Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica Skip-the-line Tour

Skip the lines with Francesca on a private Vatican tour of the Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Optional hotel, port, or airport pick-up/drop-off and customizable itinerary for a personalized experience.

Tour Features

Local Guide

Certified Official Guide

Tour Languages

English, Italian, Spanish, French, German

Duration

2.5 hours

Tour Size Options

Private

Pickup from

Airport, Port, Hotel

Itinerary

Step into the stunning Cortile della Pigna, or Pine Cone Courtyard, within the Vatican Museums. The focal point is a large, ancient bronze pinecone sculpture, standing at four meters high, originally discovered in the Baths of Agrippa during the Middle Ages.
Skip the lines and step into one of the world’s largest art collections at the Vatican Museums. With Francesca as your expert guide, you’ll navigate the vast museum, focusing on the must-see highlights while learning fascinating stories and history along the way. Discover masterpieces by legendary artists like Michelangelo, Raphael, and Caravaggio, and explore an incredible range of exhibits, from Egyptian antiquities to Greek and Roman sculptures, tapestries, and maps—something for every art lover to enjoy.
Step into the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel with your Vatican Museum ticket. Embrace the serene silence as you take in the stunning atmosphere, gazing up at Michelangelo’s magnificent frescoes that grace the ceiling and walls. Let the artistry and grandeur of this iconic space leave you in wonder.
Across the Tiber River, atop Vatican Hill, stands the majestic St. Peter's Basilica, the largest church in the world, complete with its enormous dome. As you arrive, the church’s grand scale will take your breath away. Once inside, the vastness becomes even more striking. Admire the bronze baldachin above the altar, towering at 28 meters, designed by Bernini, and take in the lavish, opulent interior.

Tour Details

Full Description

Discover the wonders of the Vatican with our Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums, and St. Peter’s Basilica Skip-the-Line Tour with Francesca, your expert local guide. With priority access, you’ll bypass the crowds and dive straight into centuries of art, history, and spirituality.

Your experience begins in the Vatican Museums, where Francesca will lead you through world-famous galleries of ancient sculptures, Renaissance masterpieces, and the celebrated Maps and Tapestries halls. Her engaging stories and insights will bring the collections to life, making this journey unforgettable.

Next, step inside the legendary Sistine Chapel and marvel at Michelangelo’s breathtaking frescoes, including The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment. Francesca will share the fascinating secrets, techniques, and symbolism behind these masterpieces.

The tour concludes in the magnificent St. Peter’s Basilica, where you’ll admire Michelangelo’s moving Pietà, Bernini’s grand Baldachin, and the splendor of the dome—the very heart of Catholicism.

For maximum comfort, enjoy optional hotel, port, or airport pick-up and drop-off in a private vehicle. This tour is also fully customizable—extend your visit with additional Vatican sites or explore nearby landmarks in Rome to tailor the experience to your interests.

What is Included

Included:

Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Licensed official tour guide

Not included:

Not included: Private transportation
Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Gratuities

Important Information

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers