Guided Tours

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour with St. Peter’s Basilica Entry

Gallery of the Candelabra in Vatican Museum with sculptures and ornate ceiling.

Visitor admiring detailed frescoes in the Vatican Gallery of Maps, Vatican City.

Belvedere Torso sculpture in the Vatican Museum's ornate gallery.

Vatican Museums courtyard with Sphere Within Sphere sculpture.

Duration

4 hr 30 min

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Discover the wonders of Italy’s classical and renaissance periods on this exciting VIP Vatican City tour and he Basilica of St. Peter!

4.5/5

(2,227)

Alejandra

Oct 2025

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5/5

This museum is long, exhausting, but sooo worth it!! Our tour guide Nadya was such a great time. She was very knowledgeable, kind, and made sure we all had the best experience possible. She took the time to share her knowledge of the Vatican and Rome itself and she even took the time to talk to each person one on one. Very much recommend this tour! Just be prepared for a lot of walking!

Susan

Oct 2025

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4/5

Tour guide was excellent and very patient. Although not something the tour could control, it was disappointing to have to wait 1.5 hours to get into St Peter's within a big crowd and a lot of that time standing in the sun. It's not what I expected at all with a small group tour and skip the line tickets. The Dome climb and view was spectacular.

Jennifer

Oct 2025

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5/5

Our tour guide Simone was very knowledgeable, kind and helpful. While this is a long tour, it is designed for maximum sightseeing and minimal waiting. I'm normally not a tour person but I'm so happy I did this because I learned much more than had I gone without a guide.

Experience the best of Vatican City with a guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, plus entry to St. Peter’s Basilica and its dome.

Follow an expert guide through the Museums’ 54 galleries and uncover Renaissance gems along the way.

Step into the Sistine Chapel and admire Michelangelo’s iconic ceiling and The Last Judgement.

Get access to St. Peter’s Basilica, explore its chapels and crypts at your own pace, and climb the dome for breathtaking views over Rome.

Guided tour of the Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel

Expert English-speaking guide

Skip-the-line entry to Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

Skip-the-line entry to St. Peter's Basilica

Access to St. Peter's Basilica Dome by elevator to the base and stairs to the top

Transportation

Gratuities

Food and drinks

Visit to the Necropolis / St. Peter’s Tomb / Scavi

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Irma
Dec 2025
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5/5
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour with St. Peter’s Basilica – Highly Recommended I had an exceptional experience on the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour with St. Peter’s Basilica. From start to finish, everything was impeccably organized and truly enriching. The tour flowed seamlessly through some of the most breathtaking masterpieces in the world, offering insights and historical context that I would have easily missed on my own. Walking through the galleries of the Vatican Museums felt like moving through centuries of art and culture, each room more stunning than the last. The Sistine Chapel was absolutely unforgettable. Seeing Michelangelo’s work up close, with thoughtful explanations beforehand, made the experience even more meaningful. The visit concluded in St. Peter’s Basilica, which was nothing short of awe-inspiring. Learning the stories behind its architecture and sculptures brought the entire place to life in a powerful way. Our guide was knowledgeable, engaging, and incredibly skilled at keeping the group’s attention while navigating the crowds. Their passion for art and history truly elevated the tour. If you’re visiting Rome, this experience is an absolute must. It’s the perfect blend of culture, beauty, and expert guidance, a tour you’ll remember long after it’s over.
Joanna
Dec 2025
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5/5
Absolutely fabulous guide. She was passionate, intelligent, funny and full of deep knowledge. Thank you for making our experience so incredible, the best it could possibly be. If we did it again we would definitely want the same guide. She is a Star ! Fantastic !!!
Nika
Dec 2025
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5/5
we have an absolutely wonderfull guide Chiara!
Nicholas
Nov 2025
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5/5
Fantastic tour with an excellent and knowledgable guide. Mariia's passion about the subject and experience of where to go and what to see made our visit so much more rewarding than wandering along with the crowds
John
Nov 2025
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5/5
We got to see the biggest part of our trip so far with Sabrina as our guide. We'll definitely look into doing another tour with you on our next period in Rome. John Hopkins and family.

Start your journey with fast-track entry to the Vatican Museums, home to one of the world's richest art collections. With an expert English-speaking guide, explore iconic galleries like the Gallery of Maps and the Raphael Rooms, gaining deeper insight into the history, symbolism, and masterpieces housed within.

Marvel at the Sistine Chapel

Next, follow your guide to the Sistine Chapel, located inside the Apostolic Palace. Gaze up at Michelangelo’s legendary ceiling frescoes and The Last Judgement, taking in the grandeur and detail of one of the most celebrated artistic achievements in history. As the Chapel observes strict code of silence, your guide will share all the interesting details before you enter.

Self-Guided Visit to St. Peter’s Basilica and Dome

Your experience includes access to St. Peter’s Basilica and its dome. Climb to the top of Michelangelo’s Cupola for sweeping views of Rome, then explore the Basilica at your own pace to admire its Baroque architecture, Michelangelo's Pieta, and the stunning Papal Sarcophagi.

Vatican Museums

Monday	08:00am - 08:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Tuesday	08:00am - 08:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Wednesday	08:00am - 08:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Thursday	08:00am - 08:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Friday	08:00am - 08:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Saturday	08:00am - 08:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Sunday	Closed

St Peter's Basilica

Monday	07:00am - 07:10pm
Tuesday	07:00am - 07:10pm
Wednesday	07:00am - 07:10pm
Thursday	07:00am - 07:10pm
Friday	07:00am - 07:10pm
Saturday	07:00am - 07:10pm
Sunday	07:00am - 07:10pm

St Peters Square

Monday	07:00am - 07:10pm
Tuesday	07:00am - 07:10pm
Wednesday	07:00am - 07:10pm
Thursday	07:00am - 07:10pm
Friday	07:00am - 07:10pm
Saturday	07:00am - 07:10pm
Sunday	07:00am - 07:10pm

Apostolic Palace

Monday	08:00am - 07:00pm	last entry 05:00pm
Tuesday	08:00am - 07:00pm	last entry 05:00pm
Wednesday	08:00am - 07:00pm	last entry 05:00pm
Thursday	08:00am - 07:00pm	last entry 05:00pm
Friday	08:00am - 07:00pm	last entry 05:00pm
Saturday	08:00am - 07:00pm	last entry 05:00pm
Sunday	08:00am - 07:00pm	last entry 05:00pm

What to bring

Comfortable shoes are recommended.

What's not allowed

Strict dress code: knees and shoulders must be covered for all guests.

Mobile phones must remain on silent mode inside the monuments.

Note that the following are not allowed on this tour: tripod, flash photography, knives, weapons, or sharp objects.

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.

Please note that the climb to the Dome's top involves a substantial number of steps and requires a decent level of physical fitness. It is not recommended for people with heart/back conditions, mobility issues, or late-stage pregnancy.

Additional information

Expect a long wait at security, especially during peak times. Patience is key, it could take up to an hour!

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly

Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID to your tour guide

Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid delays

If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid student IDs

Meeting Point

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions