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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Embark on an enchanting journey through the Vatican with our expert guide, immersing yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums. Let the rich history and stunning artwork come alive as your guide leads you through the labyrinthine halls, providing fascinating insights. Skip the lines to explore captivating spaces like the Gallery of the Maps. Stand in the iconic Sistine Chapel, captivated by the masterpiece 'The Creation of Adam' by Michelangelo. Conclude your unforgettable tour with a visit to the majestic St. Peter's Basilica.
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
Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women to enter to the venues
Only small bags are allowed in the venue
Saint Peter’s Basilica is subject to last-minute closures for religious ceremonies. When this occurs, we're happy to offer customers an extended tour of the Vatican Museums. While we endeavour to tell tour groups ahead of time if there are any planned disruptions to the Basilica's opening hours, this is not always possible and in these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts.
On Wednesdays, due to the Papal Audiences, access to St Peter's Basilica is not possible until 1pm
Please note all participant names and date of birth are required at the time of booking in order to join this tour. If we do not receive this information, we will cancel the booking. Every customer is required to carry a valid ID that matches the name on the ticket, or an entry will be refused. Name changes are not permitted once the booking is confirmed.
Please be advised that this tour option is non-refundable, with no cancellations or date changes allowed due to pre-purchased tickets. It is mandatory to bring a valid ID or Passport for security checks, and entry will not be granted without proper documentation.
The Evening Tour option does not include the access to St Peter's Basilica and consists of a 2-hour guided tour of the Vatican Museums.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Audio headsets so you can always hear your guide
Reserved Access to the Vatican Museums
Group of 20 people or less
Skip-the-Line Access to St. Peter’s Basilica [Except for Evening Tour Option]
Access to the Sistine Chapel
All entrance & reservation fees
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Vatican City
Gain exclusive access to the UNESCO-listed Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica with this small-group tour of 20 people or less, experience the renowned sites in the best conditions with your expert guide.
Vatican Museums
Stroll through rooms like the Gallery of Maps, with its golden, vaulted ceiling and the stunning Sistine Chapel, considered to be the Pope’s home chapel, with Michelangelo’s Creation of Adam and The Last Judgement. On your early-access tour, you’ll find the galleries to be considerably quieter than they would be later in the day.
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica tour with English-speaking guide & small group of 20 people or less.
Tour without St Peter's Access: Choose this option to visit the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel once the crowds have left! It doesn't include St Peter's.
3,416 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Karen B,
Sep 28, 2025
- Viator
Mary spoke perfect English and was very knowledgeable, thoughtful and personable! Very interesting! 😍
Mona A,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
Mary was very informative and did a great job. She was very detailed about the Vatican ans Sistine chapel.
KrysAnn S,
Sep 24, 2025
- Viator
The basilica was canceled on us because the pope was doing a pilgrims mass. The museums were interested but our tour guide was a litttle long winded on many things losing our attention. Sistine chapel was amazing.
Deborah C,
Sep 21, 2025
- Viator
Stefanie was so knowledgeable and gave a great tour of the Vatican Museum and Peter's Basilica. Our group really enjoyed the experience and would highly recommend it.
Salvador G,
Sep 20, 2025
- Viator
I had a wonderful time with this tour. Our tour guide Alessandra helped us make it inside the Vatican as swift as possible considering how hectic the entrance can be. In this tour you’ll be able to take a shortcut to get you to the Sistine chapel and another for Saint Peter’s Basilica. It’s a nice detail considering how many people visit the Vatican everyday. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and patient with everyone. Highly recommend.
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