Why choose this tour ?
With so many important things to see, the Vatican Museum can be an overwhelming place to visit alone, so allow our licensed guide to walk you through the 2nd largest museum in the world on a 3 hour semi-private, guided tour. Admire the works of some of history’s most celebrated artists; Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Michelangelo as you meander through 2,000 rooms of the museum. Up next, the Sistine Chapel, one of the tours main attractions, keep an eye of for Michelangelo’s hidden self-portrait, and marvel at the infamous ‘Creation of Adam’. At the end of the tour you can visit at your own peace (no skip the line access) the marvellous St. Peter’s Basilica, home of the Catholic Church, host of some of the major masterpieces worldwide: Michelangelo's "La Pietà" and Bernini’s Baldaquin, the ornate bronze canopy that sits above St. Peter’s high altar.
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What makes VIP Semi-Private Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Entrance a unique experience ?
Enjoy the luxury of skip-the-line tickets and bypass the stressful queues. Led by a professional English-speaking guide visit the galleries including the Borgia Apartments, Gallery of the Candelabra, Gallery of the Tapestries and the Gallery of the Maps which is one of the coolest places in the Vatican Museums. Into the Pio-Clementino Museum, where you'll see three of the most iconic statues in the world. Learn about the myths and legends associated with the Apollo Belvedere, Laocoön and His Sons and the Belvedere Torso. Arriving at the Raphael Rooms to discover the genius of Raphael through his famous works like the "School of Athens".
Have the privilege to see Michelangelo’s most prized masterpieces, the Sistine Chapel also serves as a gathering place for cardinals of the Catholic Church. This is one of the most extraordinary artistic achievements in the world.
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
- Mandatory Dress Code: knees and shoulder must be covered to get inside Vatican Museum and Sistine. You might be refused at the entrance unfulfilling the dress code
- The Basilica and/or sistine Chapel may be subject to last-minute closures. In the event that it is closed, the tour will be extended inside the museums(the activity is not partially refunded in this case).
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VIP Semi-Private Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Entrance Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Assistance from the Office
- Official Professional Guide and Passionate Storytelling
- Entrance to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
- Fast Track entrance to Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel
- Small Group max 10 pax
- Audio Equipment to hear the guide clearly
Not Included
- Transfer
- Gratuities
- Skip the Line entrance to St. Peter's Basilica
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Crown 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 4 Stars based on 15 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Please be aware this is only a confirmation voucher and not a ticket entrance! Showing this voucher at the entrance of the museum you won't be allowed to enter. To join the tour you must meet our coordinatros at Via Mocenigo, 15, outside the souvenir shop. Our coordinators will be easy to spot wearing a purple shirt with the company logo and holding a purple 'Crown Tours' flag. Please note that the meeting time is mandatory. Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed entrance. Under those circumstancies as per standard policy no refund will be issued. In order to best serve you we kindly remind you that: Comfortable shoes are recommended Mandatory Dress Code: knees and shoulder must be covered to get inside Vatican Museum and Sistine. You might be refused at the entrance unfulfilling the dress code ID may be required for entrance (especially for guests under the age of 18). Guests who show up without ID cannot be guaranteed entrance.
