Exclusive Sunday Tour of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Vatican City with our exclusive guided tour! Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Vatican Museums, home to thousands of years of art and history. Our expert guides will lead you through the stunning galleries, sharing fascinating insights and stories that bring each masterpiece to life.
Marvel at the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s iconic ceiling awaits. Take in the intricate details and the sublime artistry in this spiritual haven, all while our guide provides context and history to enhance your experience.
This tour takes place on the last Sunday of the month, when entry to the Vatican Museums is free. Please note that the fee you pay covers the professional guidance and in-depth commentary provided by our expert guide throughout the experience.
What's Included
- Access to the Sistine Chapel
- Guided Tour of the Vatican Museums
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
- Official headsets of the Vatican Museums to hear the guide clearly
- Transportation
- Gratuities
- Skip-the-Line
Meeting Location
Via Vittor Pisani
00136 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
00120
Vatican City
Sistine Chapel. Use nearby taxis, metro, or buses for easy transport back.
What To Expect
Vatican Museums
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Sistine Chapel
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible
- 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
- During busy periods, increased visitor numbers may lead to longer wait times for security checks and the mandatory collection of Vatican headsets
- Please note that the tickets for this tour is from the queue and not skip the line
- Due to the rules inside the Sistine Chapel, guides are not permitted to speak. As a result, the guide will provide an explanation of the Sistine Chapel's significance and its artwork while the group is in the queue to enter the Vatican Museums. The guide will still accompany you inside the Sistine Chapel, but no further commentary can be given once inside.
- During Sede Vacante, the Sistine Chapel may close without prior notice for the Papal Conclave. Access is not guaranteed, and no refunds will be provided for such closures.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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