Skip The Line: Vatican Private Tour with Sistine Chapel
Overview
On this Vatican private tour, you won't only enjoy skip-the-line access to the astonishing collection of Vatican City. You'll enjoy the full, undivided attention of your expert guide, who'll answer any question you have about these marvelous artifacts.
First, you'll see the wonderful collection of classical statues in the Vatican Museums, including the iconic 'Laocoön' and stunning frescoes by Raphael. If you have any special interests, whether the history of Roman Jews or Oceanic Art, your guide will be able to accommodate them.
Continue to the Sistine Chapel. There you'll see the breathtaking frescoes of Michelangelo — all 12,000ft of them. Your expert guide will explain all the details — and secret meanings — behind this iconic work.
St. Peter’s Basilica is the last stop on of our tour. See Michelangelo’s Pieta, Bernini masterworks, and more...
*St. Peter's Basilica maybe closed without notice. In that event your guide will spend more time inside the Vatican Museum.
What's Included
- Headsets for groups of 6 or more
- Languages: English, Italian
- Skip-The-Line Entry Fees
- Expert Guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up and return
Meeting Location
Viale Vaticano
100, 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
St. Peter's Basilica
What To Expect
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Vatican Museums
2 hours 15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Sistine Chapel
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Cortile della Pigna
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
St. Peter's Basilica
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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
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- Headsets for groups of 6 or more.
- Languages: English, Italian.
- Skip-The-Line Entry Fees.
- Expert Guide.
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel pick-up and return.
The minimum age to participate is 1. 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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Skip The Line: Vatican Private Tour with Sistine Chapel is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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
- Headsets for groups of 6 or more
- Languages: English, Italian
- Skip-The-Line Entry Fees
- Expert Guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up and return
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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
