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Vatican Museums, The Niccoline & Sistine Chapel Tour

Rome, Italy
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from $1,033.23 per person

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4 hours (approx.)
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Overview

If you want to be among those few priviledged visitors, do not hesitate to check out our “Tours of the Vatican with Restricted Areas” and discover how to visit the Vatican with a private Guide, entering most of the restricted areas of the Museums! Visit part of the "hidden Vatican Museums" with this unforgettable tour. The tour is conducted by an educational guide authorised by Vatican City State and includes: Vatican Museums, Niccolina Chapel, Pio Clementino Museum, Gallery of the Candelabra, Gallery of the Tapestries, Gallery of the Geographical Maps, Raphael’s Rooms, Sistine Chapel.

What's Included

  • "Skip the line" entrance tickets in the Vatican Museums
  • Entrance in the Niccolina Chapel (Hidden Vatican)
  • Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
  • Entrance in St. Peter's Basilica
  • Food and beverages
  • Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary
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Pick up at your accomodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up address. N.B.: If your accomodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up.

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Vatican City

The Vatican City boasts countless great museums, with extensive art collections attracting thousands of visitors everyday. Inside the Vatican Museums a vast number of art pieces and amazing architectures can be admired, belonging to different periods, cultures and countries from all over the world. One of the biggest exhibition spaces inside the Vatican is the Pio-Clementine Museum, built in the 18th century as ordered by Pope Julius II to host countless Ancient Greek and Roman collections belonging to the Papacy. The Niccoline Chapel is a chapel in the Apostolic Palace in Vatican City. It is especially notable for its fresco paintings by Fra Angelico and his assistants, who may have executed much of the actual work. The name is derived from its patron, Pope Nicholas V, who had it built for use as his private chapel. The walls were decorated by Fra Angelico with images of two of the earliest Christian martyrs.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Free

Sistine Chapel

The Sistine Chapel is one of the most famous places in Vatican City. It is known for its stunning frescoes painted by Michelangelo, including *The Creation of Adam* and *The Last Judgment*. It is also the place where the cardinals meet to elect a new Pope.
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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
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Dress code required for the Sistine Chapel: knees and shoulders must be covered

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican Museums, The Niccoline & Sistine Chapel Tour?

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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican Museums, The Niccoline & Sistine Chapel Tour?
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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • "Skip the line" entrance tickets in the Vatican Museums.
  • Entrance in the Niccolina Chapel (Hidden Vatican).
  • Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur.
  • Entrance in the Sistine Chapel.
  • Professional guide authorised by Vatican City State.
The following is NOT included:
  • Entrance in St. Peter's Basilica.
  • Food and beverages.
  • Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary.
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?
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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, The Niccoline & Sistine Chapel Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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, The Niccoline & Sistine Chapel 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?
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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

  • "Skip the line" entrance tickets in the Vatican Museums
  • Entrance in the Niccolina Chapel (Hidden Vatican)
  • Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
  • Entrance in the Sistine Chapel
  • Professional guide authorised by Vatican City State
  • Entrance in St. Peter's Basilica
  • Food and beverages
  • Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary

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
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Dress code required for the Sistine Chapel: knees and shoulders must be covered

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