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PRIVATE Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica

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On average, this is booked 28 (0) days in advance.
3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This tour is designed for those who want to explore the highlights of the Vatican Museums, admiring the works of art collected by the Popes during more than five centuries.
We will see all the masterpieces, including the outstanding Roman statues which inspired Michelangelo: the celebrated Laocoon Group and the powerful Belvedere Torso.
Walking through the Gallery of Candelabra, Tapestries and Maps, full of statues, frescoes and mosaics, we will get inside the spectacular, world famous Sistine Chapel, entirely covered with the most celebrated Michelangelo’s frescoes: the Ceiling and the Last Judgement!
Then we'll take advantage of the exclusive shortcut from the Sistine to St. Peter's, the largest church in the world, to admire the Pietà, by Michelangelo and much more...

*TICKETS ARE NOT INCLUDED: 55 euros per aduld (with St. Peter's Basilica shortcut)
START TIME is subject to availability (1 hour before or after set time slot)
WE'LL BUY THEM AS SOON AS YOU SEND THE AMOUNT VIA PAYPAL

What's Included

  • Exclusive shortcut to St. Peter's Basilica
  • Professional licensed Official guide of the Vatican Museums
  • Gratuities
  • "Skip-the-Line" ticket to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • St. Peter's Basilica entrance fee and headsets
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Viale Vaticano
99, 00165 Roma RM, Italy

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End point

Piazza San Pietro
00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

What To Expect

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Vatican Museums

Meet our guide in front of the Vatican Museums ready to start the tour inside one of the most famous museums in the world!
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1 hour 40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Cortile della Pigna

The courtyard was originally part of the Cortile del Belvedere, designed by Donato Bramante to connect the palace of Pope Innocent VIII with the Sistine Chapel. When Bramante died, architect Pirro Ligorio finished the project and added the wall and niche to close the courtyard.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Laocoön

The Octagonal Court used to be known as the Cortile delle Statue. It was home to the first nucleus of antique classical statues in the pontifical collections when Pope Julius II della Rovere (1503-1513) displayed his own collection of antique sculpture. Among them the world famous Laocoön group.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Galleria Delle Carte Geografiche

the longest gallery in the Vatican Museums, hosting the frescoed maps of all the regions of Italy, from south to north, commissioned by Pope Gregory XIII in 1580.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sistine Chapel

The Sistine Chapel takes its name from Pope Sixtus IV della Rovere. The 15th century decoration of the walls includes: the Stories of Moses and of Christ. It was executed by a team of painters made up initially of Perugino, Botticelli, Ghirlandaio and Rosselli. Michelangelo painted the Ceiling, nine central panels showing the Stories of Genesis and the Last Judgement on the altar wall.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

La Pieta

Michelangelo's masterpiece, made by the great florentine artist when he was just 21 years old, represents the Virgin Mary holding in her arms the body of Jesus
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. Peter's Basilica

the biggest Basilica in the world, built above the tomb of the apostle Peter, home of incredible treasures!
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • If you have mobility issues please let me know so I can better customize the tour for you.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the PRIVATE Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s 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 (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the PRIVATE Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s 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:
  • Exclusive shortcut to St. Peter's Basilica.
  • Professional licensed Official guide of the Vatican Museums.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • "Skip-the-Line" ticket to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
  • St. Peter's Basilica entrance fee and headsets.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Vatican Gardens+Skip-the-Line ticket to the VaticanMuseums & Sistine Chapel EUR 55.00 per person.
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. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

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 PRIVATE Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • If you have mobility issues please let me know so I can better customize the tour for you.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for PRIVATE Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s 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

  • Exclusive shortcut to St. Peter's Basilica
  • Professional licensed Official guide of the Vatican Museums
  • Gratuities
  • "Skip-the-Line" ticket to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • St. Peter's Basilica entrance fee and headsets
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Vatican Gardens+Skip-the-Line ticket to the VaticanMuseums & Sistine Chapel EUR 55.00 per person

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • If you have mobility issues please let me know so I can better customize the tour for you.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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