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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica Guided Group Tour

By Inside Out Italy
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is P 5,438 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Your Tour Guide will make sure you don't miss out the highlights and also receive the right information making your visit informative. Discover the amazing art pieces collected by the popes throughout the years including Laocoön and His Sons, Apollo Belvedere, and Belvedere Torso. Your journey will then continue towards the by passing though the breathtaking galleries.

Activity location
  • Vatican Museums
    • Viale Vaticano
    • 00120, Vatican City, Italy
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Via Sebastiano Veniero, 74
    • 74 Via Sebastiano Veniero
    • 00192, Roma, Lazio, Italy

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ENG. Vatican Tour-No Basilica
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour: 2.5-hour Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with expert guide, skip the line. This opt. does not include St. Peter’s Basilica

Language options: English
Price details
P 5,437.73 x 1 AdultP 5,437.73
Total
Price is P 5,437.73
ENG. Vatican & Basilica Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Museums, Chapel, Basilica Tour: 3-hour guided tour; Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica with an expert guide, skipping the lines.

Language options: English
Price details
P 6,814.37 x 1 AdultP 6,814.37
Total
Price is P 6,814.37
ESP. Vatican Tour-No Basilica
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • Spanish

Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour: 2.5-hour Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with expert guide, skip the line. This opt. does not include St. Peter’s Basilica

Language options: Spanish
Price details
P 7,158.53 x 1 AdultP 7,158.53
Total
Price is P 7,158.53
FRA. Vatican Tour–No Basilica
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • French

Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour: 2.5-hour Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with expert guide, skip the line. This opt. does not include St. Peter’s Basilica

Language options: French
Price details
P 7,158.53 x 1 AdultP 7,158.53
Total
Price is P 7,158.53
ESP. Vatican & Basilica Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • Spanish

Museums, Chapel, Basilica Tour: 3-hour guided tour; Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica with an expert guide, skipping the lines.

Language options: Spanish
Price details
P 7,846.85 x 1 AdultP 7,846.85
Total
Price is P 7,846.85
FRA. Vatican & Basilica Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • French

Museums, Chapel, Basilica Tour: 3-hour guided tour; Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica with an expert guide, skipping the lines.

Language options: French
Price details
P 7,846.85 x 1 AdultP 7,846.85
Total
Price is P 7,846.85

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Headsets to listen clearly
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Licensed Tour Guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour ( if option selected )
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Skip-the-line entrance tickets

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please be aware that access to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica is subject to Vatican regulations and ceremonies. The Vatican Museums or the Basilica may decide to close these sites on short notice due to official events or religious proceedings. In the event of any unexpected developments, we are unable to foresee or control these closures in advance. However, your ticket will still grant you access to the Vatican Museums.
  • Visitors with a certified disability of more than 76% do not require a ticket.
  • It is not possible to join the tour with a stroller unless it is foldable.
  • Please note: Michelangelo’s “The Last Judgment” on the altar wall of the Sistine Chapel is scheduled for an extraordinary maintenance and conservation intervention starting in January 2026, with scaffolding covering the wall for several months. Although the chapel remains open to visitors, the scaffolding will partially obscure the fresco during this period.

Activity itinerary

Vatican Museums
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Begin your journey by meeting your expert Tour Guide, who will provide skip-the-line admission tickets and headsets for clear communication. As you step into the Vatican Museums, immerse yourself in the rich history and artistic treasures within. Explore iconic highlights such as the serene Pinecone Courtyard, the ancient sculptures of the Pio-Clementino Museum, and the mesmerizing art within the Vatican Galleries. Your guide will share fascinating stories about the collections, bringing each masterpiece to life. Be prepared to marvel at centuries of art, culture, and history that make the Vatican Museums a world-renowned destination.
Sistine Chapel
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
The tour continues with a visit to the Sistine Chapel, one of the most celebrated landmarks in the world. Before entering this sacred space, your guide will explain the fascinating history behind Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes, including the breathtaking Creation of Adam and the powerful Last Judgment. Learn about the artistic challenges Michelangelo faced and the enduring significance of his work. Please note that as the chapel is a holy place, explanations are given outside to maintain the quiet and reverence required inside. Witness firsthand why millions are drawn here every year.
St. Peter's Basilica
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
IF OPTION SELECTED: Your experience culminates at St. Peter’s Basilica, a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture. From the Sistine Chapel, your guide will lead you through a reserved fast-track entrance to the church, avoiding the usual long lines. Inside, marvel at Michelangelo’s exquisite Pietà, Bernini’s grand Baldacchino, and the awe-inspiring dome. Should the basilica be closed, your tour will include an extended exploration of the Vatican Museums instead.

Location

Activity location
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    Vatican Museums
    • Viale Vaticano
    • 00120, Vatican City, Italy
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Via Sebastiano Veniero, 74
    • 74 Via Sebastiano Veniero
    • 00192, Roma, Lazio, Italy

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