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Semi-Private Vatican Museums Highlights and Sistine Chapel Tour

4.5(625 reviews)Rome, Italy
3hDurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupModerateLevel

About this experience

Join a small group of up to 10 guests for a tour of the Vatican Museums, led by an expert licensed guide. This semi-private experience allows you to bypass the general public lines, ensuring you have ample time to appreciate the art collection. You will visit significant areas such as the Pinecone Courtyard, Gallery of Maps, Gallery of Tapestries, and Candelabra Gallery, concluding with Raphael’s Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, famous for Michelangelo’s ceiling frescoes and The Last Judgment. The tour ends in front of St. Peter’s Basilica, where you can continue exploring on your own. This tour is suited for those who prefer a more intimate setting but may not be ideal for larger groups or those seeking a quick visit. Note that headsets are provided for clear audio during the commentary.

Itinerary

1

Vatican Museums

We tour the highlights of the Vatican Museums; the largest collection in the world.

2

Stanze di Raffaello

Enjoy the masterful works of Raphael

3

Sistine Chapel

Here we enjoy Michelangelo's amazing fresco's including the 'Creation of Man' on the ceiling and 'Last Judgment' on the alter wall.

4

St. Peter's Square

The tour will finish in St. Peter's Square, directly in front of St. Peter's Basilica where the guide will give you an introduction to the basilica from the outside.

What's included / not included

Professional guideEntrance feesAll Fees and TaxesRadio headsets (hear the guide clearly at all times)Guaranteed to skip the long linesSmall group of 10 people
Gratuities (optional)Food & Beverage

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Good to know

  • All youth under 18 years must present a valid ID and document with date of birth.
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No bare knees, no bare shoulders no bare stomachs. You are allowed to wear shorts, dress and skirts however the cloth must fall long enough to cover the ball of the knees and shoulders for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved.

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