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Small group tour of Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica

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The cultural itinerary of the guided tour of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line entrance has been designed to allow you, in about two and a half hours, to visit the artistic treasures of these extraordinary places. All this without wasting time in long and stressful queues. Thanks to our guided tour, you can enjoy priority access, accompanied by an expert guide, trained and certified in historical and artistic disciplines.

What's Included

  • Vatican Museums skip the line tickets
  • Toilets available at the end of the tour at our meeting point
  • Free wi fi at our meeting point
  • Snacks cibi e bevande
  • Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza Papa Pio XII
00193 Roma RM, Italy

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

End point

Viale Vaticano
Roma RM, Italy

The drop off is outside the Vatican Museums.

What To Expect

Cortile della Pigna (Pass By)

The bronze pinecone in the courtyard, is four metres high and two and a half metres wide, and dates back to the 2nd century and has a meaning of immortality and rebirth.
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Gallery of Maps

The Gallery of Maps, commissioned by Pope Gregory XIII, was realised between 1580 and 1585. The frescoes were painted by Italian and Flemish artists under the direction of Ignazio Danti, mathematician, astronomer and cosmographer.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Museo Pio Clementino

The Pio Clementino Museum in the Vatican Museums was founded by Clement XIV in 1771. Here there is also the famous Laocoon group, a Roman copy of the 1st century A.D. from a 2nd century B.C. Greek bronze original by Hagesandros, Athanadoros and Polydoros, found in Rome on the Esquiline Hill in 1506.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

The Sistine Chapel is decorated with Michelangelo's splendid frescoes. His splendid works cover the vault and the back wall (with the Last Judgement) above the altar. Inside the Chapel, the conclave, baptism and other official ceremonies are held by the Pope himself.
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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 pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small group tour of Vatican 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).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. 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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Average 4.85 out of 5 stars based on 78 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small group tour of Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica?
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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).
  • 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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Vatican Museums skip the line tickets.
  • Toilets available at the end of the tour at our meeting point.
  • Free wi fi at our meeting point.
  • Earphones.
  • Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Snacks. cibi e bevande.
  • Carbonated beverages. Soda/Pop.
  • Gratuities.
  • Private transportation.
  • St.Peter's Basilica Access and guided tour.
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..

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 Small group tour of Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • 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 Small group tour of Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica 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

  • Vatican Museums skip the line tickets
  • Toilets available at the end of the tour at our meeting point
  • Free wi fi at our meeting point
  • Earphones
  • Tour Guide
  • Snackscibi e bevande
  • Carbonated beveragesSoda/Pop
  • Gratuities
  • Private transportation
  • St.Peter's Basilica Access and guided tour

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

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 pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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