Vatican Museum, Sistine chapel and San Peter Basilica Guided Tour
Overview
Take a 3 hour tour to one of the holiest sites in Christendom on this guided tour of the Vatican Museums. This exceptional tour includes, among other galleries of the Vatican corridors, a tour of the Pine Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, and the Gallery of the Maps, Candelabra Gallery, the Tapestry Gallery, with a comprehensive visit of the Sistine Chapel.
Your Local guide will take you to some of the best attractions, as well as to some lesser-known spots that other tourists often miss. You will understand the remarkable history, architecture and politics of the Vatican.
Purchasing your ticket online before your scheduled visit not only helps you save time but also allows you to choose an entry slot according to your convenience. your expert guide will walk you through the vibrant history of one of the world's most premier art collections.
What's Included
- Skip the line access to St. Peter’s Basilica
- Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums and Sistine chapel
- Headset
- A group of 20 guests maximum
- An expert English-speaking guide
- Transportation
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Via Plauto
17, 00193 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza San Pietro
00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City
What To Expect
Book Online
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Borgo
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. Peter's Square
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Vatican Museums
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Sistine Chapel
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
St. Peter's Basilica
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Most travelers can participate
- Unforeseen events - The Vatican is an independent country and therefore the Pope can decide also last minute to close St. Peter’s Basilica for ad hoc events. It is a very rare event during the year but it is possible and we will do our best to inform you. If it is too late to inform you, our guide will extend the tour in the Vatican. Not to worry that the incredible collection of Vatican Museums and the masterpiece of Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel will still be included.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Skip the line access to St. Peter’s Basilica.
- Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums and Sistine chapel.
- Headset.
- A group of 20 guests maximum.
- An expert English-speaking guide.
- Transportation.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Vatican Museum, Sistine chapel and San Peter Basilica Guided Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Romantic evening in Sorrento will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Skip the line access to St. Peter’s Basilica
- Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums and Sistine chapel
- Headset
- A group of 20 guests maximum
- An expert English-speaking guide
- Transportation
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Most travelers can participate
- Unforeseen events - The Vatican is an independent country and therefore the Pope can decide also last minute to close St. Peter’s Basilica for ad hoc events. It is a very rare event during the year but it is possible and we will do our best to inform you. If it is too late to inform you, our guide will extend the tour in the Vatican. Not to worry that the incredible collection of Vatican Museums and the masterpiece of Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel will still be included.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
