Early Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Small Group Tour
At a glance
Early Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Small Group Tour is a 3h 30m small-group experience in Rome, Italy, operated by Through Eternity Tours. Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 332 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $174.08 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Expert, English-speaking guide, Headsets (for groups of 6 or more), All Fees and Taxes.
Highlights
- Rated 4.7/5 by 332 travellers
- Small group of up to 12 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 3 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h 30m
- Group
- Small group, up to 12 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Visit the Vatican Museums - arguably the best collection of art in the world, seeing highlights such as the Laocoon and the Apollo Belvedere as well as some other hidden treasures on this 3.5-hour Vatican group tour, accompanied by a top-rated local guide. After enjoying the museums, marvel at Michelangelo’s masterpiece - the Sistine Chapel. This Vatican tour also includes an escorted entrance to St Peter's Basilica, where you can enter your own accord after the tour has ended.
*** Disclaimer: For reservations made less than 72 hours in advance, your tour will end in the Vatican Museums as we cannot guarantee skip the line tickets into St Peter's Basilica. ***
What's included
What's included
- Expert, English-speaking guide
- Headsets (for groups of 6 or more)
- All Fees and Taxes
- Escorted entrance to St Peter's Basilica
- Small Group Size
- Vatican Museums ticket
- Ability to enter St Peter's Basilica on your own accord after the tour has ended
Not included
- Transportation to and from the meeting and end point
- Food and beverages
- Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 3h
Rooms of Raphael, Hall of Maps, Ancient Sculpture Gallery, Belvedere Courtyard, Cortile della Pigna
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Stop 2 · 15m
The Sistine Chapel
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Stop 3 · 15m
Inside Vatican Museums
Meeting point
You will meet your guide cy the flower stand on the corner of Viale Giulio Cesare and Via Leone IV. They will have a Through Eternity sign or flag.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- As this is a walking tour with steps and staircases, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended.
- Please advise if any travelers have mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.
- Please note that the Vatican Museums provide free entrance for visitors who are (according to the requirements stated by the Vatican City) at least 74% disabled by presenting the appropriate certification and, if one needs assistance by another person, that person also receives a free entrance. Please inform us when you are booking if you fit into these requirements and we will remove the pricing of the entry tickets from the price of the tour.
- Please ensure you arrive 10 minutes early and at the right meeting point as we cannot wait for late arrivals
- At the end of your tour, you are required to return the headset provided to you to your guide. In the event that you do not return the headset, you will be subject to a fine of €100 for lost property.
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
- Disclaimer: For reservations made less than 72 hours in advance, access to the Basilica cannot be guaranteed due to ticketing restrictions.
- The Basilica of St. Peter's may be subject to unscheduled closings and late openings for religious ceremonies. We do not provide refunds for last-minute closures of St. Peter's Basilica. Your guide will still give you an introduction to the Basilica should you wish to return on your own time during your visit to Rome.
- 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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Early Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Small Group Tour take?
The experience lasts about 3h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $174.08 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Expert, English-speaking guide; Headsets (for groups of 6 or more); All Fees and Taxes; Escorted entrance to St Peter's Basilica; Small Group Size; Vatican Museums ticket.
Where does it start?
You will meet your guide cy the flower stand on the corner of Viale Giulio Cesare and Via Leone IV. They will have a Through Eternity sign or flag.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 332 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rome.
