Vatican Museums Tour: Explore Iconic Art and History

Discover Vatican City’s art, history, and spirituality with expert guides and skip-the-line access. Join our exclusive tour for an unforgettable experience.

Duration: 2 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Giulio Cesare - Circuito Cinema - Welcome to the starting point of your tour. Our team will ensure a seamless beginning to your Vatican adventure and provide any necessary information. With hosted entry, you can start your visit effortlessly. Your guide will give a brief overview of the Vatican guided tour for families while waiting in line to enter the Vatican Museums with skip-the-line tickets.

  • Vatican Museums - Discover the vast Vatican Museums at your own pace, enjoying highlights such as the Gallery of Maps and the Gallery of Tapestries. This self-guided tour allows you to admire world-renowned collections and Renaissance masterpieces.

  • Sistine Chapel - The Sistine Chapel Experience! Continue your family tour of the Vatican Museums to the Sistine Chapel, one of the most famous chapels in the world. Enter the Sistine Chapel and admire Michelangelo’s stunning ceiling frescoes, including the iconic “Creation of Adam.” Learn about the history and significance of the artworks from your guide during this guided tour. The Sistine Chapel, adorned with Michelangelo’s magnificent frescoes depicting The Last Judgment, is also the site of the papal conclave.

What's Included
  • Map and recommendations for a self-guided visit
  • Access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • All fees and taxes
  • Hosted entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
What's Not Included
  • Transportation to/from the meeting Point
  • Food and beverages
  • Entry to St. Peter’s Basilica (requires separate security check and permission)
Additional Information

Enjoy a hosted entry to the Vatican Museums and discover some of the world’s most renowned art and historical landmarks at your leisure. This self-guided tour allows you to explore legendary galleries such as the Gallery of Maps, Gallery of Tapestries, and the Raphael Rooms, which feature masterpieces by one of the Renaissance’s greatest artists. The highlight of your visit will be the Sistine Chapel, where you can admire Michelangelo’s stunning frescoes, including the iconic Creation of Adam. This tour provides an ideal mix of guided assistance and the freedom to explore one of the most captivating cultural sites on the planet.

  • Dress Code: Shoulders and knees must be covered.
  • Security Checks: All visitors must pass through security screening.
  • Waiting Time: At times, despite our priority access tickets, we may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues. Your guide will start the tour introduction during this time.
  • Photography: Flash photography is not permitted.
  • Personal Belongings: Large bags, backpacks, and umbrellas must be checked in at the cloakroom.
  • We do not have control over any updates or closures as we must follow Vatican rules and regulations.
Location
Viale Giulio Cesare, 229
Viale Giulio Cesare
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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441magdys
Jul 30, 2024
Rome tour - This is the first time that I visited Rome I really enjoyed my first day because of you guys Thank you very much for everyone specially for simo You guys are amazing
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Tbolbim
Jul 30, 2024
A very nice experience - It was a very nice day. The tour guide was very friendly and generous he offered us water because it is hot. It was a very nice experience. I'm going back with my family next time. A big thank you to simo. Recommended.
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