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Exclusive Guided tour : Vatican Museum,Sistine Chapel & Basilica

16 Reviews 4.25 out of 5 stars Based on 16 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Rome, Italy
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Overview

The VATICAN MUSEUMS is one of the oldest, largest and busiest museum in the world. Different collections of arts, cultures, histories, heritages, costumes and religions made this Museums popular. Where Michelangelo's frescoes in Sistine Chapel - the 'Creation of Adam' and the 'Last Judgement', Rafael's painting the 'School of Athens'; Greek sculpture the 'Laocoon', Egyptian 'Mummy', Nero's bath tub, Bronze statue of Hercules, Etruscan collections are marvelous.

Our pre booked ticket can skip the line. Our guide can show the Vatican Museums highlights and the Sistine Chapel with live explanation.

Finally you are going to the St. Peter's Basilica.

So, everything you are getting ready in this tour.

What's Included

  • St. Peter's Basilica
  • Skip the line service.
  • Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • Dome of the St. Peter's Basilica.
  • Vatican Garden
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Tea/Coffee/Scarf/Suveneer
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via Sebastiano Veniero
15, 00192 Roma RM, Italy

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End point

Piazza San Pietro
00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

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Vatican Museums

Vatican Museums is a collection of Museums. More or less 64,000 collections are displayed here. We are highlighting on the most important galleries and masterpieces. Like as- Courdyard of the Pinecone, Laocoon, Chiaramonti Museum, Gallery of Candelbera, Pius-Christian Museum, Belvedere Torso, Nero's bath tub, Tapestries Gallery, Maps Gallery, Borgia Apartment etc.
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1 hour 40 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

Sistine Chapel is a holy place and new pope election center. Michangelo's master works " Creation of Adam " and " Last Judgement " are here. It is a silent zone and no photos and videos are allowed here.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

St. Peter's Basilica

St. Peter's Basilica is one of the biggest and oldest church in the world. Michelangelo's great creation La Pieta is here. The tomb of St. Jhon Paul II is close to the La Pieta. Also the Holy door, St. Peter's Bronze Statue, Holy water and the dome are mind blowing.
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20 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
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Youths need their valid student card and birth identification I'd card. And they must 18 to 25 years old.
  • If Kid/Child/Youth aren't able to show their I'd cards then they have to pay 25€ additional charge to change their tickets to a adult ticket.
  • The Vatican can check your identity card. So it's better to carry your ID card with you or soft copy on your phone.

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Exclusive Guided tour : Vatican Museum,Sistine Chapel & Basilica?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Exclusive Guided tour : Vatican Museum,Sistine Chapel & Basilica?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • St. Peter's Basilica.
  • Skip the line service.
  • Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
  • All fees and taxes.
  • Wireless radio and earpiece (from the Vatican).
  • Live guided tour by an experienced licensed guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Dome of the St. Peter's Basilica.
  • Vatican Garden.
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Tea/Coffee/Scarf/Suveneer.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Exclusive Guided tour : Vatican Museum,Sistine Chapel & Basilica is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Exclusive Guided tour : Vatican Museum,Sistine Chapel & Basilica will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once 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 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • St. Peter's Basilica
  • Skip the line service.
  • Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • All fees and taxes.
  • Wireless radio and earpiece (from the Vatican)
  • Live guided tour by an experienced licensed guide.
  • Dome of the St. Peter's Basilica.
  • Vatican Garden
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Tea/Coffee/Scarf/Suveneer

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Sign in 20 minutes before tour start at the meeting point ( Via Sebastiano Veniero 15, Rome 00192 ).
  • Kid/Child need their birth certification I'd card and they must be 7 to 17 years old.
  • Youths need their valid student card and birth identification I'd card. And they must 18 to 25 years old.
  • If Kid/Child/Youth aren't able to show their I'd cards then they have to pay 25€ additional charge to change their tickets to a adult ticket.
  • The Vatican can check your identity card. So it's better to carry your ID card with you or soft copy on your phone.
  • Sometime, 5 to 10 minutes you have to wait in security check line. And it's normal. Don't worry about it.
  • The Vatican dress code: shoulder and knees must be covered.
  • Soft shoes, comfortable drees and carrying drinking water are recommended.
  • For special occasion if St. Peter's Basilica is closed then this tour will finish inside the Sistine Chapel. In that case travellers will get chance to visit the Vatican Museums again.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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