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Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour | Group Tour

Rome, Italy
Skip the Line VIP Semi Private Tour Vatican Museum Sistine Chapel ans Saint Peters Basilica

From $142.64

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-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Take in the magnificence of the art works held at the Vatican with an art historian guiding you through its history and significance. This excursion keeps the group size limited to ensure you receive a more personalized experience versus the very large tours. This tour includes skip the line access to the Vatican museums, a guided look at the Sistine Chapel, and access to St. Peter’s Basilica to explore on your own.
  • Marvel at the masterpieces in the Vatican with an art historian
  • Skip the long lines with priority access admission
  • Each group is limited to 25 participants
  • Choose the tour time best suited to you. Tours last about three hours

What's Included

  • Local taxes
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Small group guaranteed
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Saint Peter Basilica's visit

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Via dei Gracchi, 17, 00192 Roma RM, Italy

    The meeting time is 20 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. Meet your guide inside the "Discovery live tours" agency

End point

  • 00120, Vatican City

What To Expect

Vatican City

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Vatican Museums

1 hour 50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Vatican Gardens (Pass By)

Galleria dei Candelabri

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Gallery of Tapestries

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Gallery of Maps

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Customers have a mandatory meeting time stated 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time due to managing and organizational reasons.If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and Vatican Museum. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • To get inside the Vatican Museum, we will use one group ticket. The Vatican Museum management does not distribute individual tickets to groups. For this reason we cannot give tickets to late arrivals or people who only want admission and visit the museum on their own.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • The activity can suffer 20/30 min variation due to organizational reasons
  • Please be advised capacity regulations and security may delay the tour departure This could also influence the smooth running of the tour especially on national holidays and events.
  • Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with on an individual basis but are the responsibility of the monument.
  • You must have a valid photo ID to enter the monuments (student's ID, Driver License, Passport or State ID all work.) You will be asked to also provide your name, last name and date of birth (at the beginning of the tour, if not provided beforehand.) Security may prevent you from entering the site if the information provided is not accurate and/or don't match the one on your ID.
  • Child discount is applied only with a valid ID card
  • Note: tour will not operate on religious holidays
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
  • All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
  • Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
  • For security reasons all visitors and their luggage shall be screened. To facilitate the security checks please insert any object (including mobile phone) in the bag/backpack or in the tray to be included in the X-ray
  • No change on a booking can be accepted after 24hrs to the starting time of the tour. In that instance, no refund will be issued.
  • For the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
  • Pets are not allowed
  • Every refund request MUST be done within and not later than 48 hours from the day of the tour
  • Not recommended for traveler with motor difficulties and walker users
  • We kindly inform you that any kind of disability (visual impairment, hearing impairment,... ) or anything that might prevent you to regularly join the tour, MUST BE communicate in advance to our staff
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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    Sistine Chapel and Museum Tour
    Marla_L, Aug 2022
    The most memorable part of the tour for us was the historical information provided by our guide, Sophie. She explained everything in detail, lending a richness in historical context to the magnificent scenery.
    Amazing place plus great guide
    Anne_A, Jun 2022
    Alexandra was a great guide. Wonderful stories and insights. She teaches German and art to high school students in Rome so you know she has patience.
    VIP Semi Private Vatican Tour.
    Cruiser29831586234, Aug 2019
    This tour was excellent. The tour guide was very good with all the explanations for the museum, the Sistine Chapel and Saint Peters. *****

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