VIP Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour
Description
Skip the line and immerse yourself in the Vatican's treasures with an expert guide and priority entrance in a small group. This exclusive tour includes the incredible collections and galleries of the Vatican museums and of course the awe inspiring Sistine Chapel. Designed for those who wish to explore and experience the full splendour of the Vatican City. Wander through the Vatican Museums, an incredible array of masterpieces. The vast collection includes exquisite sculptures, mesmerising frescoes, and architectural wonders that together create a collection unmatched anywhere in the world. Feast your eyes on breathtaking works by world renowned artists such as Bramante, Bernini, Perugino, Botticelli and of course Michelangelo. Please note that St Peters Basilica is subject to last minute closures and for the papal audience on some Wednesday mornings, entrance can not always be included. In this case there will be an extended tour of the Vatican museums.
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Explore the Vatican Museums with an Expert Guide, visit the highlights of the incredible collections comprised of a colossal 20,000 works on display, over 4 miles of Art, Sculptures, Tapestries, Paintings and Architecture. Belvedere Courtyard Pinecone Courtyard Pio Clementino Museum Octagonal Courtyard Sala Degli Animali Sala Delle Muse Sala Rotonda Sala A Croce Greca Gallery of the Candelabra Gallery of Tapestries Gallery of Maps
Marvel at the incredible Sistine Chapel, an impressive sanctuary that boasts works of art by master painters like Perugino, Pinturicchio, Ghirlandaio, Rosselli, Botticelli, Signorelli, della Gatta and, of course, Michelangelo. See the world famous frescoes stretch magnificently across the ceiling with the renowned Creation of Adam as the central focus and the majestic Last Judgement upon the rear wall, offering a visual spectacle that encapsulates the divine. Sistine Chapel Frescoes Cosmati Floor Mosaic Forseen conception of Jesus Christ Pagan Sibyls / Icons Prophet depictions Creation of Adam The Last Judgement Sacrifice of Jesus Christ Greek Mythology Styx
The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter in the Vatican City, or simply Saint Peter's Basilica, is a church of the Italian High Renaissance and the heart of the catholic faith located in Vatican City, an independent microstate enclaved within the city of Rome, Italy.
St. Peter's Square (Piazza San Pietro), located in Vatican City in front of St. Peter's Basilica, is a massive, iconic Baroque plaza designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini between 1656 and 1667. Featuring an elliptical design with massive colonnades representing the "embrace" of the Church, it holds over 300,000 people and features a central Egyptian obelisk.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- If you purchase a reduced ticket and you are not under 16 years old or a student under 26 years old with a valid STUDENT PHOTO ID, the Vatican will deny your entry and you will not be able to visit the Vatican or join the tour.
- All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
- Knees & Shoulders MUST be covered for both men & women.
- Some monuments or areas may be under restoration and subject to last minute closures. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- It is not possible to contact guides when they are inside the Vatican museums, it is the clients responsibility to stay with the guided tour group, if you lose your guide inside the Vatican, there is nothing we can do in this case.
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
- St. Peter's Basilica is subject to last minute closures for religous events, and the Papal audience on some Wednesday and Saturday mornings. In the event that it is closed if you have selected the option to visit St. Peter's Basilica you will have an extended tour of the Vatican museums. The Basilica is free to enter and we do not have any control in the event of these closures it is not possible to provide a refund under these circumstances.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair.
Reviews(1,455)
The tour of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel and, St. Peter’s Basilica was such a blessing experience. The tour guide, Maggie was incredibly knowledgeable about the Vatican City History. Her information about all three locations was simply incredible. We have been wanting to visit the Vatican City for a long time and Maggie made it even more special. The history and the beauty of all three locations was amazing. I recommend this VIP Tour with Maggie to be taken by everyone. Thank you so much Maggie for making it more memorable!
I did not participate in this tour; it was a gift to my daughter and her family. They said it was a highlight of their stay in Rome. My grandchildren, ages 12 and 10, are still sharing very specific details about things they learned from their guide. She spoke clearly and made the tour memorable. Thank you.
Christina,, our guide, was knowledgeable and funny. She also navigated the group efficiently. We had two teens with us and they enjoyed the tour with her. Midday June was hot, as not much is air conditioned, but the trade off to the heat was less people. The headsets were also easy to use and hear. We enjoyed this tour!
Well worth getting this guided tour because you skip the public lines and the tour guide provides so much more information that you would normally not know.
Our guide was extremely knowledgeable on the Vatican Art, she expertly took us through the Vatican and avoided all the lines. Enjoyed immensely!!! Thank you!!!
Our guide, Koen (sp), was really informative with excellent knowledge of the Vatican and the differing Pope's. This is a long trip within a very busy location, we were kept out of the sun as much as possible and provided with drink & toilet breaks when available. A dress code is in place. Really enjoyed the trip.
Tour guide was amazing and able to handle a mixed group of tourists. Our group had a 10 year old and the tour guide handle it like a champ. Very knowledgeable and kept a great pace.
This tour to the Vatican Museum, Cistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basillica exceeded our expectations. Our guide, Christina, was very knowledgeable about the art history of each area we visited, friendly, engaging to our tour members, funny and honestly made the tour a fabulous experience!!! Highly recommend her for your tour!
This was probably our favorite tour in Rome. A must do! Saint Peter‘s Basilica is the most beautiful place I’ve ever seen. So full of information. Very moving experience be prepared to cry. Our tour guide Maggie was amazing. She was so warm and friendly and full of all the information. It was amazing to me that she does this to her every day and there are parts of the tour that still give her chills.
This was the best tour ever! Christine was the best tour guide we could have ever hoped for! She knew all of the things but also made it so much fun!
