Vatican City is a world-famous attraction, so it can get heavily crowded, especially in high travel season.
Avoid rubbing shoulders (and throwing elbows) with the masses and enjoy a well-paced tour with a knowledgeable guide to get an exclusive experience one hour before the museum opens to the public.
Take your time being awestruck while learning about the art and political history of grand tapestries, statues, paintings, maps, delectable tile work flooring, and amazing frescoes that adorn the ceilings of each corridor.
Then, make your way to the Sistine Chapel where you will witness Michelangelo’s famous masterpiece on the ceiling of chapel with your own eyes. As if that wasn’t enough, you will then of the architecture and the original art it holds (Michelangelo's Pieta, among others) and learn about the church’s secrets and stories.
- Start your day bright at early to get the best of the Vatican.
- Skip the line to enter St. Peter’s Basilica and be swept away by the beauty...
- You'll never be happier you didn't sleep in.
| Included | Pre-reserved tickets and all booking fees, your own private guide. |
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| Duration | 3 Hours 30 Minutes |
| Important information | Please note: Vatican regulations require all participant names in advance. Please list all names in your party in the Notes section of the booking. You will also need to have identification on the day in case requested. Failure to comply may result in refusal of entry by Vatican security. St Peter's: On occasions when there is the Papal Audience (usually Wednesdays), the group may not enter the St Peter's Basilica. Your guide will provide instructions on how to visit free of charge at a later time on your own. Because of Vatican rules, the guide may not be able to speak loudly in St. Peter's Basilica after 4:00pm, and may explain St. Peter's Basilica from outside before you enter if you book an afternoon tour. Women must have their knees and shoulders covered and men must wear full-length trousers. Security and dress Requirements: Due to increased security, some delays in entry are to be expected. We do in any case offer the quickest possibly entry. Large bags and backpacks may not be not permitted in the museum. Knees, shoulders and backs must be covered for entry into churches. |
