Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel Tour w/ Basilica Entry Vatican Museum&Sistine Chapel Guided Tour & Basilica access
ID: GYG644598-O-1072066
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
Experience the Vatican's rich history and breathtaking art at a leisurely pace with an intimate group tour. Enjoy skip-the-line tickets, and learn about the history and art from your guide.
Begin your exploration in the Vatican's heart, where your guide leads a small, intimate group on a comprehensive journey through its rich history and stunning art. This tour is crafted for those eager to delve deeper, offering a highly interactive and personalized experience.
Start with the Vatican Museums under the guidance of expert leaders, where the Pio Clementino Museum awaits with its classical sculptures, including the mesmerizing Laocoön. Navigate through the Gallery of Candelabra, illuminated by ancient, intricate lamps. Marvel at the Gallery of Maps, showcasing topographic precision that rivals modern maps. The Gallery of Tapestries will captivate you with its detailed artworks, and Raphael's Rooms reveal the Renaissance's brilliance.
Your voyage culminates in the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo's frescoes provide a moment of unparalleled beauty and reflection. Throughout your tour, your guide uncovers the stories behind these iconic sites, breathing life into the cultural treasures that have influenced the world. Note, on Wednesday mornings, the Basilica is not featured due to the Pope's public audience.
Highlights
- Enjoy the Vatican visit with an expert, knowledgeable and entertaining guide
- Join our group tour for an immersive journey through the heart of the Vatican
- See the beauty of the Sistine Chapel with your own eyes
- Experience the genius of the Renaissance in Raphael's Rooms
- Take in the accuracy of the work in the Gallery of Maps
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Due to occasional religious events, St. Peter's Basilica may remain closed without prior notice
• Entrance tickets are time-sensitive, therefore punctuality is of the utmost importance
• Mandatory dress code in holy places: knees and shoulders must be covered, otherwise access will not be granted
• A passport or photo ID may be required for security checks
Meet your guide at the "Da Paolo" coffee bar. The coffee bar is located in Viale Vaticano 104, at the corner with Via Santamaura. Your host will check your voucher and will introduce you to your guide. Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the start of the tour. The entrance is time-sensitive. It won't be possible to accept late arrivals.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
