Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peters Basilica Guided Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Skip the lines to the the Vatican Museums, discover history, artifacts and papal treasures at the galleries and you will arrive at the Sistine Chapel, with Michelangelo's Last Judgment. Explore an iconic landmark like no other in this city full of them!
Visit the Basilica of San Pietro with our top-rated guide, who will tell you about the history and birth of the largest Basilica in the world. Admire works such as the Pietà by Michelangelo and the majestic Baldacchino by Bernini.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive on time. Latecomers will neither be accommodated nor refunded.
Certain areas of the attractions may be closed due to religious events or national holidays.
The capacity regulations and security checks may delay your visit.
The service provider is not liable for cancelations and changes due to unfavorable weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances.
The exact times of your visit may be subject to changes.
Large bags, backpacks and suitcases are not allowed. Only small bags are allowed. The attractions do not have cloakrooms.
Please bring a valid photo ID as proof of age for children 18 years and below.
Even if your ticket is a Skip the Line ticket, due to the mandatory security checks conducted by the museum security you may face a minor setback of 20 - 30 minutes
The Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica maintains a strict dress code year-round. All visitors must have their shoulders covered and pants/skirts must come to the knee.
It is not permitted to pass from the Sistine Chapel to St. Peter’s Basilica with strollers; therefore, they must be left at the free storage service provided by the Vatican Museums.
Please be aware that some sections may close without prior notice due to religious celebrations or Vatican events. Should this occur, we will do our utmost to adapt the itinerary and offer alternative areas to ensure the best possible experience.
This activity is not recommended for participants with reduced mobility and wheelchair users.
Please inform us if a member of your party has a disability or disability card
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Vatican Museums
Visit to one of the most famous museums in the world, go behind-the-scenes at the Vatican Museums. Your guide will share their knowledge as you explore this incredible site - its history, architecture, and artworks.
Sistine Chapel
Get an up-close look at Michelangelo’s famed artwork in the Sistine Chapel, home to some of history’s greatest masterpieces, including The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment.
What‘s Included
Children have to have their ID with them as proof of age to be presented upon entry to the museums.
Top-rated guides
Guided Tour Of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Headsets provided exclusively by the Vatican to hear the guide clearly
Priority access ticket to the Vatican Museums
Some areas may close without notice due to Vatican events; we will adjust plans offer alternatives
Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica
Lunch
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation
Access to the dome is not included
Options
Spanish Basilica Museums
Portuguese Basilica Museums
Russian Basilica Museums
English Basilica Museums
Reviews
197 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great guide. I feel like...
Barrett B,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great guide. I feel like we got a semester of art history. A very open and transparent reflection of the history of the Vatican and church.
Amazing Vatican experience
Mary W,,Feb 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00So worth the money to have a professional tour guide to see the Vatican, St Peter’s Basilica, and Sistine chapel. It was truly breathtaking and an amazing experience. It was a small group tour that made the experience very enjoyable. Plus skipping the line sure saved time. What an amazing day to see the Holy City in Person and walk through the holy door during Jubilee.
Great tour
Edward F,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The Vatican Tour is amazing and the Tour Guide brought the history and artefacts vividly to life Highly recommended
Very knowledgeable and...
Patrick M,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very knowledgeable and informative tour guide. Kept the group moving to insure we saw everything as advertised.
It was incredibly...
Lara H,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was incredibly informative! As a history and construction nerd, I loved learning the timelines and significance behind the construction and artistic wonders we were seeing. The experience truly brought everything to life. Would recommend tour with Juliana anytime!!
Rome with a guide
VickiAnn L,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A really lovely tour with an experienced guide. Despite the weather being so hot and the city crowded, the tour guide was just great. Navigated it all despite how busy it was. Definitely recommend the tour.
Tour operator doesn’t keep schedule commitments
james d,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Tour operator canceled and rescheduled twice, causing inconvenience to rearrange other activities. ..
Comprehensive tour of...
Ann M,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Comprehensive tour of Vatican museums, Sistine chapel and St Peter's with a competent, knowledgable tour guide, Donatella.
Great tour!
Melissa S,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great tour. She was very knowledgeable and even though it was so crowded she made sure we were all aware and able to hear her. I would do a tour with her again.
Definitely worth the experience
Jane S,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Another great experience. The host was fun, the lines went super quick, she kept the group together, we got great seats. Nothing to worry about and kept everything exciting.
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