Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel: Recommended tours & tickets

Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour

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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour

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Spend more time inside with no-wait access to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica through an official Vatican partner entrance. On this comprehensive guided tour, you'll experience the best of the Vatican in just three hours, including the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, and more. Navigate the vast complex of artwork and history with an expert, who will bring this ancient collection to life. Choose from several departure times and languages.

Price €73

Min age 0

Rating 4.50 / 5 [31331 ratings]

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Skip the Line: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with St. Peter's Basilica Access

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Skip the Line: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with St. Peter's Basilica Access

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Effortless and Swift, our Skip-the-Line tours and tickets offer timed-entry access to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Simply join us at a specified meeting point near the entrance of the Vatican Museums to effortlessly redeem your tickets and receive valuable advice. Alternatively, rendezvous with your guide and embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey, immersing yourself in some of the world's most exquisite art. For a more intimate experience, opt for our small group guided tour upgrade designed for groups of 10 or fewer. Alternatively, indulge in a First Access upgrade to be among the first to explore the Museums for the day. St. Peter's access is included when available except Wednesdays (NOT included for tickets).

Price €45

Min age 0

Rating 4.69 / 5 [3601 ratings]

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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour

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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour

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Embark on an enchanting journey through the Vatican with our expert guide, immersing yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums. Let the rich history and stunning artwork come alive as your guide leads you through the labyrinthine halls, providing fascinating insights. Skip the lines to explore captivating spaces like the Gallery of the Maps. Stand in the iconic Sistine Chapel, captivated by the masterpiece 'The Creation of Adam' by Michelangelo. Conclude your unforgettable tour with a visit to the majestic St. Peter's Basilica.

Price €82

Min age 0

Rating 4.60 / 5 [3163 ratings]

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Skip the Line Vatican & Sistine Chapel Tour with Basilica Entry

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Skip the Line Vatican & Sistine Chapel Tour with Basilica Entry

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Skip the lines and see the incredible Sistine Chapel, the highlights of the Vatican’s extraordinary collections & galleries, and get direct access to St.Peter's Basilica with an expert guide. Once you book, we organize everything. Just show up at the Maya Tours office (VIA GERMANICO, 16) at the correct time (Please arrive 10 minutes before your booked departure time) and your guide will escort you inside the Museums & provide you with your ticket. No unnecessary waiting around! Time is important, especially when you are on vacation, so we always use fast track tickets to ensure you get inside as soon as possible. The Vatican Museum boasts over 4 miles of Art, and a whopping 20,000 works on display, the Vatican Museums make up an impressive assemblage. The Sistine Chapel is an impressive sanctuary boasts works by master painters like Perugino, Pinturicchio, Ghirlandaio, Rosselli, Botticelli, Signorelli, della Gatta and, of course, Michelangelo.

Price €45

Min age 6

Rating 4.63 / 5 [2978 ratings]

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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Basilica Entry skip the line

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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Basilica Entry skip the line

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Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel tour with an expert friendly guide in a small group. Take advantage of your skip-the-line tickets and maximize your time inside this magnificent Vatican Museums. Your guide will lead you through the amazing galleries housing one of the most important art collections of the world. Art and history will be brought back to life and you will learn many stories & anecdotes through the headsets so you do not miss any words of the hidden artworks. During your tour you will discover the Galleries of the Maps, Tapestries and Candelabra and the masterpiece of Michelangelo: The Sistine Chapel. At the end of your tour, enter the Basilica with our skip the line access (if option selected). You will learn about the Renaissance painters: Michelangelo & Raphael and their rivalry throughout their lives. Note: we do not give access to the Basilica on tours after 2:30 PM, on Wednesdays, and on closing days set by the Vatican.

Price €35

Min age 0

Rating 4.59 / 5 [1747 ratings]

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Rome: VIP Vatican Breakfast with Guided Tour & Sistine Chapel

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Rome: VIP Vatican Breakfast with Guided Tour & Sistine Chapel

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Embark on an extraordinary journey at the Vatican with this morning tour that includes an American-style breakfast inside the Vatican's Courtyard. You’ll explore the Vatican Museums before they open to the general public so you can admire famous sights like the Sistine Chapel in a more intimate atmosphere before finishing with skip-the-line access to St Peter’s Basilica through a reserved entrance.

Price €127

Min age 0

Rating 4.57 / 5 [1546 ratings]

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Fast-Track Tour to Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's

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Fast-Track Tour to Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's

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* Dive into Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with your guide * Enjoy immediate access with our priority entrance feature * Discover the splendors of the Gallery of Tapestries and Geographical Maps * Revel in the artistic masterpieces inside the Sistine Chapel * Benefit from a special access route to St. Peter's Basilica (Note: Self-guided tour inside) * Experience an exclusive tour with limited group size, with no more than 20 participants * Opt for a convenient hotel pick-up, or reach the meeting point on your own * Audio headsets provided, ensuring clear commentary

Price €66

Min age 0

Rating 4.21 / 5 [1462 ratings]

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Sistine Chapel First Entry Experience with Vatican Museums

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Sistine Chapel First Entry Experience with Vatican Museums

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Be among the first visitors of the day to enter the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel before the crowds have poured in. With the help of your enthusiastic guide, you will sweep past the long galleries of tapestries, sculptures, and frescoes directly to the most magnificent and important piece, the Sistine Chapel. By making Michelangelo’s masterpiece your first formal stop on the tour you will arrive before nearly anyone else has had the time to find a map! This will mean that you and your small group of 12 people or less will have plenty of time to gasp in wonder at the work of this Renaissance genius while your guide brings the art to life with stories and details of its creation.

Price €90

Min age 0

Rating 4.53 / 5 [1008 ratings]

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Skip the Line: Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel & Raphael Rooms + Basilica Access

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Skip the Line: Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel & Raphael Rooms + Basilica Access

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Experience a timeless Skip-the-Line tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Raphael's rooms. Take advantage of Skip-the-Line Access to St. Peter's Basilica at the conclusion of your tour whenever possible. Ensure you don't miss any highlights as your expert tour guide adds a touch of fun and fascination to your visit. Our shared groups are limited to a maximum of 20 people, equipped with headsets for easy exploration and clear narration. Prefer a more personalized experience? Upgrade to the Small Group option, accommodating 10 people or less, or opt for a First Access tour to be among the first visitors for the day. If you prefer to go without a guide, choose the escorted ticket-only option, allowing you to skip the lines and explore independently. All choices include Skip-the-Line access to St. Peter's Basilica, whenever it's available (excluding Wednesdays and special events).

Price €45

Min age 0

Rating 4.72 / 5 [800 ratings]

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Early Vatican Museums Tour: The Best of the Sistine Chapel

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Early Vatican Museums Tour: The Best of the Sistine Chapel

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Enter the Sistine Chapel at the most peaceful time of day to enjoy Michelangelo’s masterpiece in serenity and embark on a thorough guided tour of the Vatican Museums, ending at the awe-inspiring St. Peter's Basilica. There's no better way to see the highlights of the Vatican without the crowds that descend upon the galleries later in the day.

Price €89

Min age 0

Rating 4.72 / 5 [668 ratings]

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Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Small Group Tour with Basilica

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Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Small Group Tour with Basilica

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This no-wait access Vatican Museums tour includes all the must-see places of the Vatican Museums such as the Raphael's Rooms, the Gallery of the Maps, the Gallery of the Tapestry and the famous Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo's 'Last Judgement' and 'the Creation of Adam'. At the end of the tour your guide will take you to visit the largest Christian church in the world – St Peter's Basilica – and introduce you to the history of several artworks, including Michelangelo's La Pietà sculpture, Bernini's immense Baldachino, and much more!

Price €70

Min age 0

Rating 4.11 / 5 [429 ratings]

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Skip-the-Line Tour: Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel

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Skip-the-Line Tour: Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel

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Join a group guided tour of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel with the number of participants that will never be more than 20 persons and not only skip the queue at the entrance to purchase the ticket but also explore the magnificent galleries and halls of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel with a certified knowledgeable tour guide. The two hours tour includes a guided walking tour of the highlight of the Vatican Museums including Pine Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, the Gallery of the Maps, Candelabra Gallery, Pio Clementino's Rooms, the Tapestry Gallery, and the Sistine Chapel. Conclude your tour with a priority and line free access to the St. Peter's Basilica.

Price €70

Min age 0

Rating 4.18 / 5 [414 ratings]

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VIP Small Group Vatican, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour

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VIP Small Group Vatican, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour

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Skip the lines and see the incredible Sistine Chapel, the highlights of the Vatican’s extraordinary collections & galleries, and get direct access to St.Peter's Basilica with an expert guide. Once you book, we organize everything. Just show up at the Maya Tours office (VIA GERMANICO, 16) at the correct time (Please arrive 10 minutes before your booked departure time) and your guide will escort you inside the Museums & provide you with your ticket. This intimate group experience, covering the best of the Vatican’s art collection with a specialist guide, is designed for those who want to go beyond the surface and prefer a more personalised tour option. The Vatican Museum is the second most visited in Europe, after the Louvre in Paris. Boasting over 4 miles of Art, and a whopping 20,000 works on display, the Vatican Museums make up an impressive assemblage. The Sistine Chapel is an impressive sanctuary boasts works by master painters like Michelangelo.

Price €45

Min age 6

Rating 4.76 / 5 [358 ratings]

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Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel Tour in Vatican City

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Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel Tour in Vatican City

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Treat yourself to a guided tour to discover the majestic art collection of the Roman Catholic Church, without stress and long queues! Once inside the Museums, we will begin this wonderful journey with the Tapestry Gallery, the sumptuous Gallery of Geographical Maps, the Borgia Apartments up to the marvelous Raphael's Rooms, frescoed by the painter Rapahel and his pupils; the "School of Athens" painting. Finally, you will reach the Sistine Chapel, Michelangelo's masterpiece: a true jewel of universal art.This is the place where the Conclave takes place and it is not allowed to speak inside. Your Guide will have previously provided you with all the details necessary to fully enjoy this special place. Looking up you will find yourself immersed in a whirlwind of colors and unique representations, that you will be able to admire without any stress. Your visit will end by walking along the iconic Spiral Staircase - inspired by the Scala del Bramante - which will lead you to the exit.

Price €70

Min age 0

Rating 4.51 / 5 [221 ratings]

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Rome: Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

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Rome: Skip-the-Line Guided Tour Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

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Our Complete Vatican Tour gives you the best of the museum's collections and an in-depth understanding of the art, architecture, and history contained within the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel. The specially-curated itinerary ensures that you see the most famous attractions as well as lesser-known gems in just over 3 hours. With skip-the-line tickets to the Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica there is no quicker or more accessible way to see the best of the Vatican.

Price €79

Min age 0

Rating 4.64 / 5 [215 ratings]

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Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums & St Peter's Semi Private Tour

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Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums & St Peter's Semi Private Tour

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Discover the figures, the technique and the meaning of the frescoes created in 4 years of Michelangelo's timeless passion on our Sistine Chapel tour. Find out more about Julius II, the pope who commissioned his works. Wander through Raphael's rooms as you let our expert guide reveal the mysteries and insights of the depicted characters. Discover how the church's admiration for art has led to such a vast collection of treasures in the Vatican Museums recovered from underground after years of neglect. ** Please note that the Raphael Rooms are part of this 3-hour itinerary but on days due to crowding, timing and direction flows of crowd traffic dictated by the Vatican Museum staff on the day, we may not be able to make this stop within the designated time frame. If the Raphael Rooms are an absolute must for you to see, we suggest you book one of our longer group tours: the Early Vatican Tour or the VIP Vatican Tour where the Raphael Rooms will be covered.**

Price €169

Min age 0

Rating 4.76 / 5 [175 ratings]

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Semi- Private Vatican Evening Tour

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Semi- Private Vatican Evening Tour

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When sightseeing in the Eternal City, it’s not unusual to find yourself wishing the day wouldn’t end, and luckily – it doesn’t have to! Seize this unique chance to see the Vatican's world-famous art and architecture in the special ambiance that few visitors ever get to experience. See the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel in a completely different light on this limited edition Vatican Tour with exclusive entry. Our Vatican Evening Tour gives you the opportunity to take advantage of exclusive evening opening hours, so you'll avoid the massive day-time crowds, making this starlit adventure inside its enchanting halls one of the most appealing ways to experience the masterpieces. This intimate journey features all of the must-sees you would expect in the company an expert insider guide and a small group of only 12 guests or fewer!

Price €99

Min age 0

Rating 4.65 / 5 [123 ratings]

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VIP Tour of Rome (5/8hrs) Colosseum & Vatican Museums

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VIP Tour of Rome (5/8hrs) Colosseum & Vatican Museums

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An Exclusive Private & Customizable tour (we do not combine groups) with licensed Tour Guide & Chauffeur. Your guide will hop-off the vehicle with you at each stop and walk you through the attractions to provide the most complete insights of every attraction. Meet your guide at your hotel at 8AM. During the first five hours (until 1PM) your guide will show you the best of Rome. The lunch break 1h (1PM/2PM). Your 8hrs tour will continue until 4PM. WE PURCHASE YOUR SKIP-THE-LINE TICKETS (NOT INCLUDED) IF AVAILABLE - Colosseum Full Experience & Roman Forum (Eur 40,00 per person) - Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel (Eur 50,00 per person) You can pay your tickets in EUR or USD cash to your guide. Your guide will have all your tickets. In the 5 hours tour the list of the sites to be visited is shorter and it is not possible to visit the Vatican Museums.

Price €520

Min age 1

Rating 4.98 / 5 [122 ratings]

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Vatican City Private Tour: Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel and Vatican Basilica

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Vatican City Private Tour: Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel and Vatican Basilica

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Enjoy a private tour of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and Saint Peter's Basilica with this skip-the-line guided tour to enjoy the best of the Vatican. The Vatican Museums offer a unique collection of art masterpieces. The itinerary is focused on the most important areas of the museum. Finally, arrive at the Sistine Chapel to see Michelangelo's masterpiece on the ceiling and in the extraordinary depiction of the Last Judgement. The Basilica of St. Peter, the biggest church in the world, will be the last stop on your visit. Today, the church is a treasure trove of precious works of art, such as the Pietà by Michelangelo and the Baldachin by Gian Lorenzo Bernini.

Price €245

Min age 4

Rating 4.70 / 5 [109 ratings]

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Exclusive Private Tour: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica

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Exclusive Private Tour: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica

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Private entry at the Vatican is always a special experience. Even our seasoned guides who have seen it countless times appreciate the opportunity to admire art in this setting. You may be surprised to learn that the Vatican oversees over 6 million visitors each year, so entering alone can soon prove to be an overwhelming and painful ordeal. - We recommend reserving this private tour with us to customize your experience for you and you family. We promise that this family/child-friendly setting will satisfy ever member of your group (our guides are known to keep the little ones intrigued!) Should we also mention Michelangelo’s frescoed ceilings of the Sistine Chapel?? This beautiful masterpiece needs no introduction. No line = no stress! (not to mention that you get to steer clear of the sun and unbearable heat during the summer months!) - We offer two time slots for this private tour experience (morning or afternoon). Have your pick!

Price €250

Min age 0

Rating 4.98 / 5 [77 ratings]

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Guided Small Group Skip the Line Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

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Guided Small Group Skip the Line Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

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Enter a world of Renaissance art and intrigue on a 2 hour tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Using a skip-the-line ticket, you’ll avoid the long general entrance line to discover the art and architecture straight away. See works by Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci; admire the artwork of the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. • Groupsize max 12 guests excluding free children

Price €95

Min age 0

Rating 4.39 / 5 [58 ratings]

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Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica with pick-up

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Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica with pick-up

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This tour allows you to enjoy some of the most famous artistic treasures in the world, including Michelangelo's frescoed masterpiece on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and his "Last Judgment". In addition, you will explore, with your private tour guide, breathtaking galleries like the hall of the tapestries, the wonderfully ornate map room.

Price €234

Min age 0

Rating 4.98 / 5 [51 ratings]

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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel VIP entry + audioguide and pickup

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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel VIP entry + audioguide and pickup

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We will personally accompany you inside through the VIP entrance, without having to wait in line. Once you are in, we will get the tickets for you and then let you head straight into the Vatican to explore the museums with an audio guide at your own pace. You will be visiting the Hall of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, the Gallery of Candelabra and the beautiful Pinecone courtyard. Be mesmerized by Michelangelo’s world famous Sistine Chapel at the conclusion of the tour. With our tour you won't have to stress by taking the bus because we will personally send a private pick up at your accommodation who will take you directly to the Vatican museums' entrance.

Price €470

Min age 5

Rating 4.77 / 5 [22 ratings]

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Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour

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Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour

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• Enjoy the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museum. • Skip the lines to enter the vast galleries of the Vatican Museums. • Wander the galleries of art collected by popes over centuries. • You'll also skip the long line to step inside the magnificent St Peter's Basilica.

Price €95

Min age 6

Rating 4.17 / 5 [17 ratings]

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Wheelchair Accessible Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel PrivateTour

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Wheelchair Accessible Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel PrivateTour

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The buildings that make up the Vatican Museums are mostly wheelchair-friendly, but there are still some sections that can only be accessed by elevator or stairs. You can ensure you don’t miss out on the highlights of the Vatican on this specially designed tour that takes you along an entirely step-free route with an informative and helpful guide. Prepare to be wowed by the legendary art of the Sistine Chapel, Pinacoteca Gallery, and Chiaramonti Museum on your private tour with skip the line access. • 3-hour wheelchair accessible Vatican tour with an expert guide • Enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the Vatican’s showstoppers including the Sistine Chapel • Follow an entirely step-free route, with all wheelchair and walking aid logistics arranged in advance • Visit the Pinacoteca Gallery and be awed by the portraits of Roman gods and emperors • Explore the countless sculptures and statues at the Chiaramonti Museum • Marvel at Michelangelo’s world-famous frescoes in the Sistine Chapel

Price €2,400

Min age 0

Rating 4.41 / 5 [17 ratings]

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Rome Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel Private Tour | VIP Entrance

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Rome Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel Private Tour | VIP Entrance

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VIP experience with this skip-the-line priority entrance official Vatican private tour. The tour includes the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. Join this 3-hour guided tour to see the magnificent highlights of the Vatican City. With your expert private guide, explore the Museum one of the most extraordinary collections of art in the world. Pause in the Sistine Chapel, Michelangelo's masterpiece. Tour suitable for families with kids, couples, and small groups!

Price €314

Min age 0

Rating 4.63 / 5 [11 ratings]

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