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Semi-Private Vatican Museums Tour with Sistine Chapel

Free cancellation
Place: Rome
Duration: 3 hours
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted

Do this because

  • Take the chance to see ancient sculptures including Laocoon and Belvedere Torso
  • Get the most out of the Vatican with skip-the-lines access
  • Marvel at the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel
  • Marvel at Michelangelo’s frescoes in the Sistine Chapel and Raphael’s frescoes in the Raphael Rooms.

What to expect

If you're looking to experience the best of the Vatican Museums but don't have all day, then this expertly crafted tour is the perfect choice.

You'll discover the highlights of this incredible museum, including Michelangelo's awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel frescoes and Raphael's iconic School of Athens. You'll see how these two artists drew inspiration from ancient masterpieces like the Laocoon and the Belvedere Torso. After your tour, your guide will escort you to the entrance of St. Peter’s Basilica where you can marvel at Bernini’s incredible bronze baldachin and Michelangelo’s moving Pietà in the world’s most impressive church, on your own accord.

Your knowledgeable guide will give you fascinating anecdotes about the Catholic faith's mother church.

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Important to know

Not allowed:

  • Large bags, backpacks, tripods and large umbrellas cannot be brought into the museums. These items will have to be left at the museum coat check and retrieved after your visit. It would be best to leave such items at your hotel

Know in advance:

  • Please note that the Raphael Rooms are part of this 3-hour itinerary; please notice that due to crowding, timing and direction flows of crowd traffic dictated by the Vatican Museum staff on the day of the tour, the tour operator may not be able to make this stop within the designated time frame
  • To obtain the student discount, you must show a valid student ID must on the day of the tour. If a student does not have a valid student ID, they may be charged a new full ticket price by the Museums, which must be paid on the day of the tour
  • Please inform if any travellers have mobility concerns so that the tour operator can best accommodate you
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • Please note that the Vatican Museums provide free entrance for visitors who are (according to the requirements stated by the Vatican City) at least 74% disabled by presenting the appropriate certification and, if one needs assistance by another person, that person also receives a free entrance. Please inform your local tour operators when booking if you fit into these requirements, and they will remove the pricing of the entry tickets from the price of the tour
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What’s included

Expert English-speaking guide

Entrance fees

Guided tour

Headsets (to hear the guide)

Skip-the-line tickets

What’s not included

Food and drinks

Transportation

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Viale Giulio Cesare 237, 00192 Rome, Italy

Meeting point:

You will meet your guide at the flower stand located on Viale Giulio Cesare. They will have a Through Eternity sign or flag.

Provider

Through Eternity

Need a hand?

Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.

Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET

Phone number: +1 208-744-6464