Guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica

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(4.195 Reviews)

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Duration: 2 hrs 30 mins–3 hrs
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  • Guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica
  • Guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica

Experience Highlights

You’re planning your trip to Rome and, naturally, the Vatican is on your list of must-see attractions. But have you considered just how overwhelming it can be to explore such a vast complex of monuments? Don’t worry, we have the perfect solution! With this guided tour, you’ll be able to visit all the Vatican’s key attractions in the easiest and most comfortable way possible.

Imagine having an exclusive pass to discover all its secrets and iconic sites with an expert guide, guaranteeing your entry to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel; and if you’d like, you can add the option to include St Peter’s Basilica in the tour – something which, by the way, is highly recommended. Sounds good, doesn’t it?

Throughout the tour, you’ll be constantly amazed by everything you see.

  • Discover the unimaginable: what you’ll find in St Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums will exceed all your expectations.
  • No stress, no queuing: Say goodbye to long queues at the ticket office; with this guided tour, your entry is guaranteed.
  • An expert guide by your side: Don’t go in blind. Discover all the details and secrets of the Vatican with a true expert.
  • If you want to enjoy unforgettable views, you can choose the full option including a visit to St Peter’s Basilica

What’s included

  • Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel
  • Skip-the-line tickets for the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel
  • Guided tour of St Peter’s Basilica (if this option is selected)

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Step by Step

Would you like to feel like the protagonist of a Dan Brown novel whilst unravelling the mysteries of the Vatican? Now you can make it a reality with this guided tour of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Basilica. Forget the stress and rush of buying tickets on arrival and waiting for hours in queues at the ticket offices. Head straight to the pantheon of art!

From the very first step, an expert guide will take you on a journey through art history in small groups. You’ll wear headphones throughout the tour so you don’t miss a single detail of the Vatican’s best-kept secrets.

The tour begins at the Vatican Museums, a veritable labyrinth brimming with works of art. You’ll discover gems such as the sculpture of Laocoön and His Sons, and paintings by Caravaggio and Raphael, amongst many others. If you love art, you’ll feel like a child in a sweet shop – you won’t know where to look first!

Just when you think you’ve seen it all, the Sistine Chapel awaits. Michelangelo’s frescoes are a breathtaking visual experience, a direct connection to the grandeur of the Renaissance. Listen carefully to the guide – they have plenty to tell you here!

And there’s more: if you’d like, when you book you can include the option of a guided tour of St Peter’s Basilica, another must-see in Rome. You shouldn’t leave the Vatican without seeing the interior of the world’s largest Catholic church. And with an expert guide, all the better.

St Peter’s Basilica will take your breath away with its 193-metre length and 44.5-metre height. It’s bigger than a football pitch and as tall as a 10-storey building. Geniuses such as Raphael Sanzio, Michelangelo and Bernini left their mark here. Inside, wonders such as Michelangelo’s ‘Pietà’ and many more await you.

But no matter how much I tell you about it, nothing compares to experiencing it in person. Are you up for seeing it for yourself? Get ready for this total immersion in the art and history of the Vatican!

Reviews

4.6
· 4.195 Reviews
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    T.
    5
    The Sistine Chapel is a masterpiece that cannot be described in words.
  • D
    D.
    5
    An unforgettable experience that I recommend to all visitors to Rome.
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    C.
    4
    The tour combined history, culture and panoramic views.
  • A
    A.
    5
    It was exciting to be in St. Peter's Basilica.

Meeting point

  • The meeting point is the Crown Tours office at Via Mocenigo 15. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the start time.

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Other Things You Should Know

  • Groups will consist of around 20 people
  • You must arrive 30 minutes before the activity starts at the meeting point, where your guide will be waiting for you. The address and directions will be provided in your confirmation email.
  • Mandatory dress code: Shoulders and knees must be covered
  • St Peter’s Basilica is closed at the following times: Wednesdays: 8.00 am to 12.00 pm, 24 and 31 December. During these times, the tour will visit other parts of the museums.
  • St Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel are occasionally closed without prior notice. Should this happen, your guide will take you on a tour of the Vatican Museums and/or the Sistine Chapel/St Peter’s Basilica/Raphael’s Rooms. (No partial refund will be given.)
  • Proof of identity may be required on entry (particularly for guests under the age of 18). Entry cannot be guaranteed for guests who arrive without proof of identity.
  • Due to maintenance work in the Sistine Chapel, the view of the ‘Last Judgement’ may be temporarily affected.
  • Large bags and suitcases are not permitted. Lockers are available.
  • Photography and video recording are strictly prohibited inside the Sistine Chapel
  • Not suitable for people with reduced mobility or claustrophobia.
  • Activity not accessible to wheelchair users

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund
If you do not cancel 24 hours before the departure date, you will not receive a refund

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