3 Hours (Approx)
Daily Tour
20 people
English, Spanish
Take a guided group tour of the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums to learn about the Vatican from a knowledgeable guide. A guide will help you navigate the enormous complex of rooms, artwork, and history while bringing the ancient collection to life. Avoid the long lineups at the entry to explore areas like the Gallery of Maps; enter the Sistine Chapel to see Michelangelo’s “The Creation of Adam”; and conclude your trip by going to St. Peter’s Basilica. Select from many departures or opt for a trip with fewer people in the group.
With this tour, “skip the line” refers to use a unique entry to go past even the fast-track queue.
Fast-track queues are lengthy because Vatican trips that offer skip-the-line access are in high demand. There are no waits at all because this experience involves access through a separate entrance. Navigate directly with your guide through the Vatican Museums’ extensive collection of privately owned artwork.
While you go around the Galleries of Maps and Tapestries, you may hear stories about the mystery surrounding the Vatican. Admire the sculptures and candelabras of the Gallery of Candelabras as well as antiques like worn-out yet intriguing Italian maps.
Take pictures in front of Donato Bramante’s sculpture of Pigna in the Pinecone Courtyard. Enter the Sistine Chapel, the pope’s private sanctuary and the main attraction of every journey to the Vatican.
Take in Michelangelo’s ‘The Creation of Adam,’ which covers the ceiling, and his vibrant mural ‘The Last Judgment,’ which hangs on a wall. After visiting the Sistine Chapel, head to St. Peter’s Basilica, the Catholic Church’s symbolic heart.
Learn about its history and view other Vatican art, including Michelangelo’s ‘La Pietà,’ which was created when the maestro was only 24 years old. Admire Bernini’s baldachino before bidding your guide farewell at St. Peter’s Square.
Keep in mind that St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s Square may be closed on Wednesdays due to the weekly papal audience. Consider an expanded route inside the Vatican Museums, which still includes the Sistine Chapel and Raphael’s Rooms.
If you wish to include St. Peter’s Basilica and Square in your trip, avoid traveling on Wednesday. To improve your Vatican experience, choose one of the following experiences:
Small-Group Tour in the Morning:
Enter the Vatican Museums as soon as they open, before the other queues arrive. Your trip is restricted to 10 individuals to ensure individual attention and knowledge about the Vatican’s must-see attractions.
Tour in the evening:
After the general public has left, explore the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. A tour of St. Peter’s Basilica is not included.
Skip-the-line tours of the Vatican Museums are well-liked, but even the fast-track queues can get long. There is no line for access to this special experience because it has its own entrance. 5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Take a unique tour around the Vatican Museums' vast collection. Dive into stories of Vatican secrets as you peruse the fascinating Gallery of the Maps and Tapestries. Admire fascinating maps created in Italy and find inspiration in the sculptures found in the Gallery of Candelabras. Make sure to take a picture at the famous Donato Bramante-crafted Pigna statue in the Pinecone Courtyard to save your memories. Join us for an amazing adventure in the center of Vatican City with our knowledgeable guide who speaks English! 1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
The Vatican Museums' Pineyard Courtyard, which combines lush vegetation with historic architecture, is a tranquil retreat. The bronze Pigna figure by Donato Bramante serves as the focal point, establishing a tranquil haven. The courtyard's ageless grandeur inspires contemplation and admiration among this diversity of cultures. 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
A prominent bronze sculpture called Sfera con Sfera (Sphere Within a Sphere), created by Italian artist Arnaldo Pomodoro, is located in the center of the Vatican's Cortile della Pigna. The complicated and delicate aspect of the modern world is symbolized by the two cracked orbs in this intriguing artwork, which resemble complex machine gears. Pomodoro started making sculptures along these lines in the early 1960s, focusing on the idea of intricacy. 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
A fascinating collection of detailed maps spanning several centuries may be seen in the Gallery of the Maps. Explore the past with beautifully detailed maps that showcase the artistic and geographical splendor of the world. 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Visit the Museum's chambers before going into the magnificent Sistine Chapel, which is the Pope's personal haven and a must-see when visiting the Vatican. Admire Michelangelo's colorful artwork of The Last Judgment on the wall while standing beneath his famous The Creation of Adam on the ceiling. 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Following your tour of the Sistine Chapel, your guide takes you to St. Peter's Basilica, the Catholic Church's symbolic center. Explore Vatican artwork such as Michelangelo's La Pietà, which he created at the age of 24. Dive into its fascinating history. In St. Peter's Square, see Bernini's baldachin and say goodbye to your guide. Note: St. Peter's Basilica and Square might not be accessible on Wednesdays because of the Papal Audience. Have no fear—a longer tour of the Vatican Museums is the ideal substitute. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Rome's St. Peter's Square is a famous work of art. Its magnificence envelops guests. The enormous circular hall, designed by Bernini, is surrounded by a magnificent colonnade that represents the embrace of the Church. While the magnificent façade of St. Peter's Basilica stands as a beacon of architectural brilliance, enticing pilgrims and visitors alike to marvel at the heart of Vatican City, the central obelisk and fountains add grandeur. 5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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