Laocoön and His Sons, a dramatic scene from Greek mythology that will stir your emotions. Travel back in time within the Gallery of Maps, a cartographic masterpiece that unveils the world as it was once perceived. Throughout your exploration, your guide will weave captivating tales, revealing the lives of the Popes who commissioned these works, the artistic movements that shaped them, and the hidden symbolism embedded within each piece.
Step into the Sistine Chapel and prepare to be awestruck. Gaze upwards at Michelangelo's breathtaking ceiling frescoes, a testament to artistic genius that will leave you speechless.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All visitors must have their shoulders and knees covered to enter the Sistine Chapel
This tour is NOT wheelchair accessible
During a Papal transition, the Sistine Chapel may close without notice for the Papal Conclave. Access is not guaranteed, and no refunds will be issued for closures.
Due to uneven surfaces and numerous stairs within the Museums, this tour is not suitable for wheelchair users. Please contact us to discuss accessible tour options or alternative arrangements
Free admission with a certified disability card of 74% or higher. Companions for non-self-sufficient visitors also enter for free. Please notify the tour provider at booking
All visitors must have their shoulders and knees covered to enter the Museums
During busy periods, increased visitor numbers may lead to longer wait times for security checks and the mandatory collection of Vatican headsets
Please note that the tickets for this tour is from the queue and not skip the line
Due to the rules inside the Sistine Chapel, guides are not permitted to speak. As a result, the guide will provide an explanation of the Sistine Chapel's significance and its artwork while the group is in the queue to enter the Vatican Museums. The guide will still accompany you inside the Sistine Chapel, but no further commentary can be given once inside.
During a Papal transition, the Sistine Chapel may close without notice for the Papal Conclave. Access is not guaranteed, and no refunds will be issued for closures.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Entry to the Vatican Museums from the standard queue
Entry to Sistine Chapel
Food and beverage
Gratuities
Pickup service
Skip-the-Line. The tickets are from the standard queue
Vatican Museums
Unveiling the Vatican Museums! Explore a treasure trove of art and history, from Renaissance masterpieces by Raphael to iconic sculptures like Laocoön and His Sons. Your guide unlocks hidden stories, bringing the Vatican's artistic legacy to life.
Sistine Chapel
Step into the Sistine Chapel and be awestruck by Michelangelo's breathtaking ceiling frescoes. Your guide will reveal the hidden symbolism and artistic genius behind this iconic masterpiece.
Duration: 2 hours: Please note that the tickets for this tour is from the queue and not skip the line
Guided tour of the Vatican : Entry is from the regular queue, it does NOT include skip-the-line
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
NICOLASGUSTAVO S,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
Manuel, our Cuban guide, was very good! But I wouldn't do it again without priority entry! We were informed that admission would take approximately 40’, but we were more than an hour and a half to enter! And that is that we chose without priority access, because we wanted to tour in Spanish... and it was what we got (and bought in time). Yes, I would again, NOT without priority access!
Xavier B,
Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
Awesome!, carlos made us understand and feel perfectly how things were in other times. Very recomendable
Rachel S,
Jun 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
Our guide was so engaging with stories and information that even waiting in line was fun! Amazing when your guide is so knowledgeable and passionate about everything. One of the best guides and tours we have experienced. Top quality and a 10 out of 10.
Nicole D,
Jul 8, 2024
- Review from Viator
This tour was fantastic! It met our expectations, thanks also to the passionate and kind guide. Five stars!
569rafidm,
Jul 6, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
The experience was flawless. Recommended. Carlos was memorable, also get the entrance in basilica even if it was not included
C1288HSklausb,
Jul 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Seriously, the way the guide brought the whole place to life - the stories behind the art, the hidden details you'd miss on your own - it felt like we were on some secret Vatican adventure. Plus, they made sure we skipped all those crazy long lines, which was a lifesaver in that Roman heat!
583ezekielr,
Jul 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Let me start by saying absolutely wow! My recent Vatican tour with Wanderwise was an experience that will stay with me forever. From the very beginning, the organization was flawless. Booking the tour was a breeze, and all the information I needed was clear and readily available. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
dviruega,
Jun 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
The activity has not been carried out. Wanderwise does not buy tickets in advance, and they do not guarantee that you will be able to enter. After more than half an hour of queuing, we are told that the doors have closed and that the visit will not take place.
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