Discover the treasures of the Vatican on this skip-the-line access tour. Your guide will reveal a world of secrets and intrigue as they take you around the Museums, the Raphael's Rooms and the Sistine Chapel.
Your guide will take you to admire the best of the papal collections. Wander through the Gallery of the Candelabra, Gallery of Maps, Gallery of Tapestries, and the Courtyard of the Pinecone. See works by the most renowned artists of their times, from Raphael to Rodin. Discover one of the most important collections of Roman portrait busts, with over a thousand pieces on show in the Chiaramonte Museum.
Marvel at the incomparable decoration of the Sistine Chapel. Michelangelo’s frescoes, some of the most famous in the world, are the largest ever painted by one man and are truly testament to his incredible talent.
Public transportation options are available nearby. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. On Wednesdays, Easter, Christmas and other religious holidays and feasts, Saint Peter’s Basilica will be closed. In that case, a three-hour tour will be offered inside the Vatican Museums.. Please note- the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica maintains a strict dress code year-round. All visitors must have their shoulders covered and pants/skirts must come to the knee. Please wear comfortable shoes.. The Vatican and St. Peter’s Basilica have strict security restrictions. Due to metal detectors at the entrances of most attractions, It is forbidden to bring the following: Sharp objects, aerosol, bike, bag packs etc.. All students should have their student identity card in order to get the discount for the admission fee. Pets are not allowed. St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel close without notice on rare occasions; if this happens, your guide will take you to tour the Vatican Museums and/or the Sistine Chapel/St Peter's Basilica/Raphael Rooms instead. Individuals with Disabilities MUST NOTE it on their booking.
Please arrive 25 minutes before the tour's departure time, inside Tours About Office.