Guided Tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's
Overview
• See Michelangelo's miraculous frescoes in the Sistine Chapel.
• Marvel at masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and more.
• Travel through centuries of human history.
• Explore ancient civilizations from Europe and beyond.
• Visit the Belvedere Courtyard and the Octagonal.
What's Included
- Skip-the-line admission tickets
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
Via Tunisi
5a, 00192 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza San Pietro
00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City
What To Expect
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Vatican Museums
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
St. Peter's Basilica
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
- Please note that St. Peter's Basilica is an active parish and is therefore subject to unforeseen closures for spiritual celebrations.
- Please note: All guests must go through an airport-style security check. During peak and peak seasons, the wait time at security check can be up to 30 minutes.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
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- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Skip-the-line admission tickets.
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Guided Tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Guided Tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Skip-the-line admission tickets
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
- Please note that St. Peter's Basilica is an active parish and is therefore subject to unforeseen closures for spiritual celebrations.
- Please note: All guests must go through an airport-style security check. During peak and peak seasons, the wait time at security check can be up to 30 minutes.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
