Name: AROUND THE CITY – Vatican and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line
Brand: AROUND THE CITY
SKU: 129027P6
Rating: 4.470588 (17 reviews)

About This Tour

Skip the lines 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 almost 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 splendor. TEMPORARY CHANGES: The route between the museums and St. Peter's Basilica has been closed as a precaution against the Covid-19 pandemic. As a result, our Vatican tours currently operate as an extensive tour of the Museums and Sistine Chapel. After the tour, Guests are encouraged to explore the Basilica at their pace.

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What's Included

Headsets to hear the guide clearly

Professional guide

Priority Access to the Vatican Museums

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks

Tickets to Saint Peter's Dome

Visit to Saint Peter's Dome

Additional Information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

The Experience Include Tickets of the Monument.

Avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks.

Not wheelchair accessible. Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for people with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.

All customers will be asked to show a photo ID, you must bring a photo ID in order to access the monument.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Pets 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 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, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administrative team. These issues will be examined by us and dealt with on an individual basis, but they are the responsibility of the monument.

All visitors must go through the monument / attraction security check, please allow at least 20 minutes for security to clear.

Exact schedules 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 may differ up to 20 minutes from the selected time.

We cannot be held responsible in the event of a sudden closure of St. Peter's Basilica or any other room 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

The meeting point is only 200m (660ft) from the main entrance of the Vatican Museums.

Special Instructions

You must arrive at least 30 mins before your chosen departure time.

Cancellation Policy

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

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2 • 12%

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