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Skip-the-Line All Inclusive Private Vatican Sistine Chapel Tour
Explore the Vatican Museums hassle-free with skip-the-line tickets and a private historian-led tour, including visits to St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s Square.
- 3 Hours
- Not Accessible
- Photos Allowed
- Transportation Optional
- Walking Tour
- Official Tour guide
Tour Description
Explore the Vatican Museums with ease on our private historian-led tour and avoid long wait times with skip-the-line admission tickets.
Your tour begins with the Belvedere Courtyard and the Pio-Clementino Museum, where you will encounter an extensive collection of Ancient Roman and Greek statues. Continue your journey through the Gallery of Tapestries and the Gallery of Maps, featuring priceless Renaissance maps. Marvel at the grandeur of the Sobieski Hall, home to one of the largest paintings of the Vatican, and appreciate the exquisite frescoes in the room of the Immaculate Conception.
A highlight of the tour is Raphael’s Rooms, adorned with some of the most celebrated works of the artist, including the Parnassus and The School of Athens. Before entering the solemn Sistine Chapel, your guide will provide insights into the masterpieces awaiting inside, including iconic frescoes by Michelangelo and Botticelli.
After leaving the chapel, immerse yourself in the vastness of the Basilica of Saint Peter. Discover the Pietà by Michelangelo and the Baldacchino by Bernini among numerous artistic treasures. Conclude your tour in the stunning Saint Peter’s Square, where you can observe the exterior of the papal palace and catch a glimpse of the colourful Swiss Guards.
Experience the rich history and artistry of the Vatican with our comprehensive tour!
To book this original and unique Skip-the-Line All Inclusive Private Vatican Sistine Chapel Tour, please contact us for information and reservations at info@walkingtoursofitaly.com.
What's included
A private 3-hour guided tour of Vatican City led by a top-rated local guide.
- Licensed Official Tour Guide
- Vatican museums
- Sistine Chapel
- Saint Peter's Basilica
- Saint Peter's Square
- Belvedere Courtyard
- Raphael's Rooms
- Gallery of Maps
- Sobieski Hall
- Much more...
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR Skip-the-Line All Inclusive Private Vatican Sistine Chapel Tour
These are the most common questions asked by our past guests about our this tour. You few have more do not hesitate to contact us.
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DO YOU PROVIDE TRANSFER FROM THE HOTEL OR THE AIRPORT?
Yes, over the years we have arranged private transfers in comfortable air-conditioned minivans fully equipped with what a family needs with pick up from the hotel in and outside Rome. We also pick up from the airports or the port of Civitavecchia if you disembark with a cruise ship.
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HOW MUCH IN ADVANCE IS PREFERABLE TO BOOK?
The licensed guides that are good in touring with kids are not many and in high season they might not be available last minute. It is always preferable to book well in advance at least 4 weeks.
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CAN WE PAY BY BANK TRANSFER OR CREDIT CARD?
Yes, we accept both. If you travel from oustide the European Union credita card fees might be cheaper than banck transfer.
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CAN THE TOUR BE CUSTOMIZED?
Yes, most of our tours in Rome are private tours so we can customize the starting time, the lenght and the attraction visited on your desires and needs. We will suggest you our best options and we decide together.
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CAN WE BRING BACKPACKS ON TOUR?
Vatican authorities are very strict with the use of backpacks. Sometimes some distracted visitors hit the artworks with them. Thus, they require you to check them in at the entrance locker rooms of the museums. This is not convenient because you have to walk all the way back after the tour ends to collect them. We suggest not to bring them. Bring a small purse or simple bag. Also do not carry umbrellas on tour.
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WHAT IS THE DRESSING CODE FOR THE VATICAN?
In some areas of the Vatican a special dressing code is required: shoulderd and knees must be covered or you will not be able to access.
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WILL THE TOUR TAKE PLACE WITH RAIN?
The tour takes place with rain or shine. Much of the tour is also indoor, inside the Vatican Museums or the Basilica of Saint Peter.
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- Tour taken in Mar -
Jeffrey C. from UK with our tour Guide Umberto
"Umberto was amazing and so thoughtful and accommodating to us. We are aged 78 and 80 which presents challenges that were no problem for Umberto. He was so knowledgeable on every aspect of the Sistine Chapel and museums. He had a wonderful sense of humor and even helped get a cab for us at the end He went above and beyond what we had expected. If we get to Rome again, we will want to tour with Umberto again!!", Jeffrey C.
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