Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour
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Experience Highlights
Explore the treasures of the Vatican on a comprehensive guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. With fast-track access and expert guidance, this tour is ideal for those who want an enriching experience with no queues or waiting.
During the 3-hour tour, you will learn about the masterpieces of artists such as Raphael, Michelangelo and Bernini, visiting some of the most famous rooms in the world. All accompanied by a professional guide and with headphones included so you won't miss a single detail.
You can choose between English, Spanish, French, German, Italian or French at the time of booking. The meeting point is at the entrance of the Vatican Museums.
- Skip the line access to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica.
- Admire masterpieces by Michelangelo, Raphael and Bernini.
- A must-see during your trip to Rome.
What’s included
- Fast-track entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
- VIP entrance to St Peter's Basilica
- Guided tour of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica
- Headphones for comfortable listening to the guide
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Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before your start time to ensure everything runs smoothly
Step by Step
The Vatican, though small in size, is home to some of the world's greatest artistic gems. This guided tour offers you the opportunity to delve into its history, art and architecture with an expert guide, starting with the famous Vatican Museums.
There you will visit important rooms such as the Gallery of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries and the Pineapple Courtyard, among others. Your guide will explain the history behind the works and give you the necessary context to appreciate every detail.
The next stop will be the Sistine Chapel, where you will be able to contemplate the impressive works of Michelangelo: "The Creation of Adam" and "The Last Judgement". This is undoubtedly one of the most memorable moments of the visit, with time to watch, listen and marvel.
Afterwards, you will take advantage of a direct VIP entrance to St. Peter's Basilica, avoiding the long queues at the main entrance. Inside, you will discover another Michelangelo masterpiece, The Pietà, and Bernini's majestic Baldacchino above the high altar. You can also admire the impressive dome and the rich ornamentation of one of the most important temples in the Christian world.
The tour ends in St. Peter's Square, where you can enjoy its colossal architecture and take pictures of one of the most emblematic places in Rome and the world.