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Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Semi-Private Tour

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Overview

This tour allows you to enjoy an infinite number of masterpieces like Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel and "Last Judgment”, gorgeous works by Bernini, Raphael, Botticelli, Perugino and other treasures all incredibly united under the roof of the world renowned Vatican museums. 

Join our exclusive small group tour of maximum 10 people with VIP entrance tickets that will guarantee to skip all lines!

What's Included

  • Priority admission tickets
  • Small group tour of 10 people or less
  • Vatican Museums Adult: €25 Reduced: €15 (ages 7–17) Free admission: children under 6
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Viale Vaticano
100, 00192 Roma RM, Italy

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Vatican Museums

After meeting with your tour guide, you will reach the usually packed museum entrance, where, skipping the check-in line, you will enter the museums through a panoramic terrace. You will enjoy a stunning view of St. Peter's dome overlooking the Vatican gardens; the perfect spot to take a great picture! The guide will then walk you through all the highlights of the museums which include masterpieces and artefacts from different cultures and civilizations. You will enter the Pio Clementine museum, famous for its unique Greek/Roman ancient statues such as the Laocoon group, you will gasp at the length of the enormous Tapestry Hall, then through the Hall of the Painted Maps, you will enter the Sistine Chapel whose impact in history, religion and visual arts has no equal in the world. All of this in a small and intimate group of maximum 10 people since we don't want to make our clients feel uncomfortable in big groups.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

Inside the world renowned Sistine Chapel, you will admire Michelangelo's frescoed ceiling, considered by many art historians, as one of the greatest masterpieces in history."Without having seen the Sistine Chapel one can form no appreciable idea of what one man is capable of achieving."Johann Wolfgang Goethe (1787)
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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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
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved
  • Meeting point at 10:30am or 2:00pm
  • The tour operator is not responsible for last minute, unpredictable closures, strikes or union meetings of St Peter's Basilica. Nevertheless, the tour operator will be happy to offer customers an extended tour for the remaining time.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Semi-Private Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-64162P15

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Semi-Private Tour?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Priority admission tickets.
  • Small group tour of 10 people or less.
  • Vatican Museums Adult: €25 Reduced: €15 (ages 7–17) Free admission: children under 6.
  • Professional tour guide.
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly.
The following is NOT included:
  • Transportation to/from attractions.
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
  • Gratuities.
  • St.Peter's Basilica.
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 Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Semi-Private Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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 Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Semi-Private 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

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

  • Priority admission tickets
  • Small group tour of 10 people or less
  • Vatican Museums Adult: €25 Reduced: €15 (ages 7–17) Free admission: children under 6
  • Professional tour guide
  • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Gratuities
  • St.Peter's Basilica

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved
  • Meeting point at 10:30am or 2:00pm
  • The tour operator is not responsible for last minute, unpredictable closures, strikes or union meetings of St Peter's Basilica. Nevertheless, the tour operator will be happy to offer customers an extended tour for the remaining time.
  • Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starting time. The guide will leave from the meeting point 15 minutes after the tour starting time. In case of delay beyond 15 minutes, no refund will be given.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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