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3 hours

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Excursion

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Rome

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Semi-private Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

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Discover the Vatican's treasures in an intimate group of 10. Sistine Chapel, Museums & St. Peter’s await. Secure your exclusive tour today!

Highlights

Explore the treasures of the Vatican including the:

* Vatican Museums
* Sistine Chapel and Michelangelo’s The Final Judgement
* Pigna Courtyard
* Pius Clementino Museum
* Candelabra Gallery
* Tapestry Gallery
* Raphael’s Rooms
* Sistine Chapel

    included with

    * Entrance Tickets with exclusive "No Wait" Partner's entrance
    * Professional Guide
    * Wireless Audio Headset

      excluded by

      * Optional Gratuities
      * Transportation

        Essential Information

        Please review the following guidelines to ensure a smooth experience at the attractions:
        Guided Tours::
        Customers must adhere to the assigned guide throughout the tour.
        External guides cannot be added to the group after purchase.
        Access requires escort by the assigned guide. Opting out forfeits tour rights and tickets without refunds.
        Security Measures::
        Heightened security may cause delays during entry.
        Guests with pacemakers must present a certificate to bypass security screening.
        Dress Code::
        Appropriate attire is required for religious sites.
        Avoid sleeveless blouses, miniskirts, shorts, and hats.
        Tour Entry Requirements::
        Provide first name and surname for all entries.
        Failure to do so may result in denial of entry.
        Passport mandatory on the tour day.
        Suggestions::
        Moderate physical fitness is recommended.
        Wear comfortable shoes and bring sunscreen during summer.
        Cloakroom::
        Items larger than 40 x 35 x 15 cm must be stored.
        Prohibited items include suitcases, large bags, umbrellas, tripods, and signage.
        Shoulder bags up to 15 cm wide are permitted.
        Accessibility::
        The areas are not wheelchair accessible and may pose challenges for individuals with mobility issues.
        Please be aware that during the Jubilee Year, certain areas of the Vatican Museums may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies. Additionally, entrance to St. Peter's Basilica may also experience unannounced closures. These circumstances are beyond our control. Thank you for your understanding.

        Please note: It is mandatory to bring your passport or valid ID card on the day of the tour.
        * For the issuance of Vatican Museums tickets, providing a first name and surname is mandatory. Without this information, the ticket cannot be issued. It is also mandatory to bring your passport on the day of the tour
        * By purchasing this tour, the customer agrees to follow only the guide assigned to him/her. It is not permitted to add external guides to the group after the tour has been purchased. We inform our customers that, in such circumstances, access to the Vatican Museums will be granted only if escorted by the assigned guide and respective group. If one chooses to opt out, they will forfeit all rights to the tour and ticket, with no possibility of a refund.
        * Please note that the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica are active places of worship. Therefore, some areas may be subject to sudden closures without prior notice. We will not be held responsible for such closures

          Itinerary

          Discover the masterpieces of Rome on this tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. You won't have to worry about waiting in long lines on this tour! We are here to ensure that you skip the lines and our expert guides will be there to give you an insider's point of view. The afternoon tour is the best option to visit the Museums without the morning crowd.

          The Vatican Museums
          No trip to Rome is complete without a visit to the Vatican Museums. Home to 54 different galleries including four statue museums: Museo Pio-Clementino, Museo Chiaramonti, Museo Gregoriano Etrusco and the Museo Gregoriano Egiziano. These museums are home to some of the most famous works of art in the world, with artists including: Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Caravaggio, Raphael and Giotto, to name a few. An experience that is sure to inspire the art lover in anyone.

          The Sistine Chapel
          The 54th gallery of the Vatican Museums is the famed Sistine Chapel. Completed around 1483, the Sistine Chapel is arguably the most famous chapel in the world due to the artwork located within. View many of the most famous frescoes in the world, including the famous ceiling and "The Last Judgement" painted by Michelangelo. Not only does the Sistine Chapel hold some of the world's most precious works of art, it is still used for religious purposes such as the Papal conclave - the process through which a new Pope is chosen.

          St. Peter's Basilica
          A popular pilgrimage site, St. Peter's Basilica is also one of the largest in the world and a shining example of Renaissance architecture.

          Disclaimer: Please be aware that during the Jubilee Year, certain areas of the Vatican Museums may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies. Additionally, entrance to St. Peter's Basilica may also experience unannounced closures. These circumstances are beyond our control. Thank you for your understanding
          Vatican Museums (visit inside)
          Sistine Chapel (visit inside)
          Internal passageway dedicated to guided group and
          St Peter’s Basilica (visit inside)
          Duration: 3 hours 
          From  $155.06