• Vatican Museums - Discover the Vatican Museums with a knowledgeable guide, and explore the highlights of the remarkable collections featuring an impressive 20,000 works on display. Enjoy over 4 miles of art, sculptures, tapestries, paintings, and architecture.

Belvedere Courtyard
Pinecone Courtyard
Pio Clementino Museum
Octagonal Courtyard
Sala Degli Animali
Sala Delle Muse
Sala Rotonda
Sala A Croce Greca
Gallery of the Candelabra
Gallery of Tapestries
Gallery of Maps

• Sistine Chapel - Be amazed by the stunning Sistine Chapel, a magnificent sanctuary showcasing artworks by renowned painters such as Perugino, Pinturicchio, Ghirlandaio, Rosselli, Botticelli, Signorelli, della Gatta, and, of course, Michelangelo.

Admire the world-famous frescoes that stretch beautifully across the ceiling, with the iconic Creation of Adam as the centerpiece and the majestic Last Judgement on the rear wall, providing a visual feast that captures the divine essence.

Sistine Chapel Frescoes
Cosmati Floor Mosaic
Foreseen conception of Jesus Christ
Pagan Sibyls / Icons
Prophet depictions
Creation of Adam
The Last Judgement
Sacrifice of Jesus Christ
Greek Mythology Styx

• St. Peter’s Basilica - The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter in Vatican City, or simply Saint Peter’s Basilica, is a masterpiece of the Italian High Renaissance and the heart of the Catholic faith, located in Vatican City, an independent microstate surrounded by the city of Rome, Italy.

• Headsets for clear audio in crowded areas
• Small group tour with expert licensed Vatican guide
• Skip-the-line access to Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
• Visit St. Peter’s Basilica if open

• Location Pick Up & Drop Off
• Scavi / Necropolis
• Please note that the Basilica is subject to last minute closures and can not always be included

Bypass the lines, skip the lengthy queues, and delve into the Vatican’s remarkable collections and the breathtaking Sistine Chapel with a knowledgeable guide in a small group setting. This comprehensive and exclusive tour is crafted for those keen to fully explore the Vatican’s offerings.

The Vatican Museums boast a vast collection of art, showcasing exquisite sculptures, frescoes, and architectural marvels that together create a unique collection unmatched anywhere else in the world.

Marvel at the extraordinary sculptures, tapestries, paintings, and architectural creations by Renaissance masters such as Bramante, Bernini, Perugino, Botticelli, D’Antonio, Rosselli, Signorelli, Della Gatta, Ghirlandaio, Raphael, and of course, Michelangelo.

Please be aware that St. Peter’s Basilica may close unexpectedly, and during the papal audience on some Wednesday mornings, entry may not be possible. In such cases, the tour of the Vatican Museums will be extended.

• Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
• If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per “No Show” rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
• If you purchase a reduced ticket and you are not under 16 years old or a student under 26 years old with a valid STUDENT PHOTO ID, the Vatican will deny your entry and you will not be able to visit the Vatican or join the tour.
• All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
• Knees & Shoulders MUST be covered for both men & women.
• Some monuments or areas may be under restoration and subject to last minute closures. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• It is not possible to contact guides when they are inside the Vatican museums, it is the clients responsibility to stay with the guided tour group, if you lose your guide inside the Vatican, there is nothing we can do in this case.
• Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
• St. Peter’s Basilica is subject to last minute closures for religous events, and the Papal audience on some Wednesday and Saturday mornings. In the event that it is closed if you have selected the option to visit St. Peter’s Basilica you will have an extended tour of the Vatican museums. The Basilica is free to enter and we do not have any control in the event of these closures it is not possible to provide a refund under these circumstances.
• Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair.

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