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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Saint Peter's Semi-Private Tour
About This Tour
Enjoy the best of the Vatican on a pleasant tour with a small group of max 8 people. Skip-the-line tickets for the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica are included. This tour is family-friendly and kids under 6 can attend for free. Also, children under 18 have special discounts!
What's Included
✓ Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Professional guide
- Small-group tour (up to 6-8 people)
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
✗ Not Included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
1
Highlights: Momo's Double Helix Staircase - Pio Clementino Museum - Octagonal Courtyard and "The Laocoon group" - Gallery of the Candelabra - Gallery of the Tapestries - Gallery of the Maps
2
Highlights: "Sphere within a Sphere" sculpture by Arnaldo Pomodoro
3
Highlights: The Last Judgement by Michelangelo - Ceiling Frescoes
4
Highlights: Major Altar and Bernini's Baldachin - Dome Decoration - Michelangelo's Pietà
5
Highlights: Bernini's Colonnato - Maderno's Fountains - Central Obelisque
Good to Know
- 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
- St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel are places of worship and may close without notice due to liturgical services or unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, the visit will be extended within the Vatican Museums in place of these sites
- Some halls and galleries of the Vatican Museums may close unexpectedly due to restoration work or unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, the itinerary will be adjusted accordingly
- Guests must arrive strictly on time at the meeting point. In case of any delay, access to the Vatican Museums and participation in the group tour cannot be guaranteed. In such circumstances, no refund will be issued
- A dress code is required to enter the Vatican Museum and St. Peter's Basilica. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Exact full names of all travelers must be provided at the time of booking, as Vatican Museums entry tickets are nominal and checked against ID at the entrance. Any discrepancies with the names on your IDs will result in denied access, and you will not be able to join the tour
- A minimum of 4 participants is required to run the tour. If the minimum is not met, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund