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Enter the Vatican Museums in a small group with timed entry and discover one of the world’s most important art collections, avoiding the busiest hours. With a licensed expert guide, you will follow a carefully planned route with clear explanations and a relaxed pace.
Your visit includes highlights such as the Pio Clementino Museum, the Upper Galleries and the Raphael Rooms, where you can admire masterpieces like The School of Athens. The tour continues into the Sistine Chapel, where you will experience Michelangelo’s ceiling and The Last Judgment.
From the Museums, your guide will accompany you to St. Peter’s Basilica. Inside, you will explore at your own pace and admire works such as Bernini’s Baldachin and Michelangelo’s Pietà.
Please arrive 15 minutes early and dress appropriately. Full names are required 72 hours in advance to guarantee Basilica access.
PLEASE NOTE: On Wednesdays no Basilica access due to Papal Audience. It may also close without notice for religious events.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Coffee Bar Paolo, very close to the entrance of the Vatican Museums .
Itinerary
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1Vatican Museums
Within the Vatican Museums you will visit the Pio Clementino Museum, Gallery of Candelabra, Gallery of Maps and Gallery of Tapestries
1 hour 50 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Stanze di Raffaello
The marvellous Raphael Rooms are part of this itinerary where you will be able to admire the well known The School of Athens
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Sistine Chapel
The guide will explain the Sistine Chapel before accessing the site as the silence is required in this holy place. You will finally see with your own eyes the Last Judgement and the Sistine Chapel ceiling, the masterpieces Michelangelo left as his inheritance to the whole humanity
20 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. 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
- On Wednesdays the access to the Basilica is not allowed due to the Pope's audience
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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