Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel Tour with access to St Peter
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Skip the long lines and step straight into the wonders of the Vatican with exclusive skip-the-line access! Immerse yourself in the breathtaking Vatican Museums, where every corner is a masterpiece. Your expert-guided itinerary highlights the most significant treasures, ensuring you experience the very best.
Next, enter the legendary Sistine Chapel and gaze in awe at Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes, including the mesmerizing *Last Judgment*. Witness this world-famous masterpiece up close—an unforgettable experience.
Finally, admire the stunning Raphael Rooms, a jewel of the Italian Renaissance. Get access to explore St. Peter’s Basilica, the largest church on Earth.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A copy of your Passport, ID or Driving license is required to visit the Vatican State
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before Tour Start Time
Please cover between your shoulders and knees to be allowed inside the Vatican
Please note that St. Peter's Basilica can be closed last minute for private services, in such cases the guide will take you to Rafael Rooms
Wheelchairs and strollers are not allowed
TOP VIP Group Tours are small group of Max 12 visitors
VIP Group Tours are small group of Max 20 visitors
For information or assistance to reach the meeting point please contact us directly on our phone number
This tour does not include climbing the Dome
We Highly recommend to avoid street vendors around the Vatican Area as they may give you incorrect information
Please don't go directly to The Vatican Museums Entrance without our Guide
Security Controls and Tickets scanning can require up to 30 minutes before getting inside
Pets and dogs are not allowed
In the event of flight or train delays, strikes, or taxi no-shows, the activity cannot be rescheduled, and no refunds will be provided.
Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
Our guide will provide an introduction to St. Peter's Basilica, after which you can explore it at your own pace.
Not Wheelchair Accessible
Not suitable for persons with difficulties to move
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Vatican Museums
- Discover the Treasures of the Vatican Museums with a professional Art Historian. - Explore one of the most important collection of masterpieces and artifacts of all the world.
Stanze di Raffaello
Explore the mesmerizing Raphael Rooms with your guide
What‘s Included
Guided Tour of Rafael Rooms
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tour
Skip the Line tickets
Access to St. Peter's
St. Peter's Basilica is subject to last minute closure
Guided Tour inside the Basilica
Options
Spanish Group Tour No Basilica
Live Spanish Guide: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica
Inclusions and Exclusions: The tour will include the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour and Entry tickets. The Basilica is not included
Duration: 2 hours
Museums & Sistine Chapel Only: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica
Italian Group Tour No Basilica
Live Italian Tour Guide: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica
Inclusions and Exclusions: The tour will include the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour and Entry tickets. The Basilica is not included
Duration: 2 hours
Museums & Sistine Chapel Only: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica
VIP English Group Tour
VIP 20 visitors. Skip the lines & Enjoy Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica or Rafael Rooms Tour
VIP Live English Guide: VIP 20 visitors. Skip the lines & Enjoy Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica or Rafael Rooms Tour
Passport required: A copy of your Passport, ID or Driving license is required to visit the Vatican State
Duration: 3 hours
TOP VIP Vatican Tour
TOP VIP 12 visitors. Skip the lines & Enjoy Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica or Rafael Rooms Tour
TOP VIP Vatican Tour : TOP VIP Vatican Tour of max 12 visitors.
Passport required: A copy of your Passport, ID or Driving license is required to visit the Vatican State
Duration: 3 hours
French Group Tour No Basilica
Live French Tour Guide: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica
Inclusions and Exclusions: The tour will include the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour and Entry tickets. The Basilica is not included
Duration: 2 hours
Museums & Sistine Chapel Only: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica
English Group Tour No Basilica
Live English Tour Guide: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica
Inclusions and Exclusions: The tour will include the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour and Entry tickets. The Basilica is not included
Duration: 2 hours
Museums & Sistine Chapel Only: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica
German Group Tour. No Basilica
Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica
German Group Tour. No Basilica: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica
Inclusions and Exclusions: The tour will include the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour and Entry tickets. The Basilica is not included
Duration: 2 hours
German Group Tour. No Basilica
Reviews
3,141 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
not what we paid for
Wander699240,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00this was supposed to be a 3 hr tour with basilica access, no lines. we waited in line for 40 minutes, tour only lated an hour, no access to basilica. tried to complain and get a partial refund but never had a response. tour guide talked so fast and walked so fast the group could not keep up. tour was a waste of time and money and was super expensive.
Do not but unless you want to be scammed. Read other one star reviews, they are true.
Dredlin R,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Do not buy this tour. I feel scammed. Read all one star review. It is the first and only bad experience I have ever had with Viator, but this tour should be banned from the app. This happened to us March 13, 2026. We were a group of three. In summary, the same ticket you can buy for €40 per person, they sell it to you for almost double. They changed our time, which was scheduled in advance, the day before. I had to ask and insist on new tickets. They would still say there would be a “Tour of Rome” guide tour inside. That person never showed up. Save 50% by just not buying the tour.
Well-Organized & Knowledgeable, but Not Quite Kid-Friendly
Magdalena D,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We booked this 2-hour tour as a family with children (ages 8 and 12), thinking the shorter duration would be perfect for their attention spans. While the tour was exceptionally well-organized—with a clear meeting point and a much-appreciated skip-the-line entry—the delivery was a bit of a mismatch. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, but she spoke too quickly and delved into complex details that were difficult for the children to follow. It’s a great tour for history buffs, but could be adjusted to better engage the younger audience members who made up half our group.
Left us in the dust
Katie A,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00I travelled with my 73 year old mother and the tour guide completely left us in the dust and we could not keep up. We ended up finishing the tour on our own. I would not book this again very disappointed.
Disappointed
Jayne O,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00There is no skip the line pass, despite paying for it. We had to queue for nearly an hour and the museum was very crowded.
Felt cheated and taken advantage of
Brigitte S,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00The tour operator cancelled the guided tour two days before and only offered either a full refund or 15% Refund if they provided the skip the line only tickets to the vatican museum but not St. peter’s Basilica as originally included. Very disappointed in this company and would not use them again. We should receive a much larger refund for only getting tickets to the Vatican museum and Sistine Chapel
Crowded but AMAZING
Peggy F,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Be early and prepared for crowds. So many people but the guide and tour allowed us to pass 100’s of people
Guide provided valuable context
Dallas M,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.001. You'll never see everything. 2. Even in the off-off season (Jan), it's crowded. 3. Our guide, Claudia, was AMAZING. She figured out what we were interested in and helped focus our attention on those topics. She provided important highlights in Vatican history and answered random questions we had. 4. We cannot imagine doing this tour without a guide, and while an audioguide is better than nothing, having a personal guide was absolutely the right call. 5. Even if you're not Christian/Catholic, the Vatican is important to understanding European history. It's so worth the experience.
Booked this for my aunt...
ViktoriaMariae L,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Booked this for my aunt who is isn’t tech savvy. No need to worry as she was well taken cared of during the tour. She had a great connection with her tour guide and they even took photos together. She learned so much and was quite pleased after the tour saying she’s looking forward the trip even more because of the experience.
On the particular day we...
Natalie L,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00On the particular day we went, it was crowded, and the Sistine Chapel was closing early. Our guide, Claudia, did her best to get us through to see what we could among the swarms of people. It seemed impossible at first, but she was able to get us through!
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