Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica VIP Guided Tour
Overview
Skip the line and immerse yourself in the Vatican's treasures with an expert guide and priority entrance in a small group. This exclusive tour includes the incredible collections and galleries of the Vatican museums and of course the awe inspiring Sistine Chapel. Designed for those who wish to explore and experience the full splendour of the Vatican City.
Wander through the Vatican Museums, an incredible array of masterpieces. The vast collection includes exquisite sculptures, mesmerising frescoes, and architectural wonders that together create a collection unmatched anywhere in the world.
Feast your eyes on breathtaking works by world renowned artists such as Bramante, Bernini, Perugino, Botticelli and of course Michelangelo.
Please note that St Peters Basilica is subject to last minute closures and for the papal audience on some Wednesday mornings, entrance can not always be included. In this case there will be an extended tour of the Vatican museums.
What's Included
- Small Group Tour Experience with Expert Official Licensed Vatican Guide
- Skip The Line Priority Access Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tickets
- St. Peter's Basilica if open on the day of your tour
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly in crowded areas
- Location Pick Up & Drop Off
- Scavi / Necropolis
- Please note that the Basilica is subject to last minute closures and can not always be included
- St.Peter's Dome (Cupola) Access
- Not wheelchair accessible
Meeting Location
Via Germanico
16, 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
You will end the tour inside St.Peter's Basilica if it is open. You will then exit into St.Peter's Square (If the Basilica is not open you will exit at the Vatican museums entrance)
What To Expect
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Vatican Museums
1 hour 45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Sistine Chapel
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
St. Peter's Basilica
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
St. Peter's Square (pass by)
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
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- If you purchase a reduced ticket and you are not under 16 years old or a student under 26 years old with a valid STUDENT PHOTO ID, the Vatican will deny your entry and you will not be able to visit the Vatican or join the tour.
- All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
- Knees & Shoulders MUST be covered for both men & women.
- Some monuments or areas may be under restoration and subject to last minute closures. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- It is not possible to contact guides when they are inside the Vatican museums, it is the clients responsibility to stay with the guided tour group, if you lose your guide inside the Vatican, there is nothing we can do in this case.
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
- St. Peter's Basilica is subject to last minute closures for religous events, and the Papal audience on some Wednesday and Saturday mornings. In the event that it is closed if you have selected the option to visit St. Peter's Basilica you will have an extended tour of the Vatican museums. The Basilica is free to enter and we do not have any control in the event of these closures it is not possible to provide a refund under these circumstances.
- Please note that it is mandatory to provide the full name of each participant. Failure to do this could result in refused entry to the monument.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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).
- Small Group Tour Experience with Expert Official Licensed Vatican Guide.
- Skip The Line Priority Access Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tickets.
- St. Peter's Basilica if open on the day of your tour.
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly in crowded areas.
- Location Pick Up & Drop Off.
- Scavi / Necropolis.
- Please note that the Basilica is subject to last minute closures and can not always be included.
- St.Peter's Dome (Cupola) Access.
- Not wheelchair accessible.
The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica VIP Guided Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica VIP Guided Tour 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 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
- Small Group Tour Experience with Expert Official Licensed Vatican Guide
- Skip The Line Priority Access Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tickets
- St. Peter's Basilica if open on the day of your tour
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly in crowded areas
- Location Pick Up & Drop Off
- Scavi / Necropolis
- Please note that the Basilica is subject to last minute closures and can not always be included
- St.Peter's Dome (Cupola) Access
- Not wheelchair accessible
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
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- If you purchase a reduced ticket and you are not under 16 years old or a student under 26 years old with a valid STUDENT PHOTO ID, the Vatican will deny your entry and you will not be able to visit the Vatican or join the tour.
- All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
- Knees & Shoulders MUST be covered for both men & women.
- Some monuments or areas may be under restoration and subject to last minute closures. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- It is not possible to contact guides when they are inside the Vatican museums, it is the clients responsibility to stay with the guided tour group, if you lose your guide inside the Vatican, there is nothing we can do in this case.
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
- St. Peter's Basilica is subject to last minute closures for religous events, and the Papal audience on some Wednesday and Saturday mornings. In the event that it is closed if you have selected the option to visit St. Peter's Basilica you will have an extended tour of the Vatican museums. The Basilica is free to enter and we do not have any control in the event of these closures it is not possible to provide a refund under these circumstances.
- Please note that it is mandatory to provide the full name of each participant. Failure to do this could result in refused entry to the monument.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
