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Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel tour

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Rome, Italy
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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish
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Overview

Discover the home of Catholicism on a skip-the-line tour of the Vatican’s most iconic sites. Explore the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with an expert guide. Enjoy a more intimate, more enriching, and more memorable experience of Vatican City to make the most of your trip to Rome.

• Skip the ticket lines at all the essential Vatican sites
• Discover the art of Michelangelo, Raphael, Caravaggio, da Vinci, and many more

What's Included

  • Fast track entry to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
  • Recharging station for your mobile devices & Bath room access
  • Wi-fi access
  • Food and drinks
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Via Germanico
8, 00192 Roma RM, Italy

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Vatican Museums

Discover one of the largest art collections in the world with fast-track access to the Vatican Museums. The Museums comprise 54 smaller galleries, and your VIP guide will select the most fascinating highlights for your experience. Discover the ancient statues of the Pio Clementino Museum, the cartography of the Gallery of the Maps, the intricate displays of the Gallery of the Tapestries, and so much more.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

Arrive at the Sistine Chapel, the beauty of which alone makes the Vatican Museums an essential visit on any trip to Rome. See with your own eyes Michelangelo’s iconic ceiling and wall frescoes that are famous all around the world for their artistic achievement. Hear why Michelangelo nearly turned down such a challenging commission as you appreciate the scale of his masterpiece.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Galleria Delle Carte Geografiche

the galary of maps
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Fast track entry to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
  • Recharging station for your mobile devices & Bath room access
  • Wi-fi access
  • Headsets
  • Expert guide
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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  • 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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