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Vatican Museums, Sistine & St. Peter’s Guided Tour

Discover the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Square in a guided group of 20. Our tour offers rich insights into the Vatican's history and art, ensuring an unforgettable journey. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity – book now to secure your spot!

3 hours
Mobile & printed vouchers accepted
Free Cancellation
Fully refundable when canceled up to 24 hours prior to departure.

Highlights

  • Exclusive reserved access to the Vatican Museums
  • Pigna Courtyard
  • Pio Clementino Museum
  • Chandelier’s Gallery
  • Tapestries Gallery
  • Raphael’s Rooms
  • Sistine Chapel and Michelangelo’s The Final Judgement
  • Easy-to-find meeting point

Includes

  • Entrance tickets to Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
  • Professional guide
  • Wireless audio headset

Excludes

  • Hotel Transportation
  • St Peter’s Basilica
  • Meals or drinks
  • Gratuities

Please Note

Please review the following guidelines to ensure a smooth experience at the attractions:

  • Guided Tours:
Customers must adhere to the assigned guide throughout the tour. External guides cannot be added to the group after purchase. Access requires escort by the assigned guide. Opting out forfeits tour rights and tickets without refunds.
  • Security Measures:
Heightened security may cause delays during entry. Guests with pacemakers must present a certificate to bypass security screening.
  • Dress Code:
Appropriate attire is required for religious sites. Avoid sleeveless blouses, miniskirts, shorts, and hats.
  • Tour Entry Requirements:
Provide first name and surname for all entries. Please do so to avoid denial of entry. A passport is mandatory on the tour day.
  • Suggestions:
Moderate physical fitness is recommended. Wear comfortable shoes and bring sunscreen during summer.
  • Cloakroom:
Items larger than 40 x 35 x 15 cm must be stored. Prohibited items include suitcases, large bags, umbrellas, tripods, and signage. Shoulder bags up to 15 cm wide are permitted.
  • Accessibility:
The areas are not wheelchair accessible and may pose challenges for individuals with mobility issues. Please note that during the Jubilee Year, some areas of the Vatican Museums may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies beyond our control. Thank you for understanding. Please ensure compliance with these guidelines to enjoy a seamless visit to the attractions.

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Mr Martin Holmes
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November 24, 2024
Excellent
a Gray Line customer
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November 13, 2024
Valentina was our guide and she was very knowledgeable and pleasant. The tour truly does pass the long lines and does an efficient sweep through the major highlights.
Katherine
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October 30, 2024
Mara was a fabulous tour guide, efficient in keeping us moving without feeling rushed. She was very passionate about Rome and the magnificence if the Vatican museums. She was informative and educational. Just wonderful and thank you!!!!
Mr John Alexander Christie
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October 4, 2024
Guide was excellent, tour was interesting but the venue was very crowded.
a Gray Line customer
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October 2, 2024
We had a fantastic tour guide. Her genuine knowledge of the topic and passion for the history made the tour really come to life and helped us understand the history of this amazing site.
Mr G
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September 26, 2024
Tour guide was very knowledgeable and took her time to explain as much as possible. The group was roughly 20 people but the headphones allowed you to listen from a distance. The crowds of tourists that flock here are massive so a pre booked tour is a must as you skip the very long queues. After the tour we were able to stay and go to the shops and go back to the churches etc. Plenty of walking and standing so wear comfortable clothes and shoes. I wore cargo shorts and T-shirt and that was the normal attire as it was 28°C. No photos inside the Sistine chapel but everywhere else is okay to photograph.
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November 24, 2024
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Excellent
reviewed by Mr Martin Holmes
November 13, 2024
Image with Rate from a Gray Line customer
Valentina was our guide and she was very knowledgeable and pleasant. The tour truly does pass the long lines and does an efficient sweep through the major highlights.
reviewed by a Gray Line customer
October 30, 2024
Image with Rate from Katherine
Mara was a fabulous tour guide, efficient in keeping us moving without feeling rushed. She was very passionate about Rome and the magnificence if the Vatican museums. She was informative and educational. Just wonderful and thank you!!!!
reviewed by Katherine
October 4, 2024
Image with Rate from Mr John Alexander Christie
Guide was excellent, tour was interesting but the venue was very crowded.
reviewed by Mr John Alexander Christie
October 2, 2024
Image with Rate from a Gray Line customer
We had a fantastic tour guide. Her genuine knowledge of the topic and passion for the history made the tour really come to life and helped us understand the history of this amazing site.
reviewed by a Gray Line customer
September 26, 2024
Image with Rate from Mr G
Tour guide was very knowledgeable and took her time to explain as much as possible. The group was roughly 20 people but the headphones allowed you to listen from a distance. The crowds of tourists that flock here are massive so a pre booked tour is a must as you skip the very long queues. After the tour we were able to stay and go to the shops and go back to the churches etc. Plenty of walking and standing so wear comfortable clothes and shoes. I wore cargo shorts and T-shirt and that was the normal attire as it was 28°C. No photos inside the Sistine chapel but everywhere else is okay to photograph.
reviewed by Mr G
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Itinerary

Explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Square with an Expert Guide
Tour Overview
Discover the artistic and spiritual heart of Vatican City on this top-rated guided Vatican tour. Skip the long entrance lines and enjoy direct access to some of the world’s most treasured masterpieces.

What You’ll See
Vatican Museums (Skip-the-Line Access)
Avoid the long queues and step right into the Vatican Museums with your reserved entrance. Highlights include:
Pio Clementino Museum
Gallery of the Candelabra
Gallery of Tapestries
Gallery of Maps


Raphael Rooms
Admire the legendary Raphael Rooms, including the iconic School of Athens, a fresco that celebrates art, knowledge, and philosophy.


Sistine Chapel
Stand in awe beneath Michelangelo’s ceiling, featuring The Creation of Adam, and contemplate The Last Judgment, two of the greatest masterpieces in art history.


St. Peter’s Square & Basilica (Exterior Explanation)
Your guide will escort the group to St. Peter’s Square, offering a detailed overview of St. Peter’s Basilica from the outside. You’ll then have the option to leave the tour or enter the Basilica on your own (free access, no skip-the-line available) to visit Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s Baldachin among others.


Disclaimer: Please be aware that during the Jubilee Year, certain areas of the Vatican Museums may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies. Additionally, entrance to St. Peter's Basilica may also experience unannounced closures. These circumstances are beyond our control. Thank you for your understanding.

Meet up point in Piazza del Risorgimento to join the guide and the rest of your group.
Vatican Museums: Guided visit including the Pio Clementino Museum, Chandelier’s Gallery, Tapestries Gallery, and Raphael Rooms.
Sistine Chapel: Admire Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes and The Last Judgment.
St. Peter’s Square: your guide will be explaining the square and the Basilica from the outside, as the entrance ticket is not included.

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Pickup Info

Meeting point: Piazza del Risorgimento - at Bar Caffetteria L’Ottagono - 15 minutes before the start of your tour (please look for the I Love Rome logo carried by our staff).

Identification: Please ensure you have a valid ID/passport, as bringing on the tour day will be mandatory. You might be refused entry otherwise.

Gray Line - I Love Rome office:
Via Leone IV, 33 (6:30 AM – 6:30 PM 365 days)
[email protected]
0039 06 474 2501 / 0039 348 8112027 (Whatsapp only)
(November to March, Monday to Saturday, 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM & Sunday 6:30 AM – 8:15 PM
April to October, every day, 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM)

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