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Skip the Line "Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel" Tour.

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About This Tour

Skip the line and get priority access to Rome's most famous site and the heart of Christianity. The Vatican, the smallest country in the world. There are a total of 11 museums and nearly 7 kilometers of galleries, chapels and rooms within the Vatican City, St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel. Admire the works of some of the most celebrated artists in history; Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Caravaggio and Michelangelo, which hang from wall to wall and fill 2,000 rooms in the museum. Our skip-the-line tour between the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel allows you to see the Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel in all its glory.

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Skip the Line "Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel" Tour.
Skip the Line "Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel" Tour.
Skip the Line "Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel" Tour.
Skip the Line "Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel" Tour.
Skip the Line "Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel" Tour.
Skip the Line "Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel" Tour.

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What's Included

Professional guide
Priority access to the Vatican Museums
Headphones to hear the guide clearly
Access to the Sistine Chapel

What's Not Included

Tips
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and beverages
Tickets for the Dome of San Pietro
Visit to the Dome of San Pietro

Additional Information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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
The experience includes monument tickets
Avoid carrying large purses, purses or backpacks
Not wheelchair accessible. Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for people with walking disabilities or in a wheelchair
All customers will be asked to show a photo ID, you must bring a photo ID to access the monument
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Animals are not allowed inside the museum
On Wednesday, due to the weekly papal audience and during the religious ceremony, there is a possibility that St. Peter's Basilica will not be available during which access to St. Peter's Basilica will be closed
Provide an active phone number during the booking process to be contacted regarding the last minute change
Tour bookings have strict deadlines. To join the tour, you must be at the check-in meeting point at least 30 minutes before the tour departure time
If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay again for a new activity. According to the "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk being refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Please note that capacity and safety regulations may delay the tour departure This may also affect the smooth running of the tour, especially during national holidays and events
Cancellations, changes or problems due to weather conditions, safety and events organized by the monument are beyond our control and are decided directly by their administrative team. These issues will be examined and treated by us on an individual basis, but they are the responsibility of the monument
All visitors must pass through the security check of the monument / attraction, please allow at least 20 minutes for customs clearance
Exact times and bookings may vary, depending on the availability and decisions of the monument / attraction administration offices on the day of booking and may be subject to last minute changes. The departure time can differ up to 20 minutes from the selected time
We cannot be held responsible in the event of the sudden closure of St. Peter's Basilica or any other venue within the Vatican Museums without notice, as this is a decision of the Vatican Administration itself and we have no control over it.
Travelers must be in good physical shape

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at Piazza della Città Leonina, in front of the Bar Leonina. Meeting time MANDATORY 30 minutes before the tour departure time.

Special Instructions

You must arrive at least 30 mins before your chosen depoarture time

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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