Discover Vatican treasures with an expert guide. Enjoy early access, explore iconic galleries, and marvel at Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel fresco.
- Vatican Museums - The Vatican Museums rank among the world’s most frequented art museums. This extensive complex, comprising 24 galleries or rooms, boasts a wealth of Renaissance masterpieces and other intriguing collections. Given the vast array of exhibits, planning your visit in advance is crucial.
Buying a skip-the-line ticket for the Vatican Museums ahead of time lets you bypass the long entrance queues and walk straight into the museums without waiting. Although you will still need to pass through security checks and present your printed or digital voucher (along with a valid photo ID) at the entrance, you will avoid the lengthy wait times that are typical during peak seasons.
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Sistine Chapel - The Sistine Chapel in Vatican City is one of the world’s most breathtaking attractions, drawing millions of visitors annually. It features stunning frescoes by Michelangelo and serves as the venue for papal conclaves, baptisms, and other official ceremonies. In 1508, Michelangelo was commissioned to paint the chapel’s ceiling, a project he worked on for four years. The result is an unforgettable masterpiece, regarded as one of the greatest paintings in history. Originally, the ceiling was adorned with gold stars on a blue sky, but Michelangelo’s work transformed it into one of the most iconic images ever created. Besides the magnificent ceiling artworks, the Sistine Chapel also houses intriguing statues and reliefs along its sides.
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St. Peter’s Basilica - St. Peter’s Basilica is a must-visit for its rich history and grandeur. Situated in the heart of the Vatican, it has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984. There are numerous reasons to explore this architectural wonder, including its status as the final resting place of the Apostle Peter. As the holiest church in the world, it contains many significant relics of Christian history. Visiting St. Peter’s Basilica is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that should not be missed.
- Guided tour of Sistine Chapel
- Guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica
- Guided tour of Vatican Museum
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Explore the Vatican Museums’ art collection with an art historian guide on a trip that includes an optional visit to Castel Gandolfo. Getting into the museums before the general public allows you to see them in all their glory.
You’ll walk around the vast galleries in peace and quiet, with plenty of time to admire all the classic statues, Renaissance masterpieces and more. You’ll also be able to spend some time in the Lapidary Gallery, the Borgia Apartment and Raphael Rooms before you make your way to the Sistine Chapel to bask in Michelangelo’s famous ceiling fresco.
Vatican city guided tour will explain all the major artworks and you’ll also be able to spend some extra time in the Borgia Apartment, the Sistine Chapel and of course St. Peter’s Square.
The guides on these tours are all knowledgeable and incredibly friendly. They will ensure that you have a great time on your tour.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
