Rome Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums Guided Tour
Overview
Take a guided walking tour of the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums to fully immerse yourself in the history and artwork of this hallowed place. Start with treasures like the Raphael Rooms (available on early morning excursions) and the Gallery of the Maps, as well as other well-known galleries like the Pine Courtyard and Belvedere Courtyard. Skilfully guided, you'll explore lesser-known areas of the Vatican's hallways and find both iconic and secret gems. When your tour of the Sistine Chapel comes to an end, make sure to stop at Michelangelo's Pietà.
What's Included
- Radios
- Skip the line Tickets
- Tour Guide
- Transportation, Gratuities
- Access to St Peter's Basilica
Meeting Location
00120
Vatican City
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Vatican Museums
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Sistine Chapel
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please provide your Whatsapp number for better communications
- Last tour of the day doesn't give Skip the line access. Travellers have to take the general queue with the guide.
- Security line is mandatory.
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes
- Due to the passing of Pope Francis, St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel may close without notice. These closures are beyond our control, and no refunds will be issued in such cases. Thank you for your understanding.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-284737P15
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- 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.
- Radios.
- Skip the line Tickets.
- Tour Guide.
- Transportation, Gratuities.
- Access to St Peter's Basilica.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There 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 Rome Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums Guided Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rome Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums Guided 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
- Radios
- Skip the line Tickets
- Tour Guide
- Transportation, Gratuities
- Access to St Peter's Basilica
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Please provide your Whatsapp number for better communications
- Last tour of the day doesn't give Skip the line access. Travellers have to take the general queue with the guide.
- Security line is mandatory.
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes
- Due to the passing of Pope Francis, St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel may close without notice. These closures are beyond our control, and no refunds will be issued in such cases. Thank you for your understanding.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
