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Explore one of Christianity’s holiest sites on this guided walking tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Begin by visiting iconic spaces such as the Pine Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, Gallery of Maps, Candelabra Gallery, Pio-Clementino Rooms, Tapestry Gallery, and the Sistine Chapel. Your expert guide will lead you through both famous attractions and hidden gems often missed by other visitors, including various galleries within the Vatican corridors. The tour concludes with a visit to Michelangelo’s Pietà inside St. Peter’s Basilica before returning to the Sistine Chapel.
✔ Fast-track access to Vatican top attractions
✔ Visit Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
✔ See masterpieces by Michelangelo and Raphael
✔ Explore Pio Clementine Museum and Belvedere Courtyard
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.
Itinerary
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Via Germanico, 8 (Pass by)
Meet your guide at Via Germanico 8 for check-in and a brief tour introduction before entering the Vatican Museums.
Admission ticket free -
1Vatican Museums
Start your journey through one of the world’s greatest art collections, exploring halls filled with masterpieces from centuries of history.
40 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Museo Pio Clementino
See iconic sculptures such as Laocoön and His Sons and Apollo Belvedere, highlights of classical art and Renaissance rediscovery.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3
Enjoy Bramante’s elegant Renaissance courtyard linking the Vatican Palace to ancient sculpture spaces with beautiful open-air views.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Galleria dei Candelabri
Walk through this richly decorated gallery of ancient statues, marble columns, and ornate candelabra showcasing papal grandeur.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Gallery of Tapestries
Admire detailed Flemish tapestries created from Raphael’s designs, illustrating biblical scenes with extraordinary craftsmanship.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6Gallery of Maps
Stroll along 16th-century frescoed maps of Italy, celebrated for their artistic detail and historical significance.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
7Sistine Chapel
Experience Michelangelo’s masterpieces — The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment — inside this sacred, world-famous chapel.
35 minutes • Admission ticket included -
8Saint Peter’s Basilica
Explore the basilica (if this option is selected) and admire its stunning interior, with the option to climb the Dome (extra cost) for breathtaking panoramic views of Vatican City and Rome.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Saint Peter’s Basilica (Pass by)
Your tour concludes near Basilica di San Pietro.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pets, shorts, weapons or sharp objects, short skirts, and sleeveless shirts are not allowed.
- St. Peter's Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 AM to 12 PM. During these times, the tour will visit other parts of the Vatican Museums.
- St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel may close without prior notice; if this occurs, your guide will adjust the itinerary to explore other areas of the museums.
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Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pets, shorts, weapons or sharp objects, short skirts, and sleeveless shirts are not allowed.
- St. Peter's Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 AM to 12 PM. During these times, the tour will visit other parts of the Vatican Museums.
- St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel may close without prior notice; if this occurs, your guide will adjust the itinerary to explore other areas of the museums.
- Tour meeting times are subject to change. If any adjustments occur, guests will be notified in advance by phone call or message from the activity provider.
- Meeting times may change—if so, you will be notified by phone or message.
- Late arrivals are not refundable.
- Please inform us of any disabilities or special health needs when booking.
- Compulsory Vatican dress code: Visitors must wear clothing that covers their knees, arms, and back.
- Please wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a lot of walking.
- All visitors are required to pass through airport-style security, and during the high season, wait times may be up to 30 minutes.
- Normally, travellers receive the final voucher 3–5 days before the tour date. It includes the exact meeting point and important instructions.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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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