Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica Tour
Overview
Skip the lines to the the Vatican Museums, discover history, artifacts and papal treasures at the galleries and in the exciting Raphael's rooms you will arrive at the Sistine Chapel, with Michelangelo's Last Judgment. Explore an iconic landmark like no other in this city full of them!
Visit the Basilica of San Pietro with our top-rated guide, who will tell you about the history and birth of the largest Basilica in the world. Admire works such as the Pietà by Michelangelo and the majestic Baldacchino by Bernini.
What's Included
- Official Vatican Museums Headset
- Skip-the-line tickets
- Fully narrated tour
- Professional guide
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Via Sebastiano Veniero
21, 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
The basilica may be subject to unscheduled closings and late openings for religious ceremonies. As these are often last-minute, the Vatican's administration don't always notify local tour providers. In this case, we will offer you another date
What To Expect
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Vatican Museums
2 hours 15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Sistine Chapel
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
St. Peter's Basilica
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- NOT WHEELCHAIR / WALKER / ELECTRIC SCOOTER ACCESSIBLE DUE TO UNEVEN SURFACES
- This tour is not recommended for those with mobility impairments due to uneven surfaces
- Please inform us if you're coming with guests with a disability card of more than 74%
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 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
- Certain areas of the attraction may be closed due to religious events and national holidays
- This tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or wheelchair users due to uneven surfaces
- Students must bring a valid international student card with DOB and validity period
- Children must have an ID with them for proof of age
- Please note that the headsets used are exclusively of the Vatican Museums
- The exact timings and reservations can vary, dependent on the Vatican's administration offices availability and decisions on the booking day and can be subject to last minute changes
- Please show up on time. Latecomers are considered a no show
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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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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- Official Vatican Museums Headset.
- Skip-the-line tickets.
- Fully narrated tour.
- Professional guide.
- Transportation to/from attractions.
- Gratuities.
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 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.
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 2025Accessibility information for the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- NOT WHEELCHAIR / WALKER / ELECTRIC SCOOTER ACCESSIBLE DUE TO UNEVEN SURFACES
- This tour is not recommended for those with mobility impairments due to uneven surfaces
- Please inform us if you're coming with guests with a disability card of more than 74%
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica 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
- Official Vatican Museums Headset
- Skip-the-line tickets
- Fully narrated tour
- Professional guide
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- NOT WHEELCHAIR / WALKER / ELECTRIC SCOOTER ACCESSIBLE DUE TO UNEVEN SURFACES
- This tour is not recommended for those with mobility impairments due to uneven surfaces
- Please inform us if you're coming with guests with a disability card of more than 74%
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 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
- Certain areas of the attraction may be closed due to religious events and national holidays
- This tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or wheelchair users due to uneven surfaces
- Students must bring a valid international student card with DOB and validity period
- Children must have an ID with them for proof of age
- Please note that the headsets used are exclusively of the Vatican Museums
- The exact timings and reservations can vary, dependent on the Vatican's administration offices availability and decisions on the booking day and can be subject to last minute changes
- Please show up on time. Latecomers are considered a no show
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
