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Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Private Tour w/Holy Door Access

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Overview

Explore the wonders of Vatican City on this exclusive private tour, offering a guided visit to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, with special access to the Holy Door. With skip-the-line privileges, bypass long queues and dive straight into the Vatican’s artistic and historical treasures.

Your journey begins in the Vatican Museums, where your expert guide will lead you through the most renowned galleries, unveiling masterpieces from ancient sculptures to Renaissance frescoes.

Next, step into the Sistine Chapel and admire Michelangelo’s The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment, two of the most celebrated works in art history.

Conclude with special access to the Holy Door, a sacred threshold opened only during Jubilee Years. This marks the end of the guided portion, but you may independently explore St. Peter’s Basilica at your own pace.

What's Included

  • Skip-the-line to the Vatican Museums
  • Access St. Peter's Basilica from the Holy Door
  • Bypass the queues & maximize your time exploring with pre-reserved tickets
  • Transfer services
  • Gratuities
  • Dome access is not included. Tickets (€10 per person) can be purchased inside St. Peter’s Basilica.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via Vittor Pisani
00136 Roma RM, Italy

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

End point

Piazza San Pietro
00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

End Point: The tour concludes at St. Peter's Square.Transportation:Public Transportation: The closest metro station is Ottaviano - Musei Vaticani (Line A). This station offers convenient connections to other parts of Rome. Taxi: Taxis are readily available near St. Peter's Square.

What To Expect

Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

Immerse yourself in a world of artistic and historical marvels within the Vatican Museums. Explore vast galleries brimming with sculptures, paintings, and artifacts, spanning from ancient civilizations to the Renaissance. Your expert guide will navigate you through iconic spaces like the Gallery of Maps, featuring intricate cartographical masterpieces, revealing the geographical understanding of the past.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

Prepare to be awestruck by the Sistine Chapel, a pinnacle of Renaissance art. Gaze upwards at Michelangelo's breathtaking ceiling frescoes, depicting scenes from the Book of Genesis, and marvel at the powerful Last Judgement adorning the altar wall. Your knowledgeable guide will unveil the rich symbolism and stories hidden within these artistic wonders.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

St. Peter's Basilica

Enter St. Peter’s Basilica through the Holy Door, gaining direct access to the world’s largest church. Once inside, explore at your own pace and take in the breathtaking grandeur of this sacred space. Admire the intricate mosaics, towering columns, and magnificent sculptures that fill the vast interior. Marvel at Michelangelo’s Pietà, a deeply moving depiction of the Virgin Mary holding the body of Christ, and stand beneath Bernini’s majestic bronze canopy, which soars above the main altar. While this part of the visit is self-guided, the Basilica’s awe-inspiring beauty and rich history speak for themselves, making for an unforgettable experience.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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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
  • Free admission with a certified disability card of 74% or higher. Companions for non-self-sufficient visitors also enter for free. Please notify the tour provider at booking
  • All visitors must have their shoulders and knees covered to enter the Museums & Basilica
  • During busy periods, increased visitor numbers may lead to longer wait times for security checks and the mandatory collection of Vatican headsets

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Private Tour w/Holy Door Access?

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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Private Tour w/Holy Door Access?
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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 to the Vatican Museums.
  • Access St. Peter's Basilica from the Holy Door.
  • Bypass the queues & maximize your time exploring with pre-reserved tickets.
  • Headsets to hear the guide better (from 6 & more participants).
  • Expert Private Guide: Your own knowledgeable guide will lead you through Vatican City.
The following is NOT included:
  • Transfer services.
  • Gratuities.
  • Dome access is not included. Tickets (€10 per person) can be purchased inside St. Peter’s Basilica.
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 & Sistine Chapel Private Tour w/Holy Door Access 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 & Sistine Chapel Private Tour w/Holy Door Access 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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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Skip-the-line to the Vatican Museums
  • Access St. Peter's Basilica from the Holy Door
  • Bypass the queues & maximize your time exploring with pre-reserved tickets
  • Headsets to hear the guide better (from 6 & more participants)
  • Expert Private Guide: Your own knowledgeable guide will lead you through Vatican City
  • Transfer services
  • Gratuities
  • Dome access is not included. Tickets (€10 per person) can be purchased inside St. Peter’s Basilica.

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Due to uneven surfaces and numerous stairs within the Museums, this tour is not suitable for wheelchair users. Please contact us to discuss accessible tour options or alternative arrangements
  • Free admission with a certified disability card of 74% or higher. Companions for non-self-sufficient visitors also enter for free. Please notify the tour provider at booking
  • All visitors must have their shoulders and knees covered to enter the Museums & Basilica
  • During busy periods, increased visitor numbers may lead to longer wait times for security checks and the mandatory collection of Vatican headsets
  • In the rare case of basilica closure your expert guide will curate an alternative itinerary within the Vatican to ensure a memorable experience
  • During a Papal transition, the Sistine Chapel may close without notice for the Papal Conclave. Access is not guaranteed, and no refunds will be issued for closures.

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