Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica Guided Group Tour

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Overview

Available languages

Portuguese
English
Italian
French
Spanish

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Your Tour Guide will make sure you don't miss out the highlights and also receive the right information making your visit informative. Discover the amazing art pieces collected by the popes throughout the years including Laocoön and His Sons, Apollo Belvedere, and Belvedere Torso. Your journey will then continue towards the by passing though the breathtaking galleries.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please be aware that access to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica is subject to Vatican regulations and ceremonies. The Vatican Museums or the Basilica may decide to close these sites on short notice due to official events or religious proceedings. In the event of any unexpected developments, we are unable to foresee or control these closures in advance. However, your ticket will still grant you access to the Vatican Museums.

Visitors with a certified disability of more than 76% do not require a ticket.

It is not possible to join the tour with a stroller unless it is foldable.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Headsets to listen clearly

Licensed Tour Guide

St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour ( if option selected )

Skip-the-line entrance tickets

What To Expect

1

Vatican Museums

Begin your journey by meeting your expert Tour Guide, who will provide skip-the-line admission tickets and headsets for clear communication. As you step into the Vatican Museums, immerse yourself in the rich history and artistic treasures within. Explore iconic highlights such as the serene Pinecone Courtyard, the ancient sculptures of the Pio-Clementino Museum, and the mesmerizing art within the Vatican Galleries. Your guide will share fascinating stories about the collections, bringing each masterpiece to life. Be prepared to marvel at centuries of art, culture, and history that make the Vatican Museums a world-renowned destination.

2 hours • Admission Included
2

Sistine Chapel

The tour continues with a visit to the Sistine Chapel, one of the most celebrated landmarks in the world. Before entering this sacred space, your guide will explain the fascinating history behind Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes, including the breathtaking Creation of Adam and the powerful Last Judgment. Learn about the artistic challenges Michelangelo faced and the enduring significance of his work. Please note that as the chapel is a holy place, explanations are given outside to maintain the quiet and reverence required inside. Witness firsthand why millions are drawn here every year.

20 minutes • Admission Included

Options

ENG. Vatican & Basilica Tour

Museums, Chapel, Basilica Tour: 3-hour guided tour; Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica with an expert guide, skipping the lines.

FRA. Vatican Tour–No Basilica

Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour: 2.5-hour Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with expert guide, skip the line. This opt. does not include St. Peter’s Basilica

ENG. Vatican Tour-No Basilica

Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour: 2.5-hour Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with expert guide, skip the line. This opt. does not include St. Peter’s Basilica

ESP. Vatican Tour-No Basilica

Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour: 2.5-hour Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with expert guide, skip the line. This opt. does not include St. Peter’s Basilica

ITA. Vatican & Basilica Tour

Museums, Chapel, Basilica Tour: 3-hour guided tour; Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica with an expert guide, skipping the lines.

FRA. Vatican & Basilica Tour

Museums, Chapel, Basilica Tour: 3-hour guided tour; Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica with an expert guide, skipping the lines.

ITA. Vatican Tour-No Basilica

Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour: 2.5-hour Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with expert guide, skip the line. This opt. does not include St. Peter’s Basilica

PORT. Vatican Tour-No Basilica

Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour: 2.5-hour Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with expert guide, skip the line. This opt. does not include St. Peter’s Basilica

ESP. Vatican & Basilica Tour

Museums, Chapel, Basilica Tour: 3-hour guided tour; Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica with an expert guide, skipping the lines.

PORT. Vatican & Basilica Tour

Museums, Chapel, Basilica Tour: 3-hour guided tour; Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica with an expert guide, skipping the lines.

Reviews

4.68

556 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Outstanding

    James S,

    Nov 29, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We really enjoyed our visit. Jad was excellent - very personable and fun. He shared his knowledge with appropriate humor, considering the venues. We also want to send our regards to Jad’s mom, who Jad says reads all favorable comments.

  • Brilliant tour of the Vatican

    Stewgans 11,

    Nov 29, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Great pace and level of information, really liked the Sistine chapel photos shown before going in. Our guide Jay was brilliant.

  • Best tour guide in Vatican & Sistine chapel!

    Explore29966971069,

    Nov 27, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Best tour guide (Nadya)! I work in the industry myself and I see a lot of tour guides but she was one of the best I’ve came across. She covers a lot of topics in a quick manner. Her group is her focus and making sure you get through the crowds. 5 stars nadya!

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  • Great way to see the Vatican especially if short on time.

    davidcallais,

    Nov 23, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    4.00

    Nice tour that hit most of the highlights. A few audio problems with the guide but was resolved mid tour. Overall a good experience.

  • Best Guided Tour with Inside Out Italy!

    Mobile796572,

    Nov 21, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    The best guided tour I’ve done. Julia was funny even though some didn’t get her jokes. I had a great experience and the tour was great. I would definitely recommend her as the English translator for the tour. Not only was she very knowledgeable but she is also from Rome and knows her history! 5 out of 5 by far!

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  • Vatican museum, Sistine Chapel

    Henry L,

    Nov 21, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Booking a guided tour of the Vatican Museums was the best decision we made in Rome. The museums are vast and overwhelming on your own, but our guide brought the art and history to life with fascinating stories and insights. Instead of just walking past masterpieces, we understood their context, symbolism, and the personalities behind them. Highlights included the Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps and the Sistine Chapel. Our tour guide Fred was very knowledgeable and experienced.

  • Lots of Sights and Lots of Information

    Marci S,

    Nov 20, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    The tour was very thorough with lots of art and history. We welcomed the extra time given to wander areas for a few minutes before continuing on. Having that extra time in the Sistine Chapel was welcomed.

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  • Knowledge guide, but poor communication system, and too focused.

    G9432KLstever,

    Nov 20, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    3.00

    Our guide was very knowledgeable and gave us loads of information about Michelangelo. However, he was hard to understand because he spoke extremely fast and the receivers and ear buds were of poor quality. In our traveling group of eight, seven understood just a fraction of the info and one lucky guy understood about 3/4 of it. We would have fared much better on our own with the freedom to explore a larger variety of museum objects.

  • Excellent tour guide

    Sharon N,

    Nov 18, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Nadya was a superb guide! So very knowledgeable and thorough with her tour! Easy location to find and efficient! I would definitely recommend

  • Informative Tour with Humor

    Ningvan W,

    Nov 18, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Our tour guide spoke excellent English and added a great sense of humor throughout the experience. I gained far more insights this time compared to the tour I joined two years ago through a cruise ship. On top of that, this option is much more affordable—even when factoring in transportation from the port. I highly recommend this tour to anyone planning to visit the Vatican Museum.

From €79.00

4.68
556 reviews

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