Tour details
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Prices (tickets included)
10€ Online Discount!
Adult (11+): 129€ 119€
Child (3-10): 79€ 69€
Infant (0-2): 19€ 9€
About our Guided Tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica
Ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure through the heart of Rome? Join our Guided Tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica! This is your chance to witness some of the world’s most breathtaking art and architecture, all while skipping the long lines that often stretch for hours.
Our tour kicks off bright and early, giving you the unique advantage of experiencing the Vatican Museums when they’re less crowded. Over the course of three amazing hours, you’ll explore the stunning collections that house masterpieces by legendary artists like Raphael, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio. Trust us, you don’t want to miss seeing their works up close!
As we navigate the halls of the Vatican Museums, your knowledgeable guide will share fascinating insights and stories that bring the art to life. From the exquisite tapestries to the grand galleries, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the rich history and cultural significance of these artworks.
The highlight of your tour will be the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel, where you’ll gaze at Michelangelo’s iconic ceiling and understand why it’s considered one of the greatest masterpieces in Western art. Just imagine standing beneath that breathtaking artwork—it’s a moment you’ll cherish forever!
After the Sistine Chapel, we’ll head directly to St. Peter’s Basilica. One of the best parts? You’ll skip the long wait to enter, allowing you to spend more time soaking in the beauty of this architectural marvel. Marvel at its stunning dome and exquisite interior, including Michelangelo’s famous Pietà.
Don’t wait too long to book your spot on this incredible Guided Tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica! Tickets sell out fast, and you won’t want to miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Reserve your tickets today and get ready to explore the treasures of the Vatican!
Dress code: All visitors are required to wear clothes covering knees and shoulders. The staff at the entrance may prevent visitors from accessing if their outfit is not appropriate for these religious environments. In those cases, no refund is applicable as this is out of our control.
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Reasons to book this tour
- Take an easy paced guided tour in a small group of up to 9 people.
- Visit the Vatican Museums in the early morning: our tour starts at 8am, when the museums are less crowded.
- Benefit from skip-the-line access to the Basilica of St. Peter, which usually has between 1h and 2h waiting lines.
- Hear about the story and background behind the sculptures and paintings present at the long corridors of the Museums.
- While most companies offer only European languages, you can take this tour in Chinese, Japanese or Korean, as well as English.
Key information
| Meeting Point | In front of Giuly’s Cafe on Via Santamaura, 3. Your guide will be holding a sign with The Touring Pandas logo. |
| End point | St. Peter’s Basilica |
| Departure Time | Open our booking calendar to see available times per day.
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| Duration | Approximately 3 hours |
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Cancellation and amendments:
Due to the strict cancellation policies on the Vatican Museums tickets, you can cancel your tour but the following cancellation fees will apply (based on calendar days starting at 23.59 on the day before your tour):
-Up to 15 days before the tour: 25% cancellation fee
-Between 14 and 8 days before the tour: 50% cancellation fee
-7 days or less before the tour: 100% cancellation fee
Reschedules may be possible with a 25% reschedule fee, subject to availability.
Make sure to arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before departure. Latecomers and no-shows don’t get a refund.
For more details, check our terms and conditions.
Itinerary
Our meeting point is just a few meters away from the access point to the Vatican Museums. Meet us in front of Giuly's Café, a quiet stop 5 minutes away from the Ottaviano Metro station (line B).
Be prepared to stroll through the corridors of the Vatican Museums surrounded by paintings, sculptures and artifacts from across the globe. From Egyptian mummies to Raphael's frescoes, the Pope's collection welcomes visitors from all over the world.
At the end of your itinerary through the Vatican Museums, you'll reach the Sistine Chapel. Before accessing the room, your guide will prepare you to take in one of the biggest and most important works of art on the planet.
After the Sistine Chapel, your guide will lead you through a special door, the secret to skip the infamous line to access the Basilica. Thanks to this, you will skip a line that usually takes between 1 and 2 hours of waiting.
Finally, be ready to explore the center of the Vatican, St. Peter's Basilica, in the company of your guide. After a good dose of art at the museums, it's time now to take in some of the best of Renaissance architecture (and yes, even more art!).