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Vatican and Vatacombs Tour: Treasures of the Sistine Chapel

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3h 30m
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English
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Overview

Guidekin summary

The Museums, the Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel with a licensed guide, then fast track entry into St Peter's and down to the papal tombs beneath it, the part most Vatican tours skip. Priority entrance and guide are included at €119 per person, pickup and tips are not. Not possible with a wheelchair, and holiday closures can trim the route.

From the guide

Enjoy skip-the-line entry to what is arguably the most important and largest art collection in the world. For over five hundred years, popes commissioned works of art from the most talented painters and sculptors to enjoy at the Vatican amongst an elite circle of clerics, nobles, and scholars.

Walk in the footsteps of popes and Renaissance masters as you take in the Rooms of Raphael and the Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches by none other than Michelangelo Buonarroti. With an expert guide, learn to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art.

Gain fast-track access to St. Peter’s Basilica to view masterpieces by Michelangelo, Raphael, and Bernini, among others, before descending to the papal crypts below. We conclude on the portico with an overview of Bernini’s magnificent piazza (St. Peter’s Square), the central obelisk, and the renowned Swiss Guard.

Schedule & Availability

Runs every day except Sun
Departures: 08:00, 11:00, 11:30, 14:00
Available year-round

This tour runs every day except Sun, departing at 08:00, 11:00, 11:30, 14:00. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 12, 2026.

What's Included

Expert licensed English-speaking tour guide
Fast-track entry and guided visit of St. Peter’s Basilica
The remarkable frescoed Rooms of Raphael
Immersive experience inside Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel
Priority entrance to the Vatican Museums

What's Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities

Itinerary

Vatican Museums Stop 1
Vast museums inside the Vatican City which house many thousands of ancient works of art and sculpture. The most important museum complex in the world!
2h
Admission included
Sistine Chapel Stop 2
Simply the most colourful room in the world! Michelangelo's ceiling will deeply impress all who enter.
30 min
Admission included
St. Peter's Basilica Stop 3
Visit the Papal Basilica of Vatican City, believed to be the resting ground of St. Peter's remains.
1h
Admission included

Departure & Return

Start point

Via Sebastiano Veniero 19, nearest metro station is called Ottaviano / San Pietro / Musei Vaticani on Linea A which on any Rome metro map is coloured orange.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress comfortably, shoulders and knees must be covered for both men and women.
  • On days immediately surrounding religious holidays at the Vatican, alterations to tours may become necessary due to partial closings of areas normally included in this tour.
  • Due to the route covered and/or transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. Please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges
  • Please note: This description is provided as a general example. Actual experiences may vary slightly depending on the season, local conditions, and other factors beyond our control.
  • Please note that essential travel documents and final itinerary details might be delivered electronically closer to the activity date.

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 119 / person