Fast track: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel Guided and St. Peter's Basilica Tour
Explore the unparalleled collection of artwork amassed by the popes throughout the centuries and learn about the incredible masterpieces housed by the Vatican Museums in a group tour. In the Pinacoteca Gallery you will find works by incredible artists (Giotto, Raphael, and Caravaggio amongst others) displayed to best show-off their beauty. Over a thousand pieces of antique sculpture are on display in the Chiaramonti Museum, and in the Gallery of Maps, you will see 16th-century maps depicting Italy and its regions. You will even find works by modern artists such as Chagall and Picasso in the Collection of Modern Religious Art. The highlights of all this and much more will be explained and brought to life by your fascinating guide. In the Sistine Chapel, you will be able to wonder at Michelangelo’s famous frescoes, Creation of Adam and the Last Judgment, the largest ever painted by one man alone. His work is truly breathtaking and is an absolute must-see when in Rome.
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What's included in Fast track: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel Guided and St. Peter's Basilica Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Vatican Museums
Explore the unparalleled collection of artwork amassed by the popes throughout the centuries and learn about the incredible masterpieces housed by the Vatican Museums.
Sistine Chapel
The Sistine Chapel is home to Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes that give this part of the Vatican Museums’ global acclaim. The papal chapel still serves as the site for the election of a new pope, and has extraordinary religious and cultural significance. Gaze upwards as you admire the spectacular biblical depictions on the ceiling and walls, learning from your guide about Michelangelo’s incredible achievement.
St. Peter's Basilica
Enter St. Peter’s Basilica with priority access and admire even more Renaissance masterpieces inside the beautiful church as you appreciate Michelangelo’s ‘Pietà’ and Bernini’s altar covering. Don't forget to rub the toes of the statue of St. Peter for the chance to receive some good luck!
Inclusions
- Expert tour guide
- Headsets
- Free Wi-Fi at the meeting point
- Fully narrated tour
- St. Peter's Basilica tour
- Gratuities/Tips
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Vatican has strict security restrictions. Due to metal detectors at the entrances of most attractions, It is forbidden to bring the following: Weapons, Blunt objects, glass bottles, spray. luggage or pets.
- Please note- the Sistine Chapel maintains a strict dress code year-round. All visitors must have their shoulders covered and pants/skirts must come to the knee. Please wear comfortable shoes.
- St. Peter's Basilica is closed during the following times: Wednesdays: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM, December 24 and 31 During these times, the tour will visit other parts of the museums
- St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel close without notice on rare occasions; if this happens, your guide will take you to tour the Vatican Museums and/or the Sistine Chapel/St Peter's Basilica/Raphael Rooms instead
- Individuals with Disabilities MUST NOTE it on their booking.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- The nearest Metro Station: Ottaviano (Line A). Please arrive 25 minutes before the tour's departure time, inside our office - Enjoy Rome.
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Ticket Redemption
The nearest Metro Station: Ottaviano (Line A). Please arrive 25 minutes before the tour's departure time, inside our office - Enjoy Rome.
