Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Overview
Get fast-track access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel on a guided tour. Opt for a small group tour for added exclusivity.
Highlights
- Skip the long lines and walk straight into the Vatican Museums with your guide—save up to 2 hours of waiting time.
- Explore world-famous galleries like the Gallery of Maps, Tapestries, and Raphael Rooms with expert commentary.
- In a group of up to 20 guests, enter the Sistine Chapel with powerful context that brings Michelangelo’s ceiling frescoes to life.
- Upgrade to a small-group tour of less than 15 guests for a more personal, engaging experience or add access to the Vatican Gardens.
- A smart, time-saving way to experience the highlights of a 48-day-long collection in just a few hours.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line entry
- Expert English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking guide
- Explore with a group of up to 20 people
- Guided tour of Vatican Gardens (as per option selected)
- Small group tour (as per option selected)
- Nighttime tour (as per option selected)
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Entry to St. Peter's Basilica and/or guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica
Cancellation Policy
Tickets for this activity are non-refundable. If you are not satisfied with your experience, please contact us to cancel your booking.
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Your Experience
Your experience
Discover the Vatican’s treasures with expert-led insights that reveal the stories behind the art and architecture.
Getting started
Meet your guide at the designated meeting point near the museum entrance. Skip the ticketing line and breeze through security with your group. Present a valid ID and booking confirmation before entry.
What to expect
Vatican Museums
One of the most visited museum complexes in the world, home to centuries of priceless art collected by the Catholic Church.
Gallery of Maps & Tapestries
Walk through vibrant, frescoed corridors filled with Renaissance-era cartography and masterful woven narratives.
Raphael Rooms
Admire frescoes like The School of Athens and learn how Raphael helped define Vatican art during the High Renaissance.
Sistine Chapel
Step inside the sacred chapel and gaze up at Michelangelo’s ceiling masterpiece and The Last Judgment with full context from your guide.
Wrapping up
After your tour, feel free to explore St. Peter’s Basilica on your own—entry is free and it's just a short walk from the Sistine Chapel exit.
Why Traviia?
- Best price guarantee
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation