Why choose this tour ?

Skip the lines and see the incredible Sistine Chapel, the best of the Vatican’s extraordinary collections & galleries and visit St.Peter's Basilica with an expert guide, in a small group for those who want to see all the Vatican has to offer on this comprehensive and exclusive experience. The Vatican Museum boasts over 4 miles of Art, and a whopping 20,000 works on display, along with beautiful sculptures, frescoes and architecture the Vatican Museums make up an impressive collection like nowhere else on earth. Visit the breathtaking Sculptures, Tapestries, Paintings and Architecture of Master Artists like Bramante, Bernini, Perugino, Botticelli, D’Antonio, Rosselli, Signorelli, Della Gatta, Ghirlandaio, Raphael and of course Michelangelo. -TOURS WITH ST.PETERS BASILICA LAST APPROXIMATELY 2.5 HOURS -IF ST.PETER'S BASILICA IS CLOSED ON THE DAY OF YOUR VISIT THERE WILL BE AN EXTENDED TOUR OF THE VATICAN MUSEUMS -TOURS NOT INCLUDING ST.PETERS BASILICA LAST APPROXIMATELY 2 HOURS


What makes Semi-Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour a unique experience ?

Explore the Vatican Museums with an Expert Guide, visit the highlights of the incredible collections comprised of a colossal 20,000 works on display, over 4 miles of Art, Sculptures, Tapestries, Paintings and Architecture. Belvedere Courtyard Pinecone Courtyard Pio Clementino Museum Octagonal Courtyard Sala Degli Animali Sala Delle Muse Sala Rotonda Sala A Croce Greca Gallery of the Candelabra Gallery of Tapestries Gallery of Maps

Marvel at the incredible Sistine Chapel, an impressive sanctuary that boasts works of art by master painters like Perugino, Pinturicchio, Ghirlandaio, Rosselli, Botticelli, Signorelli, della Gatta and, of course, Michelangelo. See the world famous frescoes stretch magnificently across the ceiling with the renowned Creation of Adam as the central focus and the majestic Last Judgement upon the rear wall, offering a visual spectacle that encapsulates the divine. Sistine Chapel Frescoes Cosmati Floor Mosaic Forseen conception of Jesus Christ Pagan Sibyls / Icons Prophet depictions Creation of Adam The Last Judgement Sacrifice of Jesus Christ Greek Mythology Styx

The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter in the Vatican City, or simply Saint Peter's Basilica, is a church of the Italian High Renaissance and the heart of the catholic faith located in Vatican City, an independent microstate enclaved within the city of Rome, Italy.

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The tour reservations have strict timing. To join the tour, you are required to be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to your tour departure time.
  • If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
  • Due to the Jubilee, some monuments or areas may be under restoration and subject to last minute closures. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
  • If you purchase a reduced ticket and you are not under 16 years old or a student under 26 years old with a valid student photo ID, the Vatican will deny your entry and you will not be able to visit the Vatican or join the tour.
  • Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women to enter the Sistine Chapel.
  • Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair. Please be aware that large oversized bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction.
  • It is not possible to contact guides when they are inside the Vatican museums, it is the clients responsibility to stay with the guided tour group, if you lose your guide inside the Vatican, there is nothing we can do in this case.
  • St. Peter's Basilica is subject to last minute closures for religous events, and the Papal audience on some Wednesday and Saturday mornings. In the event that it is closed if you have selected the option to visit St. Peter's Basilica you will have an extended tour of the Vatican museums. The Basilica is free to enter and we do not have any control in the event of these closures it is not possible to provide a refund under these circumstances.
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair.


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

  • DE - VATICAN TOUR + BASILICA
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    Semi-Private German Tour: Semi-Private German Guided Tour (Maximum 10 Pax)
  • ES - VATICAN TOUR + BASILICA
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    Semi-Private Spanish Tour: Semi-Private Spanish Guided Tour (Maximum 10 Pax)
  • FR - VATICAN TOUR + BASILICA
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    Semi-Private French Tour: Semi-Private French Guided Tour (Maximum 10 Pax)
  • EN - VATICAN TOUR + BASILICA
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    Semi-Private English Tour: Semi-Private English Guided Tour (Maximum 10 Pax)
  • English Tour (NO BASILICA)
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    No Basilica : St. Peter's Basilica entrance not included

Semi-Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • St. Peter's Basilica if open on the day of your tour (if option selected)
  • Small Group Tour Experience with Expert Official Licensed Vatican Guide
  • Skip The Line Access to Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

Not Included

  • Location Pick Up & Drop Off
  • Scavi / Necropolis
  • St Peter’s Basilica is subject to last-minute closures for religious ceremonies, with no warning

Special Instructions:

Once you book, we organize everything. Just show up at the Maya Tours office (VIA GERMANICO, 16) at the correct time (Please arrive 15 minutes before your booked departure time) where your guide will meet you with your ticket to skip the line and enter the Vatican.

Semi-Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour

Please be advised..

  • This Tour is Provided by Maya Tours.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 33 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.

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