Pristine Sistine Early Entrance Small Group Vatican Tour

Pristine Sistine Early Entrance Small Group Vatican Tour

Pristine Sistine Early Entrance Small Group Vatican Tour
Rome, Italy

About Pristine Sistine Early Entrance Small Group Vatican Tour :

Beat the crowds and see historic masterpieces up close on this guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. See the stunning Raphael Rooms, marvel at the artwork in the Sistine Chapel, and visit the impressive Vatican Museums with a guide. Enter the Vatican Museums early in the morning to beat the crowds for a complete guided tour of this stunning space.
Enjoy the masterpieces without the bustling crowds as you follow your guide through the Belvedere Courtyard, the Gallery of Maps, the four Raphael Rooms, and more. Learn from your guide where Raphael worked the faces of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo into his frescoes.
Next, head to the Sistine Chapel. Arrive just as the doors first open to groups and visit at the most peaceful time of day. Get a full run-down of Michelangelo's frescoes, including a detailed handout, from your guide before heading in. Finish your tour by going to St. Peter's Basilica via a special secret passage, bypassing the long lines outside. End your morning with a full tour of this sacred space and gaze upon Michelangelo's moving Pietà, Bernini's grandiose altarpiece, and learn the stories and legends behind the art.
Duration: 4 hours

Please Note - The map shows the general location of the experience. See booking confirmation email for specific location and arrival instructions.

Pristine Sistine Early Entrance Small Group Vatican Tour

Please see Know Before You Go section for meeting point information , Rome , Italy

$140 { Per Person }
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Overview

Pristine Sistine Early Entrance Small Group Vatican Tour Experience

Beat the crowds and see historic masterpieces up close on this guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.

Please see Know Before You Go section for meeting point information, Rome, Italy



Pristine Sistine Early Entrance Small Group Vatican Tour

$280 /Per Person

  • Offered most days, year-round
  • 24-hour advance booking requirement
  • 24-hour advance cancellation policy

What's Included
  • Early morning, small-group Vatican tour
  • Expertly guided tour of Vatican Museums and St. Peters Basilica
  • Skip the line ticket for Vatican Museums
  • Skip the line ticket to St. Peters Basilica
  • Headset
  • Small groups of 15 people or fewer
  • Local English-speaking guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
Know Before You Go
  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers.
  • The special access passage between the Sistine Chapel and St. Peters Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and is subject to other unexpected closures during special celebrations/festivities, including the Easter ceremonies. On such days, you will instead explore the magnificent Pinacoteca Gallery.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
  • The tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows
  • Only small backpacks and handbags are allowed inside the Vatican Museums.
  • Due to the religious nature of the Vatican, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees.
  • Walks / Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government websites for the most up-to-date information
  • Starting December 2024, access to St. Peter's Basilica may be limited due to the Vatican's Jubilee Year 2025, which includes special events and ceremonies. These closures are determined by the Vatican and are beyond our control. Thank you for your understanding
  • The full names of all participants must be provided at the time of booking and must match the names on the ID/Passport. Name changes are not permitted
  • Meeting Point valid for 7:15 AM and 7:45 AM departures — Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Antico Café Candia, Via Candia, 153, 00192 Roma
  • Meeting Point valid only for 6:45 AM, 6:30 PM, and 7:30 PM departures — This tour meets at Vatican Museums Entrance. Your guide will be waiting on the short flight of stairs in front of the entrance door. These doors are surrounded by white marble and have "Mvsei Vaticani" engraved above the door in the stone
  • Walks Tours is an Accredited Tour Operator with an official ticketing agreement with the Vatican Museums
  • The special access passage between the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and is subject to other unexpected closures during special celebrations/festivities, including the Easter ceremonies. On such days guests will instead explore the magnificent Pinacoteca Gallery. Discounts for these exceptions are unable to be provided


Pristine Sistine Early Entrance Small Group Vatican Tour

$280 /Per Person

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