Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica guided tour
Description
1st option:- Enter the Basilica where you will discover the beautiful artworks, the main highlights. Gaze at the colorful marble, golden ceilings, and intricate mosaics that surround you, You will discover the incredible Papal Altar under Bernini's Baldachin, and marvel at Michelangelo's other timeless masterpiece, Next, head underground to the Basilica’s historic grottoes and visit St. Peter’s Tomb. where you can see hundreds of popes and members of royalty have been buried since the 11th century. Touch the ancient walls of the original 4th-century Basilica and admire its beautiful frescoes. Finish the tour in St. Peter’s Square. Second option:- Explore Vatican Museum on a tour with a expert tour guide. Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and S. Peter's Basilica Group Tour - Visit the iconic Vatican Museums in the heart of Rome with a professional guide. An unforgettable experience in the Vatican Museum that hosts the most exquisite art collection of the world.
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Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and S. Peter's Basilica Group Tour - Visit the iconic Vatican Museums in the heart of Rome with a professional guide. An unforgettable experience in the Vatican Museum that hosts the most exquisite art collection of the world. Besides a rich array of paintings, frescoes and tapestries by the most famous Renaissance artists, the Vatican hosts a large collection of ancient Roman and Greek statues, sarcophaguses, mosaics. Our Vatican tour itinerary includes the absolute highlights of the museum. You will admire the works of Raffaello and Caravaggio. Walk through the Belvedere Courtyard, the Hall of Muses, the Gallery of Geographical Maps. Finally arrive to the Sistine Chapel and see the Renaissance genius, Michelangelo's masterpiece, the 'Last Judgement' and 'The Creation of Adam'.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Reviews(7)
This was a terrible experience—don’t book with this company. Of all the tours I’ve done, this is the closest I’ve seen to a scam. When I arrived at the meeting point, I was told the tour had been cancelled because the Vatican Museums had reached capacity and instructed City Tours to inform customers that all tours for the day were cancelled. However, this seemed untrue, as another staff member had just taken a different group into the museum shortly before, which made the explanation feel misleading.
Horrible. Last minute cancellation by tour guide. Still no refund has been given. Do not book this tour. Unprofessional.
We apologize for the inconveniences, normally it takes 3 to 4 business days for the refunds , you can always contact support for guidance Thank you
The tour was horrible from start to finish. We booked via Viator for 2pm and upon arriving at the agreed departure location, the tour would only leave at 3pm. After waiting an hour, we came back and found a completely impatient guide, who wasn't waiting for anyone and gave shallow explanations. It would be much better to look at a website on the subject. The end was even worse: we arrived at the dome entrance at 5:05 pm (I swear, it seems like it was on purpose) and the entrance closed at 5 pm (didn't the guide know this? Or did he do it on purpose to pocket the tickets that were already included in the price 40 euros!?). When asking for a refund, I have been being deceived by the operator for almost a week. Avoid this scam!
Tour scheduled for 2pm, went to the meeting point and they had postponed it without previous warning to 3pm. But it was only the beginning. Tour guide not very friendly and gave us really fast explanations, we felt like he was trying to do it really fast to leave. The tour included the Dome (we paid for it and it was not cheap!) but the guy took us to the entrance of the dome 5:03 pm, the entrance to the dome was closed by 5pm (he should of course know it and take care that we get there on time). So he told us simply he didn’t know what to do, turned around and got away with the money to buy the dome tickets. Hope we still get the partial refund, but definitely get away from this operator.
David was hands down the absolute best tour guide we have ever had…anywhere! We actually were sad when it was over! His humor was on point and information was endless. I truly enjoyed each and every minute with him. My mother, husband, son and I did his colosseum guided tour and we are still talking about him. Highly recommend David and any tour he has to offer in this spectacular country. He will NOT disappoint!!
Amazing and incredible place with a long history. Unbelievable place. At night it’s more beautiful. I advise to visit.
We had the colosseum tour with Sarah. She was knowledgeable, funny, and the tour was a nice length. Afterwards you can wonder around for as long as you like, which is nice :)
thank you for the great review! We’re so happy you loved your experience, thank you once again