Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Skip-the-line access to Vatican Museums
- Guided tour of Sistine Chapel
- Visit to St. Peter's Basilica
- Explore Raphael Rooms
- Admire Michelangelo's frescoes
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Skip-the-line access to Vatican Museums
- Guided tour of Sistine Chapel
- Visit to St. Peter's Basilica
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you understand the language for a full experience.
- Photography is allowed in most areas; however, flash photography is prohibited in certain sections.
- Large bags and backpacks are not permitted; consider bringing a small bag or backpack.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking and standing.
- Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
- Ensure your attire is respectful; shoulders and knees should be covered when entering religious sites.
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
- Unforeseen events= The Vatican is its own country and therefore the Pope can decide also last minute to close St. Peter’s Basilica for ad hoc events. It is a very rare event during the year but it is possibile and we will do our best to inform you. If it is too late to inform you, our guide will extend the tour in the Vatican. Not to worry that the incredibile collection of Vatican Museums and the masterpiece of Michelagelo in the Sistine Chapel will still be included.
- Most of our tours include the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. However, there are two specific options with different inclusions. You will find below:
- Museums & SISTINE CHAPEL Tour – Includes the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel but does NOT include St. Peter’s Basilica.
- ST.PETER'S BASILICA TOUR – Includes St. Peter’s Basilica but does NOT include the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
Traveler reviews
A Must See in Rome
The Vatican is a beautiful place with tapestries, artifacts, statues, etc. I especially enjoyed the paintings by Michelangelo on the ceilings. The tour included the Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel all worthwhile seeing.
Good tour…
Our tour guide was knowledgeable and kind. He was old but did a good job explaining everything to us and that we appreciate. The Vatican was impressive.
Vatican visit.
Very knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide.
Worth it!
Giada is fantastic! Recommend the tour. It was very busy and very hot so make sure you stock up on water and be prepared for that. Worth it just to skip the line but Giada was super informative, great tour guide, learned so much I would never have known. Thanks Giada ❤️
The Vatican in the Sistine Chapel tour
Francesca was the best! She was so knowledgeable about everything. Even though it was crowded, she was able to guide everybody safely and have a really enjoyable experience at the same time.