Skip the line Tour Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel in Rome

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

You’ll swiftly enter the Vatican Museums, saving precious time. These hallowed halls once served exclusively for the Pope’s enjoyment. Enjoy Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes, Botticelli’s works, Ghirlandaio’s , Pinturicchio’s colors, and Perugino’s sublime compositions. Traverse through the Raphael’s Rooms, a series of 4 interconnected chambers adorned with exquisite paintings by Raphael. Each room tells a unique story, revealing the Renaissance spirit. As you approach the Sistine Chapel, prepare to be spellbound. Its celestial beauty, with Michelangelo’s frescoes adorning the ceiling and the altar wall. Look up at the mesmerizing “Last Judgment” and ponder the intricate scenes from Genesis, including the iconic “Creation of Adam”. At the end, your guide will accompany you through a door to St. Peter's Basilica, where you can admire Michelangelo's famous
work, "La Pietà

What's Included

Headphones (from 9 people)
3 hours professional guide
Vatican Museums entrance fee
Pickup hotel and Drop-off hotel

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Cantina del Duca

Here you will meet your guide and then proceed on foot to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. The walk takes approximately 4–5 minutes.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Vatican Museums

    Discover the Vatican Museums, a treasure trove of artistic and cultural heritage nestled within the heart of Vatican City. This half-day tour offers an unforgettable exploration of approximately 2,000 rooms, spanning nearly 9 miles (15 km) of awe-inspiring galleries and corridors.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Sistine Chapel

    As you approach the Sistine Chapel, prepare to be spellbound. Its celestial beauty, with Michelangelo’s frescoes adorning the ceiling and the altar wall, transcends mere art. Look up at the mesmerizing “Last Judgment” and ponder the intricate scenes from Genesis, including the iconic “Creation of Adam”. The Sistine Chapel a sanctuary where history, faith, and artistic brilliance converge. The hallowed air resonates with centuries of devotion and inspiration.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    St. Peter's Basilica

    At the end, your guide will accompany you through a door to St. Peter's Basilica, where you can admire Michelangelo's famous work, "La Pietà," created when he was still a teenager. St. Peter's Basilica is the largest church in Rome, with a capacity of 60,000 people, 25,000 square meters, 800 columns, 400 statues, 11 domes, 44 altars, and 136 mosaics.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The itinerary inside the Vatican museums may vary based on attendance and Vatican provisions
  • The entrance to the Vatican Museums requires appropriate clothing: shorts, miniskirts and uncovered shoulders are not allowed
  • Departure: Daily except Sunday, March 19, May 1, June 29, December 25 - 26 - 31, January 1 and Religious Holidays
  • Minimum Number of 2 people is required on each booking
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