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Express Early Morning Sistine Chapel Tour with Max 6 People

5.0 · 526 reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor ⏱ 2h ✓ Free cancellation
Express Early Morning Sistine Chapel Tour with Max 6 People

At a glance

Express Early Morning Sistine Chapel Tour with Max 6 People is a 2h small-group experience in Rome, Italy, operated by LivTours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 526 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $169.50 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Guided visit to the Raphael Rooms and Sistine Chapel, Tour in a Safe and Semi Private Group of 6 participants, Enjoy early skip the line access.

Highlights

  • Rated 5.0/5 by 526 travellers
  • Skip-the-line entry saves time at busy sights
  • Small group of up to 15 people for a more personal experience
  • Free cancellation for flexible planning
  • 3 stops in one well-planned itinerary

Quick facts

Duration
2h
Group
Small group, up to 15 travellers
Languages
Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Pickup
Meet at the start point
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Cancellation
Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

The Express Access to Sistine Chapel in Rome, in a small group of 6 participants is a perfect 2 hours tour that will allow you to visit the Sistine Chapel and Raphael rooms in the early morning. With your expert local guide, you will have direct access into the Sistine Chapel with no waiting in lines to fully absorb the beauty of Michelangelo's masterpiece prior to large tourist groups arriving! Your guide will then take you to the Raphael rooms for an intimate experience with these fresco masterpieces. Our small group size of maximum 6 people creates a friendly environment where you can interact with your knowledgeable guide. Your guide will then lead you back to the Museums' galleries, where you will be given information on how to enjoy the rest of your time inside the wonderful Vatican Museums.

What's included

What's included

  • Guided visit to the Raphael Rooms and Sistine Chapel
  • Tour in a Safe and Semi Private Group of 6 participants
  • Enjoy early skip the line access

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1 · 45m

    Have a truly intimate experience in a near-empty museum.

  2. Stop 2 · 1h

    Make the most of your time in Rome with the early access to the Sistine Chapel in a small group Tour. Limited to just 6 people per group, you will have direct access to the Sistine Chapel prior to the arrival of public tourists. Enjoy the incredible beauty of Michelangelo's masterpiece with your expert local guide and learn the history, techniques and secrets behind one of the most visited sites in Italy. With over 25,000 tourists visiting per day, you will be thankful to enjoy it prior to the regular opening times!

  3. Stop 3 · 15m

    Enjoy the gorgeous frescoes of Raphael as your expert guide explains these masterpieces in detail with historic anecdotes.

Meeting point

In front of Café Vaticano across the street from the Museums's Entrance. Your guide will be holding a LivTours sign.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A dress code is required in places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered by both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress codes
  • Please be aware that the Sistine Chapel is a Holy Place and talking inside is strictly forbidden. In the Express Access to the Sistine Chapel Tour the first 30 minutes of the tour are held outside of the Museums in order to give you a comprehensive explanation before entering the chapel.
  • Vatican management maintains the right to delay the opening of the Sistine Chapel for religious reasons, in this case the guide will modify the itinerary and extend your visit of the museums to ensure you make the most of your time before access to the Sistine Chapel is permitted.
  • IMPORTANT: Please advise our team if you believe that a disability qualifies you for complimentary access to the Vatican

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently asked questions

How long does the Express Early Morning Sistine Chapel Tour with Max 6 People take?

The experience lasts about 2h.

How much does it cost?

Prices start from $169.50 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?

Guided visit to the Raphael Rooms and Sistine Chapel; Tour in a Safe and Semi Private Group of 6 participants; Enjoy early skip the line access.

Where does it start?

In front of Café Vaticano across the street from the Museums's Entrance. Your guide will be holding a LivTours sign.

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 Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish.

Is it worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 526 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rome.

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