Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica Tour

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- Official licensed PhD Archaeologist or Art Historian guide at your disposal for the entire tour
- An itinerary designed to explore the main sections of the Museums and pay the right tribute in terms of time dedicated and amount of info provided, to the Sistine Chapel and Saint Peter's
- Transfer from your accommodation to the attraction by private minivan or car with driver
- Skip the line access to the Vatican Museums
- Flexible start time to better match with your own schedule
- You skip the line with this tour
- Admission to sections otherwise unaccessible
- Access limited but granted with this tour to Saint Peter's Basilica from the Sistine Chapel
- Fully client-oriented service before during and after the tour
- All included, no extra fees!

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Duration3 hours

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Languagesen, it

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TypePrivate Tour

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ConfirmationInstant

Tour Itinerary & Stops

120 min Admission included

- Terrace with overwhelming view of saint Peter’s basilica and Vatican gardens - Court of the pine cone - Gallery of the candelabras - Gallery of the tapestries - Gallery of the geographical maps - Raphael’s rooms

30 min Admission included

- Frescos by Michelangelo - Private Chapel of the Pope - Location of the Conclave

30 min Admission included

- Biggest Catholic Church in the world - Canopy by Bernini - Relics of Saint Peter - Pietà by Michelangelo - Saint John Paul II's tomb

What's Included

✅ Local guide
✅ Professional guide art historian or PhD archaeologist
✅ Sistine Chapel brochure
✅ Pick up at your accommodation and transfer to the Vatican Museums on minivan or car with driver
✅ Ticket fees
✅ Headsets for a party of 6 pax or more

What's Excluded

❌ Food and souvenirs

Important Information & Guidelines

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
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
A current valid ID is required on the day of the tour for student unger 26 with a student card or under 18
In rare cases of closure of Saint Peter's Basilica due to liturgical ceremonies inside, the amount of time spent in the Museums will be extended
Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document for successful entry to the Vatican Museums

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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