Vatican & Sistine Chapel Priority Entry, St Peter's Optional
At a glance
Vatican & Sistine Chapel Priority Entry, St Peter's Optional is a 3h small-group experience in Rome, Italy, operated by Tourismotion. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 662 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $107.66 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Expert tour guide, Headphones in the Vatican Museums, Priority entrance tickets to the Vatican Museums.
Highlights
- Rated 4.8/5 by 662 travellers
- Small group of up to 20 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h
- Group
- Small group, up to 20 travellers
- Languages
- English, French, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Enjoy one of the biggest and most visited museums in the world: the Vatican Museums in Rome. Take this 3-hour guided tour to immerse yourself in the best works of art.
After heading right inside with your included tickets, follow your guide through the collections of priceless treasures, from Michelangelo's legendary Sistine Chapel to the intricate tapestries crafted by Raphael's apprentices
What's included
What's included
- Expert tour guide
- Headphones in the Vatican Museums
- Priority entrance tickets to the Vatican Museums
- St. Peter's Basilica Entrance (if option chosen)
- Access to the Sistine Chapel
Not included
- Tips
- Pick up and mobility
- St Peter Entrance (if you select the option without Basilica)
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 2h 50m
Meet your local guide to enter the museums. Wander the vast corridors and galleries of one of the most important museums in the world.
Go to the spectacular Cortile del Belvedere (Belvedere Courtyard) and see historic maps of ancient cartographers in the Gallery of Maps. Admire the beautiful tapestries by some of Raphael’s students in the Gallery of Tapestries. Then, gaze in awe at Michelangelo’s miraculous frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. -
Stop 2 · 10m
Marvel at Michelangelo's breathtaking frescoes, including the iconic "Creation of Adam" on the chapel's ceiling and the awe-inspiring "Last Judgment" on the altar wall. Explore this masterpiece of Renaissance art, a sacred space where popes are elected, and immerse yourself in its rich history
Meeting point
In front of the cinema 'Giulio Cesare'. There will be our staff with the "Tourismotion" Flag
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In the event of extraordinary closures or restrictions imposed by the Museums, no refund will be provided. The tour's itinerary may change, but it will have the same duration
- People with a disability of more than 67% can obtain a refund of the museum entrance fee. To do so, you must inform the provider and attach the disability certificate at least 72 hours before the start of the tour. Failure to give prior notice will result in the loss of the right to reimbursement of the ticket.
- Not recommended for travelers with mobile impairments
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Vatican & Sistine Chapel Priority Entry, St Peter's Optional take?
The experience lasts about 3h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $107.66 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 tour guide; Headphones in the Vatican Museums; Priority entrance tickets to the Vatican Museums; St. Peter's Basilica Entrance (if option chosen); Access to the Sistine Chapel.
Where does it start?
In front of the cinema 'Giulio Cesare'. There will be our staff with the "Tourismotion" 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, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 662 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rome.
