Vatican Museums Guided Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Skip-the-line access to Vatican Museums
- Explore the Sistine Chapel's masterpieces
- Visit St. Peter's Basilica
- Learn from expert English-speaking guides
- Experience Vatican's rich art and history
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Skip-the-line access to Vatican Museums
- Guided tour of Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Food and beverages
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; consider this if you prefer a different language.
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas; be prepared to follow guidelines.
- The tour may not be suitable for those with mobility issues due to the extensive walking involved.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking and standing for extended periods.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Ensure your attire is respectful of religious sites; shoulders and knees should be covered.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- If you purchase a reduced ticket and you are not under 16 years old or a student under 26 years old with a valid STUDENT PHOTO ID, the Vatican will deny your entry and you will not be able to visit the Vatican or join the tour.
- All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
- Knees & Shoulders MUST be covered for both men & women.
- Some monuments or areas may be under restoration and subject to last minute closures. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- It is not possible to contact guides when they are inside the Vatican museums, it is the clients responsibility to stay with the guided tour group, if you lose your guide inside the Vatican, there is nothing we can do in this case.
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
- St. Peter's Basilica is subject to last minute closures for religous events, and the Papal audience on some Wednesday and Saturday mornings. In the event that it is closed if you have selected the option to visit St. Peter's Basilica you will have an extended tour of the Vatican museums. The Basilica is free to enter and we do not have any control in the event of these closures it is not possible to provide a refund under these circumstances.
Traveler reviews
Great Tour
It was a great tour experience. Guide was very organized and extremely knowledgeable. Our only suggestion would be a different headset. They were over the ear style which don't really work well when wearing glasses. They kept slipping off. It was a minor issue and did take away from the excellent experience
Our tour was absolutely...
Our tour was absolutely amazing! Our guide was knowledgeable, engaging, and made the experience both fun and informative. We learned so much throughout the tour while enjoying the incredible beauty of the area. It was a memorable experience, and I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore and appreciate everything it has to offer.
Making the most of 1 day in Rome
Cruise ship docked in at 7 AM. We hired a car to drive us in to Rome, which gave us a few hours in the city and a few hours at Vatican City. Because of the tightness of our time schedule we booked this tour. It was excellent value for money and it enriched our experience immensely. Maggie, our tour guide, was an absolute delight: Engaging, knowledgable and personable. She hit all the highlights and added commentary as we went through. Highly recommend.
Great Tour of Vatican
I had a wonderful tour of the Vatican, the Sistine chapel and Saint Peter‘s Basilica and it all went very smoothly very fast and I enjoyed the experience. I had compared the pricing to other tour companies and while this ticket was a little bit more expensive I felt more assured there would be less hiccups, and that was true. Tour guide was great spoke great English and was friendly. Bring a water bottle with you when you come.
Great Experience
Exceptional experience. Our tour guide Deborah was delightful woth such great insite and charisma. She made sure kids had upfront views of all the statues, paintings, etc. She had a great rapport with the Vatican Staff which made for a stress free visit. Would highly recommend due to her attention to detail, information, care for attendees and demeanor.