Vatican Museums Tour: Skip-the-Line Access

Skip the line and explore the Vatican, Sistine Chapel, and Basilica with a small group guided tour. Discover the heart of Catholicism effortlessly.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Vatican Museums - At the ticket office you will meet our accredited guide who will accompany you inside the Museums and Sistine Chapel explaining what you will see on each floor.
  • Sistine Chapel - Discover the museum chambers, then step into the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel—the Pope’s private sanctuary, a must-visit during any Vatican…
What's Included
  • Guaranteed skip-the-line access
  • St. Peter’s Basilica Access Entry
  • Guided Official Tour of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Use of headsets
What's Not Included
  • Guided Tour of the St. Peter’s Basilica
  • Afternoon Option Access to the St. Peter’s Basilica is excluded
Additional Information

This Vatican Museums Skip-the-Line Tour is perfect for newcomers and those wishing to avoid the usual long lines at the Vatican. Join the tour group to skip the entrance queues and explore the museum’s highlights, including the Sistine Chapel and Raphael’s Rooms, with an expert guide. Additionally, morning tours provide skip-the-line access to St….

Location
Via degli Scipioni, 9
Via degli Scipioni
Look for the board with "Pioneer Tours" at the meeting point. Get off at "Ottaviano" Stop on Metro A.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Delia_t
Oct 18, 2024
I would like to start by... - I would like to start by complimenting the excellent organization, which made the experience truly enjoyable. A special thanks goes to our guide,Roberta , who was absolutely outstanding. She was highly professional, empathetic, and knowledgeable, as well as always available and attentive in addressing all our curiosities. An exceptional guide who made our tour even more memorable!
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Micky_s
Oct 18, 2024
Maria was fantastic. She... - Maria was fantastic. She shared a wealth of knowledge about the Vatican’s history and art, making it both interesting and engaging. She was friendly, approachable, and an absolutely exceptional guide.
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Marco_s
Oct 17, 2024
Punctuality, expertise,... - Punctuality, expertise, and kindness—Marta, our guide, truly embodies these qualities. He made our visit to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel both engaging and enjoyable, never boring for a moment.
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Kali_h
Oct 17, 2024
Our tour guide was... - Our tour guide was exceptionally knowledgeable and made the entire experience seamless. With skip-the-line access, we avoided the long queue and entered the sites without delay. I highly recommend this tour!
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Jack_w
Oct 15, 2024
This tour perfectly... - This tour perfectly matched what I was looking for. The guide was exceptionally well-prepared and attentive, offering not only historical and artistic explanations—essential for fully appreciating the Vatican’s magnificent collection—but also managing the practical details of the visit, such as selecting the best route and allowing time for well-paced breaks to admire the art. Highly recommended!
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Aroon_a
Oct 14, 2024
I recommend to everyone - The guide was incredible—highly knowledgeable and excellent at engaging the entire group. It was great to see how inclusive he was, taking the time to answer all our questions and making the visit feel genuinely special.
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Sharoon_e
Oct 14, 2024
fantastic - Our guide, Maria , was fantastic—full of energy and enthusiasm. She was engaging and, even with the crowds, managed to lead us in a way that made the experience both fun and unforgettable. I would highly recommend this tour, especially with her as your guide!”
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Emma_d
Oct 12, 2024
A wonderful experience.... - A wonderful experience. Special praise to our guide, Silvia, for the delightful way she shared her immense knowledge and expertise in history and art history with us. It’s rare to find someone so capable of sharing a love for beauty. Truly impressive!
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Anna_c
Oct 10, 2024
Outstanding experience! I... - Outstanding experience! I will never forget this tour. Marian, our tour guide, was incredibly knowledgeable, attentive to everyone, and made sure no one felt left out. He continuously checked in to ensure we understood everything he explained. He is truly an asset to your company.
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Robert_z
Oct 9, 2024
Enjoyable Tour - Today, I had a wonderful tour of the Vatican. My guide, Marco, was friendly, engaging, and incredibly informative. The smooth process of meeting him and skipping the lines made the experience even more enjoyable!
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From $58
up to 10 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).