Skip-the-line Vatican, Sistine Chapel&Basilica Tour W Local Guide
Vatican City, IT
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Duration 3 hours
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Local art historian guide
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Guaranteed skip-the-line
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Admission ticket included
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Private tour experience
Explore the Vatican & Sistine Chapel with a local guide on this exclusive 3-hour skip-the-line experience, revealing art history's masterpieces.
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Included
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Skip-the-line tickets -
Local guide
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Professional art historian guide
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Guaranteed to skip the long lines
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Local taxes
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Gratuities -
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Explore the Vatican & Sistine Chapel with a local guide on this exclusive 3-hour skip-the-line experience, revealing art history's masterpieces.
Highlights
- Skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
- Expert guided tour of the Vatican's ancient Greek and Roman artwork
- Marvel at the famous frescoes of the Sistine Chapel, including Michelangelo's Last Judgement
- Learn intriguing stories and insider facts about the artworks
- Admire the vibrant colors and detailed imagery of Raphael's Rooms
Meeting Point
At the stairs outside the Vatican museums, at the monumental white door. Viale Vaticano.
00120 Vatican City , Holy See
End Point
At the stairs outside the Vatican museums, at the monumental white door. Viale Vaticano.
00120 Vatican City , Holy See
What to expect
Vatican Museums
Visit the Vatican with special insight into the Sistine Chapel, the Rooms of Raphael, . Meeting at the historical centers, you will be able to skip the long queues and have a chance to drop off items, umbrellas large bags in lockers before the tour begins. The tour will begin by visiting the Ancient Greek and Roman craftsmanship, recovered from old days when the Popes used to be the leaders of Central Italy. The learned guide will highlight the Belvedere Apollo, the Torso, the Busts of Claudius and Hadrian and the Sarcophagi of Helen and Constance, the mother and girl of Emperor Constantine. Continuing into the Room of Animals and the Gallery of Candelabra, then venturing through Roman mosaics. Your guide will point out the statues of Diana of Euphesus, the Muses and the celebrated greek scholars.
60 minutes
Admission Included
Stanze di Raffaello
Following on to the rooms holding Tapestries, the Sobieski Hall and the famous Rooms of Raphael. These rooms were painted by Raphael and his pupils for the Pope Julius II. Marvel at the hues and detailed imagery of the School of Athens and the Parnassus.
30 minutes
Admission Included
Sistine Chapel
Getting on to the Sistine Chapel, the most famed room in Italy. You will see Michelangelo's frescoes particularly the Last Judgement, the Creation of Adam and the Genesis. Along with more subtle elements from the Stories of Moses and Jesus painted by Botticelli, Perugino and other Renaissance experts. Your guide will recount stories and insiders facts about the scenes adorning the walls.
15 minutes
Admission Included
St. Peter's Basilica
It is then time for a tour of St. Peter’s Basilica where you will explore the numerous side chapels with their hidden crypts. You will see Michelangelo’s Pietà and your guide will explain why this is the only work that he signed. You will gain an appreciation of the mastery that went into the creation of Bernini’s altarpiece and learn how Michelangelo triumphed over his contemporaries for the honour to paint St. Peter’s magnificent dome.
30 minutes
Admission Included
St. Peter's Square
The tour ends in the Magnificent Saint Peter's Square.
15 minutes
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby -
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
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Please note due to the Jubilee, the Basilica might not be accessible as part of the tour. Unfortunately, we know that very last minute. In any case, you can go there after the tour, queueing.
What our experts say
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Dress code: cover knees & shoulders. -
Visit nearby St. Peter's Basilica.
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Grab gelato from nearby Giolitti.
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Arrive early to explore the gardens.
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Consider a guided audio tour.
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