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Vatican Museums Small Group Tour with St. Peter's Basilica Access
(58) Reviews
Roma
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. 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
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Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues.
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A moderate amount of walking is involved - comfortable shoes are recommended
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Experience an exclusive small group tour of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica, limited to just 10 guests.
Enjoy skip-the-line access, ensuring more time to explore the stunning art and architecture.
During this 3-hour tour, you'll be guided by an expert, licensed guide through the Vatican Museums, marvel at the breathtaking Sistine Chapel, and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring St. Peter's Basilica.
With a small group size, you'll have a more intimate and personalized experience, allowing for better interaction with your guide.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to uncover the history, art, and beauty of the Vatican.
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
St. Peter's Basilica Fast-Access (No guided tour)
Official Tour Guide
Small-group format, maximum 10 people per group
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Skip-the-Line Tickets
Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica
Transfers from/to Hotel
Meeting Points
Departure
Caffè Vaticano
Your private will be waiting in front of "Caffè Vaticano" - Viale Vaticano, 100 - Rome, Italy.
The guide will be holding a sign with your last name on it.
Return
Saint Peter's Square
The tour will end after the visit to St. Peter's Basilica
Vatican Museums Small Group Tour with St. Peter's Basilica Access
(58) Reviews
Roma
About
Experience an exclusive small group tour of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica, limited to just 10 guests.
Enjoy skip-the-line access, ensuring more time to explore the stunning art and architecture.
During this 3-hour tour, you'll be guided by an expert, licensed guide through the Vatican Museums, marvel at the breathtaking Sistine Chapel, and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring St. Peter's Basilica.
With a small group size, you'll have a more intimate and personalized experience, allowing for better interaction with your guide.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to uncover the history, art, and beauty of the Vatican.
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
St. Peter's Basilica Fast-Access (No guided tour)
Official Tour Guide
Small-group format, maximum 10 people per group
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Skip-the-Line Tickets
Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica
Transfers from/to Hotel
Meeting Points
Departure
Caffè Vaticano
Your private will be waiting in front of "Caffè Vaticano" - Viale Vaticano, 100 - Rome, Italy.
The guide will be holding a sign with your last name on it.
Return
Saint Peter's Square
The tour will end after the visit to St. Peter's Basilica
Itinerary
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Vatican Museums
Begin your journey with skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums, one of the largest and most impressive museum complexes in the world. Follow your private guide through centuries of art, history, and culture.
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Pigna Courtyard
Step into the scenic Pinecone Courtyard, a peaceful open-air space framed by classical architecture and home to the enormous bronze pinecone sculpture that gives the courtyard its name.
10 minutes
3
Sphere within a Sphere
Admire Arnaldo Pomodoro’s striking modern sculpture, Sphere within Sphere, located in the heart of the courtyard. Your guide will explain its symbolic layers and how it fits into the setting of the Vatican.
5 minutes
4
Laocoön
Marvel at the ancient masterpiece Laocoön and His Sons, one of the most famous sculptures in the Vatican Museums. Your guide will recount the dramatic myth behind this powerful work.
10 minutes
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Gallery of Tapestries
Walk through the ornate Gallery of Tapestries, featuring beautifully woven scenes depicting religious and historical events, crafted by master Flemish weavers.
10 minutes
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Gallery of Maps
Continue into the Gallery of Maps, an extraordinary corridor lined with detailed 16th-century topographical maps of Italy. The vivid colors and large scale of the frescoes make this one of the museum’s highlights.
10 minutes
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Sistine Chapel
Enter the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel and gaze at Michelangelo’s iconic ceiling frescoes and The Last Judgment. Your guide will explain the key scenes and symbols before you enter, as speaking is not allowed inside.
20 minutes
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St. Peter's Basilica
At the end of the tour, your guide will lead you to the entrance of St. Peter's Basilica, using a special skip-the-line access. The tour ends here. Guests may visit the basilica on their own, taking time to explore this monumental church and its treasures at their own pace.