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Skip-the-line Tour of the Vatican Sistine Chapel St Peter Basilica & Popes Tombs

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The Vatican is home to a portion of the world's most noteworthy show-stoppers, from traditional figures to the perfect works of art of Raphael and Michelangelo. This stunning visit, under the direction of an Art Historian, will take you through the features working through the world renowned Vatican Museums, Raphael's 'Rooms' and the Sistine Chapel, head to Bernini's Colonnade in Saint Peter's Square and completing in the Basilica - the core of the Catholic Church.
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Departure Point

Viale Vaticano, Roma RM, Italy At the stairs outside the Vatican museums, at the monumental white door. Viale Vaticano.

Return Details

Viale Vaticano, Roma RM, Italy At the stairs outside the Vatican museums, at the monumental white door. Viale Vaticano.

  • Vatican Museums, Vatican City, Italy
    Visit the Vatican with special insight into the Sistine Chapel, the Rooms of Raphael, the Basilica of Saint Peter. Meeting at the historical centers, you will be able to skip the long queues and have a chance to drop off items, umbrellas large bags in lockers before the tour begins. The tour will begin by visiting the Ancient Greek and Roman craftsmanship, recovered from old days when the Popes used to be the leaders of Central Italy. The learned guide will highlight the Belvedere Apollo, the Torso, the Busts of Claudius and Hadrian and the Sarcophagi of Helen and Constance, the mother and girl of Emperor Constantine. Continuing into the Room of Animals and the Gallery of Candelabra, then venturing through Roman mosaics. Your guide will point out the statues of Diana of Euphesus, the Muses and the celebrated greek scholars. 
    60 minutes
  • Stanze di Raffaello, Vatican City, Italy
    Following on to the rooms holding Tapestries, the Sobieski Hall and the famous Rooms of Raphael. These rooms were painted by Raphael and his pupils for the Pope Julius II. Marvel at the hues and detailed imagery of the School of Athens and the Parnassus. 
    30 minutes
  • Sistine Chapel, Vatican City, Italy
    Getting on to the Sistine Chapel, the most famed room in Italy. You will see Michelangelo's frescoes particularly the Last Judgement, the Creation of Adam and the Genesis. Along with more subtle elements from the Stories of Moses and Jesus painted by Botticelli, Perugino and other Renaissance experts. Your guide will recount stories and insiders facts about the scenes adorning the walls. 
    30 minutes
  • St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Italy
    The final destination of the tour is Saint Peter's Basilica, as the most stupendous Church in the world. Again featuring Michelangelo's perfected works of Pieta. See the tombs of Popes John XXIII and John Paul II. Admire the custom engineered and designed images that decorate the congregation area.
    30 minutes
  • St. Peter's Square, Vatican City, Italy
    One outside your guide will point out the gallery where the smoke turns out, and highlight the genius of design in Bernini's square.
    30 minutes
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • READ CAREFULLY: Because of the growing popularity of the current pope Francis and his intense activity in organising mass events in the Vatican some areas might get closed last minute without previous notice. This has already happened this year and can happen again during you Vatican tour: the Sistine chapel and/or the Basilica of Saint Peter might not be accessible. In case of such events our tour guide will provide you with a valuable alternative focusing the tour inside the Vatican museums.
  • 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
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    anthony m
    28 Oct 2022
    Excellent personalised experience with a very interesting and amusing guide. Felt we could ask anything we wanted and the tour was the highlight of our trip to Rome.
    This tour in is organized by Guided Tours of Florence and Tuscany

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