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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Embark on a memorable morning with a 2.5-3-hour small group tour of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Raphael Rooms, Sistine Chapel, and Gallery of Tapestry during this special early morning excursion. Gain insights into the rich history of the Vatican, the masterpieces on display, and the talented artists behind them, all expertly narrated by your licensed and enthusiastic guide. This unique and unforgettable experience commences at 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM, ensuring an intimate and personalized exploration.
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
On Wednesdays the Basilica guided tour is not included due to the Pope's Public Audience
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Lunch
Transportation to/from attractions
Gratuities
Departure Point
Viale Vaticano, 104, 00165 Roma RM, Italy
Coffee Bar Paolo, very close to the entrance of the Vatican Museums .
Sistine Chapel, Vatican City, Italy The guide will explain the Sistine Chapel before accessing the site as the silence is required in this holy place. You will finally see with your own eyes the Last Judgement and the Sistine Chapel ceiling, the masterpieces Michelangelo left as his inheritance to the whole humanity 20 minutes
Vatican Museums, Vatican City, Italy Within the Vatican Museums you will visit the Pio Clementino Museum, Gallery of Candelabra, Gallery of Maps and Gallery of Tapestries 110 minutes
Stanze di Raffaello, Vatican City, Italy The marvellous Raphael Rooms are part of this itinerary where you will be able to admire the well known The School of Athens 20 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
On Wednesdays the access to the Basilica is nor allowed due to the Pope's audience
basilica is not included in 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
massimodF2353JK
09 Nov 2022
Di ritorno a Roma appositamente per visitare i Musei Vaticani. Abbiamo prenotato scegliendo la guida e “salta la coda”. Un’emozione unica tra marmi, sculture, arazzi, dipinti, affreschi e tanti tesori. La guida, filo michelangiolesca anche troppo, aveva le ali ai piedi e qualcosa è stata visitata con troppa fretta. La Cappella Sistina, bellissima ma nell insieme e nella “mischia” forse deludente.
MindfulCylist69
07 Feb 2020
Having looked at the queue of people going into Vatican City, we were immediately relieved that we had booked a tour that was 'skip the line'. We were able to get in easily with no fuss, as opposed to others waiting for an hour or two (and this was the off season). We had good, fast access to every aspect of the tour which gave us great value for money.
Dina was our guide for the morning. She was an exceptional guide and was a wealth of knowledge. She has been doing these tours for 20 years and so she not only knows what she is talking about, but seems to be well known by staff and other tour guides which helped with the smooth nature of the tour. Dina was flexible to the needs of our small group and was friendly and clearly enjoys her job.
I would recommend City Lights Tours and would highly recommend Dina as a guide.
waynekc2018
13 Oct 2018
Alberto was an outstanding tour guide. He was extremely well informed, provided great advice on moving from place to place, and had excellent english language skills. He had a very relaxed demeanor. The tour itself was excellent. We had early access, and what a huge advantage.
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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