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Welcome to our company. We’ll take you through some incredible sights, beginning with the Vatican Museums, where you’ll explore masterpieces like the Sistine Chapel and the Gallery of Maps. We’ll walk through centuries of history, art, and culture as I share fascinating insights about the artists, their works, and the significance behind each piece. This trip offers a unique blend of history and beauty, giving you an unforgettable glimpse into Vatican City’s rich heritage.

Let’s begin this journey with us and give us a opportunity to make your trip best.

What's Included

  • Headset , map of vatican city, bottle of water
  • Live Guide
  • Snacks
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via Sebastiano Veniero
00192 Roma RM, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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00120
Vatican City

After finishing the tour they can stay as long as possible in sistine chapel.

What To Expect

Vatican City (Pass By)

The Vatican Museums, located within Vatican City, house one of the world’s most important art collections. Established by Pope Julius II in the early 16th century, the museums display an immense collection of artworks accumulated by the Roman Catholic Church over centuries. They feature over 70,000 pieces, with around 20,000 on public display, including classical sculptures, Renaissance masterpieces, and intricate religious artifacts. Highlights include the Sistine Chapel, with its iconic ceiling painted by Michelangelo, and the Raphael Rooms, showcasing frescoes by Raphael. The museums span various galleries and rooms, such as the Gallery of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Gregorian Egyptian Museum, containing ancient relics. Visitors can experience art spanning over 4,000 years, from ancient Egyptian to contemporary works. The Vatican Museums are a cultural and spiritual treasure trove, attracting millions of visitors each year to admire its rich heritage and artistic legacy
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Museo della Radio Vaticana

The Museo Pio Clementino, part of the Vatican Museums, houses an exceptional collection of classical antiquities. Founded by Popes Clement XIV and Pius VI in the 18th century, the museum features Greek and Roman sculptures, including renowned works like the Laocoön Group and Apollo Belvedere. Spread across several rooms and courtyards, it showcases masterpieces of ancient art, mosaics, and sarcophagi, offering visitors a glimpse into the artistic and cultural achievements of classical civilizations.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Galleria dei Candelabri

The Gallery of the Candelabra, part of the Vatican Museums, is a stunning hall adorned with Roman sculptures, candelabras, and decorative elements from antiquity. Renovated in the late 18th century, it features six sections showcasing ancient statues, reliefs, and ornate marble candelabras. The gallery’s richly decorated ceiling and detailed artwork offer a grand setting, highlighting the Vatican's extensive collection of classical antiquities and its dedication to preserving artistic heritage
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Gallery of Maps

The Gallery of Maps, located in the Vatican Museums, is a 120-meter-long corridor adorned with 40 large, detailed maps depicting Italy and its regions as they were in the late 16th century. Commissioned by Pope Gregory XIII and created by cartographer Ignazio Danti between 1580 and 1585, the maps showcase Italy’s geography, topography, and coastal regions with remarkable precision for their time. The gallery’s richly frescoed ceiling complements the maps, featuring scenes from Italian history and mythology. This stunning gallery is both an artistic and historical treasure, offering a unique glimpse into Renaissance-era cartography and Italy’s past.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Gallery of Tapestries

The Gallery of Tapestries in the Vatican Museums displays intricate 16th-century Flemish tapestries crafted by Pieter van Aelst’s workshop. Depicting biblical scenes and designed by Raphael’s pupils, the gallery showcases the artistry and craftsmanship of Renaissance tapestry making.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Galleria Delle Carte Geografiche

The Galleria delle Carte Geografiche (Gallery of Maps) in Vatican City is a stunning gallery located in the Vatican Museums. It houses a series of 40 detailed maps that depict Italy's regions as they appeared in the 16th century. Created by the Italian friar and cartographer Ignazio Danti, these maps were painted between 1580 and 1585 on the gallery's walls, showcasing the topography and landmarks of each region. The gallery, which stretches for 120 meters, is known for its artistic beauty and historical significance, serving as both an artistic and geographical masterpiece.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

The Sistine Chapel, located within Vatican City, is renowned for its magnificent Renaissance frescoes, particularly Michelangelo's iconic ceiling and *The Last Judgment*. Commissioned by Pope Sixtus IV in the late 15th century, the chapel serves as the papal conclave’s venue, where new popes are elected. Michelangelo's ceiling, painted between 1508 and 1512, depicts scenes from the Book of Genesis, including *The Creation of Adam*. His later work, *The Last Judgment* (1536–1541), covers the altar wall and portrays Christ’s Second Coming. The chapel’s rich artistic and spiritual significance makes it one of the most visited sites in the world.
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20 minutes • 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
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travel time is added to the total time duration.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skip The Line Vatican 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 (CEST). 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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skip The Line Vatican Tour?
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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 (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • headset , map of vatican city, bottle of water.
  • Live Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Snacks.
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Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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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..

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Skip The Line Vatican Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Disable people & people who use whealchair are forbidden for this tour
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Skip The Line Vatican Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Headset , map of vatican city, bottle of water
  • Live Guide
  • Snacks

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Disable people & people who use whealchair are forbidden for this tour
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travel time is added to the total time duration.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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