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Skip the line at the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Raphael's Rooms on this expert-guided tour of Rome's most iconic sacred art destination. Choose a small group option capped at just 10 travelers for a more exclusive, personalized experience!
Meet your licensed guide close to the Vatican Museums entrance and enjoy seamless skip-the-line access, no waiting in Rome's famously long queues. A wireless headset is provided so you can hear every detail of your guide's commentary clearly as you move through one of the world's greatest art collections.
Discover Raphael's Rooms,the celebrated masterpiece cycle painted by Raphael at the very same time Michelangelo was creating the Sistine Chapel ceiling. Marvel at the School of Athens,one of the most recognized frescoes of the Italian Renaissance, and explore the full cycle of rooms commissioned by Pope Julius II. Finally, stand beneath Michelangelo's legendary frescoes in the Sistine Chapel itself, including the iconic Creation of Adam, one of the most awe-inspiring artistic achievements in human history. Your expert guide will reveal the hidden symbolism and fascinating stories behind each masterpiece.
Step into the breathtaking Pinecone Courtyard and Belvedere Courtyard,then continue through a stunning succession of galleries: the Room of the Muses, the Round Room, the Greek Cross Room, the Candelabra Gallery, the Gallery of the Tapestries, and the Gallery of Maps, with a sweeping panoramic view of the Vatican Gardens below. Admire world-class ancient sculptures including the Laocoön and His Sons and the Apollo Belvedere, two of the most celebrated works in the entire Vatican collection.
Want to extend your Vatican visit? Select an upgrade option that includes direct skip-the-line access to St. Peter's Basilica straight from the Vatican Museums.
Step inside one of the largest churches in the world and admire Michelangelo's Pietà, Bernini's monumental baldachin, and the breathtaking dome.
Leave Rome with a deeper understanding of Renaissance art, papal history, and the timeless genius of Michelangelo and Raphael.
Important information
Please note that Basilica entry is not included in all tour options and is self-guided. Make sure to choose the tour variant that explicitly states Basilica access if you wish to visit.
Includes
- Skip the Line tickets to the Vatican Museums
- Guide
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Location
Important information
- Please make sure you answer all the mandatory questions during the booking process. We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or mobility impairments on our tours. We are also unable to accommodate pushchairs or strollers on our Tours. Shoulders and knees must be covered, no low cut or sleeveless tops and no shorts are permitted. This applies to both men and women.
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- Printed voucher or E-voucher. Print and bring the voucher or show the voucher on your mobile device to enjoy the activity.