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3h30min

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Excursion

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Rome

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up to 24 hours prior to departure

The Vatican: Sistine Chapel & Museums

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4.5

Explore Vatican treasures with hotel pickup! Visit the Vatican Museums, and the Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line access

Highlights

* Skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
* Explore Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel frescoes
* Admire Raphael’s frescoes in the Vatican galleries
* Take a gorgeous picture of the worldwide famous St Peter’s Square
* Seamless hotel pickup is included for a stress-free experience

    included with

    * Reserved entrance tickets to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
    * Guided tour with professional commentary
    * Wireless audio headset for clear guidance
    * Hotel pickup service
    * Galleries of Maps and Tapestries, Raphael Rooms, Borgia apartments

      excluded by

      * Hotel drop off
      * Meals or drinks
      * Entrance to St Peter’s Basilica
      * Gratuities

        Essential Information

        * Languages: Guided tours are conducted in English or multilingual options based on availability.
        * Religious Holidays: Closed on Sundays and Vatican observances.
        * Dress Code: Sleeveless tops, shorts, and hats are prohibited in religious sites.
        * Accessibility: Not wheelchair accessible; some areas require moderate physical effort.
        * Cloakroom: Bags larger than 40x35x15 cm must be stored; large umbrellas, tripods, or signage are prohibited.
        * Security: Be prepared for heightened checks; guests with pacemakers must provide documentation to bypass metal detectors.
        * Jubilee Year Notice: Some areas may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies.

        Please note that if the Sistine Chapel is not accessible for reasons beyond our control, no partial refund will be provided

        Please ensure compliance with these guidelines to enjoy a seamless visit to the attractions.

          Itinerary

          Explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Square with an Expert Guide
          Tour Overview
          Discover the artistic and spiritual heart of Vatican City on this top-rated guided Vatican tour with hotel pickup included from your accommodation in central Rome. Skip the long entrance lines and enjoy direct access to some of the world’s most treasured masterpieces.

          What You’ll See
          * Vatican Museums (Skip-the-Line Access)
          * Avoid the long queues and step right into the Vatican Museums with your reserved entrance. Highlights include:
          * Pio Clementino Museum
          * Gallery of the Candelabra
          * Gallery of Tapestries
          * Gallery of Maps


          Raphael Rooms
          Admire the legendary Raphael Rooms, including the iconic School of Athens, a fresco that celebrates art, knowledge, and philosophy.


          Sistine Chapel
          Stand in awe beneath Michelangelo’s ceiling, featuring The Creation of Adam, and contemplate The Last Judgment, two of the greatest masterpieces in art history.


          St. Peter’s Square & Basilica (Exterior Explanation)
          Your guide will escort the group to St. Peter’s Square, offering a detailed overview of St. Peter’s Basilica from the outside. You’ll then have the option to leave the tour or enter the Basilica on your own (free access, no skip-the-line available) to visit Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s Baldachin among others.

          Disclaimer: Please note that during the Jubilee Year, some areas of the Vatican Museums or the Sistine Chapel may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies beyond our control. Thank you for understanding.

          Disclaimer: Please note that if the Sistine Chapel is not accessible for reasons beyond our control, no partial refund will be provided.
          * Hotel Pickup: Conveniently arranged from your accommodation in Rome.
          * Vatican Museums: Guided visit including the Pio Clementino Museum, Chandelier’s Gallery, Tapestries Gallery, and Raphael Rooms.
          * Sistine Chapel: Admire Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes and The Last Judgment.
          * St. Peter’s Square: your guide will be explaining the square and the Basilica from the outside, as the entrance ticket is not included.
          Duration: 3h30min 
          From  $203.60