Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel Tour and Basilica Access
Explore the Vatican with an expert guide and skip the long lines to uncover the stories behind its most famous masterpieces. Step inside the Vatican Museums and…
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Overview
Explore the Vatican with an expert guide and skip the long lines to uncover the stories behind its most famous masterpieces. Step inside the Vatican Museums and journey through centuries of art and history. Walk the Gallery of Maps and Gallery of Tapestries, and come face to face with sculptures that inspired Michelangelo, including the Apollo Belvedere and Laocoön. Then, enter the Sistine Chapel, where your guide reveals the secrets behind Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes. Marvel at the Creation of Adam and the Last Judgment like never before. Upgrade your tour to continue into St. Peter’s Basilica and admire Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s Baldachin. This tour is perfect for travelers who want more than just a visit, experience the Vatican through the eyes of an expert who brings art, faith, and history to life.
What’s included
- Access to St. Peter's Basilica (if option selected)
- Professional Licensed Guide
- Headsets so you can hear the guide clearly
- Skip-the-ticket-line entry to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel
- Team assistance at the meeting point for a smooth start
- Free Wi-Fi at the meeting point
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guided tour of the Basilica
- Access to the Basilica for the option "VATICAN TICKET (ONLY ENTRANCE)"
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