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Skip the Line Vatican Tour Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica

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3 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Maximize your Vatican experience on this fast-track guided tour covering the top three attractions: the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Meet your licensed guide and group near the entrance, then bypass the long lines with skip-the-line access.

Inside the Vatican Museums, marvel at world-renowned art collections, including the Gallery of Maps and Raphael Rooms. Your guide will share fascinating stories and context behind the masterpieces.

Continue into the Sistine Chapel to admire Michelangelo’s ceiling and The Last Judgment. Afterward, follow your guide through a special passage directly into St. Peter’s Basilica, where you’ll see the Pietà, the altar of St. Peter, and the largest dome in Christianity.

This tour is ideal for first-time visitors who want a meaningful, in-depth introduction to the Vatican City.

What's Included

  • Access to St. Peter’s Basilica (except on religious holidays)
  • Skip-the-line access to Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
  • Headsets to hear your guide clearly
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via Germanico
00192 Roma RM, Italy

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

End point

00120
Vatican City

Our guide will leave you after the Sistine Chapel.

What To Expect

Vatican City

Step into the smallest country in the world, rich with art, history, and religious significance.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Vatican Museums

Explore one of the world’s greatest art collections, spanning centuries and showcasing masterpieces from around the globe.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Galleria dei Candelabri

Marvel at elegant Greco-Roman sculptures and artifacts in this stunning marble-lined gallery.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Gallery of Tapestries

Walk through this impressive hall, lined with intricate tapestries depicting biblical scenes and Renaissance artistry.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Gallery of Maps

Admire breathtaking, frescoed maps of Italy’s regions and cities, a unique blend of art and geography.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Museo Pio Clementino

Discover a treasure trove of ancient Roman and Greek sculptures, including the iconic Laocoön and his sons.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

Stand beneath Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes, including The Creation of Adam, in one of the world’s most famous chapels. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

St. Peter's Basilica

Enjoy special access to this awe-inspiring basilica. A guided tour of the basilica will be provided for all guests who book the tour “with basilica”. Those booking “without Basilcia” will enjoy skip-the-line access and be able to explore this site independently.
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30 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
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skip the Line Vatican Tour Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica?

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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What's Included

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  • Access to St. Peter’s Basilica (except on religious holidays)
  • Skip-the-line access to Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
  • Headsets to hear your guide clearly
  • Guided tour with licensed Vatican expert
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

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
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Free cancellation

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

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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).

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