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Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour

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Overview

See all of the major sites inside the Vatican Museums. Get an up-close look at Michelangelo’s famed artwork in the Sistine Chapel, home to some of history’s greatest masterpieces, including The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment.
Our skip the line tickets will save you time and you'll be guided by one of our top-rated guides. They're ready to answer your questions and share with you their knowledge of art history, Catholic traditions, and Vatican culture.

What's Included

  • Skip the Line Access & Entrance Tickets to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
  • Wi-fi at the meeting point
  • Guided tour
  • Tip
  • Private transportation
  • Guided Tour of the Basilica
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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

What To Expect

Vatican Museums

Enjoy with your tour guide one of the most important museums of the world. Admire some masterpieces like the Lacoonte. Enter into the smallest country in the world.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Cortile della Pigna

Discover one of the Vatican's numerous outdoor courtyards, distinguished by a massive bronze pinecone sculpture that lends the courtyard its name.
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35 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Museo Pio Clementino

The Vatican Museums consist of several smaller, distinct museums, each offering a unique experience. Among these, the Museo Pio Clementino stands out as one of the most significant, with unmissable highlights. Be sure to visit the Octagonal Courtyard to see the Laocoonte and the Apollo Belvedere, or the Round Room, where a colossal marble bathtub is guarded by a towering bronze statue of Heracles. In the Room of the Animals, you can find sculptures of various creatures, while the Gallery of the Candelabra will leave you in awe with its intricately painted 3D vaults.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Galleria Delle Carte Geografiche

One of the most visited galleries in the Museums, this stop invites you to find the Italian cities you've visited or perhaps your ancestor's hometown. These hand-painted maps, created in the late 1500s, are also worth admiring for their remarkable detail and intricate decorations.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

Arrive at the final and most famous room of the Vatican Museums: the Sistine Chapel. Home to Michelangelo's frescoes, see first-hand the artwork that earned Michelangelo his global legacy as one of the best artists of all time.
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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
  • This tour is not wheelchair nor mobility scooter accessible
  • Please arrive on time. Latecomers will neither be accommodated nor refunded
  • This activity is not suitable for individuals with reduced mobility or wheelchair / electric stroller users
  • Don't forget to bring a valid photo ID as proof of age for children 18 years and under

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided 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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Average 4.46 out of 5 stars based on 493 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 Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided 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?
A:
The following is included:
  • Skip the Line Access & Entrance Tickets to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel.
  • Wi-fi at the meeting point.
  • Guided tour.
  • Headsets provided exclusively by the Vatican to hear the guide better.
The following is NOT included:
  • Tip.
  • Private transportation.
  • Guided Tour of the Basilica.
Apr 2025
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..

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?
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Accessibility information for the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This tour is not wheelchair nor mobility scooter accessible
  • This tour is not recommended for those with mobility impairments
  • The Vatican Museums provide free entry for visitors who are (according to the requirements stated by the Vatican City) at least 74% disabled with the appropriate certification and provides free entry to caretakers: please inform the local partner when booking if you fit into these requirements
  • 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 Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided 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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  • Skip the Line Access & Entrance Tickets to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
  • Wi-fi at the meeting point
  • Guided tour
  • Headsets provided exclusively by the Vatican to hear the guide better
  • Tip
  • Private transportation
  • Guided Tour of the Basilica

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This tour is not wheelchair nor mobility scooter accessible
  • This tour is not recommended for those with mobility impairments
  • The Vatican Museums provide free entry for visitors who are (according to the requirements stated by the Vatican City) at least 74% disabled with the appropriate certification and provides free entry to caretakers: please inform the local partner when booking if you fit into these requirements
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please arrive at the meeting point, Via Sebastiano Veniero 21, at least 15 minutes before the scheduled tour time
  • Please arrive on time. Latecomers will neither be accommodated nor refunded
  • This activity is not suitable for individuals with reduced mobility or wheelchair / electric stroller users
  • Don't forget to bring a valid photo ID as proof of age for children 18 years and under
  • Be aware that there might be delays in your visit due to capacity regulations and security checks.
  • Remember that the Vatican Museums have a year-round dress code requiring visitors to cover their shoulders and have their pants/skirts reach their knees. This rule applies to both men and women
  • Even if you have a Skip the Line ticket, expect a minor delay of 20-30 minutes due to mandatory security checks conducted by the museum's security team
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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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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