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Vatican Museums Early Access: Priority Entry to Sistine Chapel & Michelangelo's Masterpieces
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Experience early access to the Vatican Museums and enjoy priority entry to the Sistine Chapel and Michelangelo's masterpieces. Customize your visit with a private guide and avoid the crowds. Book now!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Vatican Museums - Pius Clementine Museum (Apoxyomenos, Octagonal Courtyard, Belvedere Apollo, Laocoon, Room of the Animals, Room of Muses, Belvedere Torso, Greek-cross Room) Pinecone Courtyard, Chiaramonti Gallery, Gallery of the Candelabra, Gallery of the Tapestries, Gallery of the Maps.
- Sistine Chapel - The Sistine Chapel takes its name from Pope Sixtus IV della Rovere (pontiff from 1471 to 1484) who had the old Cappella Magna restored between 1477 and 1480. The 15th century decoration of the walls includes: the false drapes, the Stories of Moses, the Stories of Christ and the portraits of the Popes. It was executed by a team of painters made up initially of Pietro Perugino, Sandro Botticelli, Domenico Ghirlandaio and Cosimo Rosselli. On the Ceiling Pier Matteo d’Amelia painted a starry sky. The work on the frescoes began in 1481 and was concluded in 1482. This is also the date of the following works in marble: the screen, the choir stalls (where the choristers took their places), and the pontifical coat of arms over the entrance door.
- St. Peter’s Square - Designed and built by Bernini between 1656 and 1667, during the pontificate of Alexander VII (1655-1667), the square is made up of two different areas. The first has a trapezoid shape, marked off by two straight closed and convergent arms on each side of the church square. The second area is elliptical and is surrounded by the two hemicycles of a four-row colonnade, because, as Bernini said, \
What's Included
- Customizable tour itinerary within the Museums
- Licensed Vatican City authorized tour guide
- Meet at Vatican Museums entrance at 8:00 AM
- Exclusive private walking tour
What's Not Included
- Upon request, our office can purchase your Vatican Museums tickets (Eur 50,00 per person).
- Upon request, our office can purchase your St. Peter’s Basilica tickets (Eur 1,50 per person)
Additional Information
Embark on a voyage through the world’s most significant art trove, amassed by Popes since the early 1500s. Enjoy magnificent works from Michelangelo, including the ‘Genesis’ and ‘Last Judgment’ stories, arrayed in the Sistine Chapel. Also available for exploration are Raphael’s quarters, adorned by the renowned artist himself for Pope Julius II’s private use. Customized visits can be arranged on request with your personal guide.
Our team will procure priority entrance passes for the Vatican Museums, inclusive of the Sistine Chapel, allowing you to bypass the queues. Availing the 08:00 AM entry to the Museums will enable early access to the Sistine Chapel, one hour ahead of the official commencement, helping you steer clear of later hour crowds.
Your meeting point with the tour guide is Viale Vaticano 100, Rome, precisely outside the Vatican Museums, in front of Caffe Vaticano at 8 AM.
Upon the conclusion of the tour, your guide will assist you in locating a taxi or Uber to transport you back to your accommodation.
- 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
- All tour participants must have a valid ID or Passport to enter the Vatican. It will not be possible to access the Vatican Museums without a valid ID.
Location
Viale Vaticano, 100
Viale Vaticano
Your tour guide will be in front of Caffe Vaticano with a sign with your name.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Phyllis_c
Jun 6, 2024
Very interesting & informative - Our guide was very informative and fun. She shared lots of interesting facts and was easy to listen too.
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Beamercdn
Dec 19, 2023
Private Vatican Tour - This is the tour you want to take! It was the absolute highlight of our five week holiday, and the event we still talk about the most. There is so much to see and experience at the Vatican that it would be easy to be overwhelmed. We found that learning about the history of the location, site, and development was a fascinating insight into the actual buildings and art. It also helps that our guide (Nicola) is insightful, experienced, and fun. While it is difficult to select just one element, the experience of being in the Sistine Chapel was improved by all the information he shared with us prior to arrival. The early access is worth it--you'll appreciate that the chapel is not overflowing with people--and having a deeper understanding of the frescoes and art. Absolutely the BEST part of our time in Rome.
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954ozzies
Jun 29, 2023
LIMOUSINE SERVICE IN ITALY - The group was top notch. The drivers were safe and courteous and the guide was second to none. They picked us up at the port and had us back on time. I would strongly recommend LIMOUSINE SERVICE IN ITALY.
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Astille2021
Aug 31, 2021
Excellent guided tour - Nicolas our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and our tour was amazing! Very professional. The pickup and drop off service was excellent.
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