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Skip the Line: Small Group Vatican Museums & Sistine + St. Peter

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Experience the Vatican like never before on this 2.5-hour tour, led by an expert guide who brings history to life with fascinating stories you won’t hear elsewhere. Join a small, exclusive group of 10 or fewer for an immersive journey through the Vatican Museums, skipping long lines with priority no-wait access—the fastest way in. Marvel at the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s frescoes—including The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment—adorn the ceiling and walls in a breathtaking display of Renaissance art. Explore Raphael’s Rooms, featuring the iconic School of Athens, a masterpiece of High Renaissance art and philosophy. Your tour also includes the Gallery of Maps, Tapestries, and Candelabra, showcasing treasures from the Vatican’s rich artistic legacy. Want to visit St. Peter’s Basilica too? Choose an option that includes access to the Basilica to benefit from exclusive skip-the-line entry directly from the Vatican Museums.

Languages
English

What's included

Extra-Small Group of 10 people or less
Professional Headsets to hear your guide clearly
Skip the Line Access to St. Peter's Basilica (only when option selected)
Professional & Passionate Guide
Skip the Line access ticket to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

Meeting point & pickup

Meet at the designated start point

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Choose a tour option · 5

5 versions of this tour. Pick a date to see prices, start times and what's still open.

Express First Access Tour
Max 12 guests or less: Guided Tour in English with early skip the line access. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes Express First Access Tour : 1.5 hr Semi-Private Tour with First Access to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel. (St. Peter's Basilica is not included)
Semi-Private Guided Tour
Max 10 guests or less: Premium Guided Tour in English. (No Basilica) Duration: 6 days 6 hours Semi-Private without Basilica: Includes Guided Tour of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel in a Semi-Private Group. (St. Peter's Basilica is not included)
First Access Semi-Private Tour
Max 10 guests or less: Premium Guided Tour in English with First Access of the Day (No Basilica) First Access without Basilica: Includes Semi-Private Guided Tour of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel. (St. Peter's Basilica is not included)
Semi-Private Tour + Basilica
Max 10 guests or less: Premium Guided Tour in English with St. Peter's Basilica access included. Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes Guided Tour + Basilica: Semi-Private Guided Tour of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel + St. Peter’s Basilica Skip the Line Access (no tour inside)
First Access + Basilica max 10
Max 10 guests or less: Premium Guided Tour in English with First Access of the Day & St. Peter's Basilica access included. Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes First Access + Basilica: Semi-Private Guided Tour of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel + St. Peter’s Basilica Skip the Line Access (no tour inside)

Where you'll be

from€95.00/person
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