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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel tour + skip the line ticket

20 Reviews 4.10 out of 5 stars Based on 20 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Rome, Italy
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On average, this is booked 33 (0) days in advance.

2 to 3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
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French, Italian, Spanish
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Overview

The Vatican Museum is full of artistic and historical trasures by some of the world's greatest artists: Michelangelo, Raphael, Leonado da Vinci, Titian and Caravaggio. Getting into the Museum and find a ticket can be stressfull and confusing. This tour, with the skip the line ticket included, is the best way to avoid the line and don't lost the opportunity to visit Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel during your stay in Rome!
Choose between the 2 hours for 2 hours of guided tour to the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel or 3 hours to add 1 hour of guided tour to the St. Peter's Church

What's Included

  • Skip the line ticket
  • Headsets for group of more than 11 people
  • "english 3 hours" includes 1 additional hour of guided tour to the Basilica
  • On last sunday the price is lower, the ticket is free and the line cannot be skipped
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via Mocenigo
2, 00192 Roma RM, Italy

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End point

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What To Expect

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Vatican Museums (pass by)

Appreciate the largest papal collection in the world. The "courtyard of the pine cone" and the "belvedere", the "octagonal courtyard", gallery of maps, gallery of candelabra, Raphael rooms and much more .
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Sistine Chapel (pass by)

Let yourself be surprised and surprised by the frescoes of the most important Italian artists of the Renaissance, including Michelangelo's "Last Judgment".
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St. Peter's Basilica

AVAILABLE ONLY WITH THE 3 HOUR TOUR OPTIONExplore the naves, apse, and chapels of the Renaissance church on your own, and marvel at staggering art and architecture by Bramante, Raphael, and Michelangelo
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • It’s required to show ani d document for children at the entrance
  • It is confirmed the prohibition of bringing bottles and glasses containers, alcholic beverages and aerosols, backpacks, camping, bulky bags and luggage / trolley.
  • During periods of Sede Vacante, the Sistine Chapel will be closed to the public without prior notice due to the Papal Conclave (election of a new Pope). As this is a decision made by the Vatican, access to the Sistine Chapel is not guaranteed during these times. No refunds or discounts will be issued regarding this.

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel tour + skip the line ticket?

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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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-179523P20

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Skip the line ticket
  • Headsets for group of more than 11 people
  • "english 3 hours" includes 1 additional hour of guided tour to the Basilica
  • Licensed guide speaking your language
  • Guided service
  • On last sunday the price is lower, the ticket is free and the line cannot be skipped

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We are not responsible for temporary closure of St. Peter’s Basilica. Remind that Vatican city is another State and the pope can take decisions without any previous information
  • Dress code requires to cover knees and shoulders
  • It’s required to show ani d document for children at the entrance
  • It is confirmed the prohibition of bringing bottles and glasses containers, alcholic beverages and aerosols, backpacks, camping, bulky bags and luggage / trolley.
  • During periods of Sede Vacante, the Sistine Chapel will be closed to the public without prior notice due to the Papal Conclave (election of a new Pope). As this is a decision made by the Vatican, access to the Sistine Chapel is not guaranteed during these times. No refunds or discounts will be issued regarding this.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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