Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peters Basilica Guided Tour

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Skip the lines to the the Vatican Museums, discover history, artifacts and papal treasures at the galleries and you will arrive at the Sistine Chapel, with Michelangelo's Last Judgment. Explore an iconic landmark like no other in this city full of them! Visit the Basilica of San Pietro with our top-rated guide, who will tell you about the history and birth of the largest Basilica in the world. Admire works such as the Pietà by Michelangelo and the majestic Baldacchino by Bernini.

Your experience

What’s included

• Children have to have their ID with them as proof of age to be presented upon entry to the museums.
• Top-rated guides
• Guided Tour Of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
• Headsets provided exclusively by the Vatican to hear the guide clearly
• Priority access ticket to the Vatican Museums
• Some areas may close without notice due to Vatican events; we will adjust plans offer alternatives
• Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica

Not included

• Lunch
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transportation
• Access to the dome is not included

Meeting and pickup

Please come inside the CheckandGo Tours office to check-in at the desk. The activity provider's office is in the parallel street at the entrance of the Vatican Museums. Tickets have a strict entrance time. Latecomers will be refused entry.

Before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please arrive on time. Latecomers will neither be accommodated nor refunded.
• Certain areas of the attractions may be closed due to religious events or national holidays.
• The capacity regulations and security checks may delay your visit.
• The service provider is not liable for cancelations and changes due to unfavorable weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances.
• The exact times of your visit may be subject to changes.
• Large bags, backpacks and suitcases are not allowed. Only small bags are allowed. The attractions do not have cloakrooms.
• Reduced ticket holders (visitors under 18 years of age or students) must present a valid document. Students must also present a valid student document as proof of eligibility for the reduced ticket.
• Even if your ticket is a Skip the Line ticket, due to the mandatory security checks conducted by the museum security you may face a minor setback of 20 - 30 minutes
• The Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica maintains a strict dress code year-round. All visitors must have their shoulders covered and pants/skirts must come to the knee.
• It is not permitted to pass from the Sistine Chapel to St. Peter’s Basilica with strollers; therefore, they must be left at the free storage service provided by the Vatican Museums.
• Please be aware that some sections may close without prior notice due to religious celebrations or Vatican events. Should this occur, we will do our utmost to adapt the itinerary and offer alternative areas to ensure the best possible experience.
• This activity is not recommended for participants with reduced mobility and wheelchair users.
• Please inform us if a member of your party has a disability or disability card

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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