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Fast-Track Tour to Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's

1,058 Reviews 4.55 out of 5 stars Based on 1,058 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Rome, Italy

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3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

* Dive into Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with your guide
* Enjoy immediate access with our priority entrance feature
* Discover the splendors of the Gallery of Tapestries and Geographical Maps
* Revel in the artistic masterpieces inside the Sistine Chapel
* Experience an exclusive tour with limited group size, with no more than 20 participants
* Opt for a convenient hotel pick-up, or reach the meeting point on your own
* Audio headsets provided, ensuring clear commentary

What's Included

  • Expert-guided tour of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with Priority skip-the-line access
  • Medium group capped at 20 participants for a more personalized feel
  • A moment to marvel at the Sistine Chapel's renowned artworks
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation (i.e. this applies to the meeting point options)
  • Entrance to S. Peter's Basilica
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

Hotel Pickup Details: Be ready 45 minutes before departure in the hotel lobby (60 minutes for non-central hotels). For info regarding service feasibility/coverage verification, ask the reception or contact our booking office. If your hotel is not covered, please reach the meeting point on your own.*Meeting point : If your hotel is not serviced or you selected the meeting point option, please make your way to the meeting point 15 minutes prior tour start time. Meet our staff in Piazza del Risorgimento, central to the square, adjacent to Bar l' Ottagono, 20 minutes before the tour begins. Our team wear the 'I love Rome' logo in pink. Nearest metro: A-Line, Ottaviano stop.

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Meeting point

Piazza del Risorgimento, Roma RM, Italy

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meeting point 15 minutes prior tour start time. Meet our staff in Piazza del Risorgimento, central to the square, adjacent to Bar l' Ottagono, 20 minutes before the tour begins. Our team wear the 'I love Rome' logo in pink. Nearest metro: A-Line, Ottaviano stop.

End point

Saint Peter's Square, Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

The tour ends after 3.5h approximately near Piazza San Pietro.

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What To Expect

Piazza Del Risorgimento

Welcome & Briefing Begin with a warm greeting from our specialized guide, who will overview the tour and make sure that all guests have checked in
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Vatican Museums

Priority Entrance Skip the lines and start your immersive guided tour through art and history!Cortile della Pigna: Marvel at the expansive 300 sq.m. courtyard named after its central pine cone-shaped statue. Museo Pio Clementino: Navigate through 12 rooms filled with mesmerizing Roman and Greek artworks. Gallery of Tapestries & Maps: Appreciate the intricate tapestries and historic map displays showcasing Italy's geographical evolution. Borgia Apartment: Step into six rooms highlighting the powerful Borgia family's insignia, commissioned by Pope Alexander VI. Raphael Rooms: Stand in awe before the breathtaking frescoes by Raphael and his students, including the iconic "School of Athens.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

Sistine Chapel Admiration Immerse yourself in Michelangelo's renowned masterpiece. Relish the vibrant colors and unparalleled artistry overhead.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

St. Peter's Square (Pass By)

Tour ConclusionYour tour will end at Piazza San Pietro after approximately 3.5 hours.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • By purchasing this tour, the customer agrees to follow only the guide assigned to him/her. It is not permitted to add external guides to the group after the tour has been purchased. We inform our customers that, in such circumstances, access to the Vatican Museums will be granted only if escorted by the assigned guide and respective group. If one chooses to opt out, they will forfeit all rights to the tour and ticket, with no possibility of a refund.
  • For the issuance of Vatican Museums tickets, providing a first name and surname is mandatory. Without this information, the ticket cannot be issued. Once the Vatican Museums ticket is issued, it is non-refundable. It is also mandatory to bring your passport on the day of the tour
  • Please note that the Vatican Museums is an active place of worship. Therefore, some areas may be subject to sudden closures without prior notice. We will not be held responsible for such closures.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy?

A: The Fast-Track Tour to Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's has a Free Cancellation policy. 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

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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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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