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Vatican City and Sistine Chapel Full-Day Tour w Private Guide

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6 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This brilliant tour encompasses the most popular attractions of the Vatican City, including the collection of Ancient Roman and Greek statues, Raphael's Rooms, the Galleries of Tapestries and Maps, the Sistine Chapel, Saint Peter's Basilica and Square and much more! You'll be accompanied by an expert guide and, with pre-booked tickets you'll be able to avoid the lengthy queues and begin exploring the artistic and architectural wonders of the Vatican.

This Vatican tour includes the most famous and admired masterpieces of art and architecture that make this such an amazing place. You'll be met by your guide at the entrance to the Museums and, with pre-booked tickets, you'll skip the queues, ready to start the tour. There is an opportunity to leave your belongings in the cloakroom and take a comfort break before the tour begins.

What's Included

  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines.
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges.
  • Professional guides.
  • Food and drinks.
  • Gratuities.
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Viale Vaticano
Roma RM, Italy

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Vatican Museums

The tour begins with the collection of ancient Roman and Greek sculptures unearthed from excavations across Rome - when Central Italy was under the control of the Vatican. The Apollo Belvedere, the Torso, the busts of Claudius and Hadrian and the sarcophagi of Helen and Constance, the mother and daughter of Emperor Constantine.The tour will then go to the Room of Animals and the Gallery of Candelabra where you can see (and walk on) rareNext, you will see the Gallery of Tapestries, the Sobieski Hall and Raphael's Rooms. Formerly the private apartments of Pope Julius II, Raphael's Rooms were decorated by Raphael and his apprenticeships, and house of his most famous masterpieces, the Parnassus and the School of Athens.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

Sistine Chapel, the Italy's most popular attraction. You hear from your guide about Michelangelo´s frescoes - The Last Judgment, the Creation of Adam and the Genesis - as well as information on the Stories of Moses and Jesus The chapel is still used today for papal elections - known as Conclave.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

St. Peter's Basilica

Enter the amazing Saint Peter’s Basilica and admire its magnificent masterpieces.
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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
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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
  • Due to the Jubilee new access rules, the Basilica may not be accessible. You can visit it after the tour queueing at St Peter's square.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican City and Sistine Chapel Full-Day Tour w Private Guide?

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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What's Included

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  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines.
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges.
  • Professional guides.
  • Food and drinks.
  • Gratuities.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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
  • Due to the Jubilee new access rules, the Basilica may not be accessible. You can visit it after the tour queueing at St Peter's square.

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