Vatican & Sistine Chapel Small Group Tour
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Price per person
USD $231.43
-30%
FromUSD $162
Cancellation Policy
If cancellation is made up to 96 hours prior the departure date, you will not have any charge. Cancellations within 96 hours will incur a 100% service charge.If the tour is canceled by the operator due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund will be provided.
Description
Explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Square with an Expert Guide – Small Group Tour
Tour Overview
Step into the artistic and spiritual heart of Vatican City on this top-rated small-group guided tour (max 10 guests). Choose your preferred option:
* With hotel pickup from central Rome
* Or COMBINE the group at the meeting point near the Vatican
Skip the long entrance lines and enjoy an intimate, immersive experience through some of the most celebrated masterpieces in the world.
What You’ll See
Vatican Museums (Skip-the-Line Access)
Bypass the queues and enter the Vatican Museums with your reserved access. Highlights of your guided visit include:
* Pio Clementino Museum
* Gallery of the Candelabra
* Gallery of Tapestries
* Gallery of Maps
Raphael Rooms
Explore the legendary Raphael Rooms, home to the famous School of Athens, a fresco blending classical philosophy with Renaissance brilliance.
Sistine Chapel
Be moved by the majesty of Michelangelo’s ceiling, featuring The Creation of Adam, and the dramatic Last Judgment above the altar.
St. Peter’s Square and Basilica (Exterior Explanation)
End your guided experience in St. Peter’s Square, where your expert guide will share the fascinating history and architecture of St. Peter’s Basilica from the outside.
You may NEXT choose to conclude the tour or enter the Basilica independently (free access, no skip-the-line), to admire Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s Baldachin, and more.
Small Group Advantage
* Maximum 10 guests for a more personalized experience
* Clear audio headsets to ensure you catch every word
* Time for questions, interaction, and deeper insights
Tour Overview
Step into the artistic and spiritual heart of Vatican City on this top-rated small-group guided tour (max 10 guests). Choose your preferred option:
* With hotel pickup from central Rome
* Or COMBINE the group at the meeting point near the Vatican
Skip the long entrance lines and enjoy an intimate, immersive experience through some of the most celebrated masterpieces in the world.
What You’ll See
Vatican Museums (Skip-the-Line Access)
Bypass the queues and enter the Vatican Museums with your reserved access. Highlights of your guided visit include:
* Pio Clementino Museum
* Gallery of the Candelabra
* Gallery of Tapestries
* Gallery of Maps
Raphael Rooms
Explore the legendary Raphael Rooms, home to the famous School of Athens, a fresco blending classical philosophy with Renaissance brilliance.
Sistine Chapel
Be moved by the majesty of Michelangelo’s ceiling, featuring The Creation of Adam, and the dramatic Last Judgment above the altar.
St. Peter’s Square and Basilica (Exterior Explanation)
End your guided experience in St. Peter’s Square, where your expert guide will share the fascinating history and architecture of St. Peter’s Basilica from the outside.
You may NEXT choose to conclude the tour or enter the Basilica independently (free access, no skip-the-line), to admire Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s Baldachin, and more.
Small Group Advantage
* Maximum 10 guests for a more personalized experience
* Clear audio headsets to ensure you catch every word
* Time for questions, interaction, and deeper insights
Reviews
4.6
based on 40 reviews
Total opinions and ratings from PlanTrip
5 stars
23
4 stars
17
3 stars
0
2 stars
0
1 star
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Ratings by service
Value for money
4.6
Organization
4.6
Food
4.5
Harry O.
Manchester, GBAs a couple
5.0/5
Great service
Far better than we expected. The small-group tour (limited to 11 participants) was well thought out. Take sunscreen and water, the sun is fierce. The guide answered even the oddest questions with real detail. I have already recommended it to two friends travelling next month.
Value for money5.0Organization5.0Food4.0
8 people found this helpful
Christopher O.
Boston, USWith friends
5.0/5
Best day of our stay in Roma. The room at Julgamento Final de Michelangelo Cologne is a gem in itself. You could tell it was properly organised. We would book again.
Value for money5.0Organization5.0Food5.0
Katie Z.
Boston, USWith friends
4.0/5
Good option
We found it well run and correct. The guide leaned on a script quite a bit, but explained things well. Booking was straightforward and confirmation came through instantly. We were speechless at Museus do Vaticano. Ideal if you want a day out of the city. I would have preferred less transfer time and more time on site. Sort those details and it is a ten.
Value for money5.0Organization5.0Food3.0
Amanda I.
Los Angeles, USWith friends
5.0/5
Delivers and more
Booked at the last minute and it was a great call. The walk up to Roma was worth every step. The group was not huge, which made it much more comfortable. Easily one of the best things we did.
Value for money4.0Organization4.0Food4.0
10 people found this helpful
Brenda P.
Cordoba, ARIn a group
5.0/5
Excelente
Contratamos esto casi sin expectativas y terminó siendo lo más lindo del viaje. Muy buen detalle que incluyera tour en grupos pequeños (limitado a 11 participantes). Muy buen guía, atento con todo el grupo y con paciencia infinita. Una experiencia que vale cada minuto.
Value for money5.0Organization5.0Food4.0
Nicolas J.
Maldonado, UYAs a couple
5.0/5
Nada que reprochar, todo salió como estaba planteado. Rafael quedó en todas nuestras fotos. El ritmo era cómodo, ni corriendo ni aburrido. Muy bueno que incluyera tour en grupos pequeños (limitado a 11 participantes). Pagamos bastante menos que otras opciones y la experiencia fue igual de buena. Lo recomiendo sin dudar.
Value for money5.0Organization5.0Food5.0
Frequently asked questions about this tour
- What is included in Vatican & Sistine Chapel Small Group Tour?
- Preferred entrance tickets. Professional guide. Small-group tour (limited to 11 participants). Wireless audio headset. -2:00 PM English: Meeting Point. 8 AM English: Meeting Point. 10:30 AM - Spanish: Pick-Up. 2:00 PM English: Pick-Up. 8:00 AM English: Pick-Up. 10:30 AM - Spanish: Meeting Point
- What is not included in Vatican & Sistine Chapel Small Group Tour?
- Food, beverages and other services not especified. Optional gratuities. Entry to St. Peter’s Basilica is free but not included in the guided portion
- What is the cancellation policy for Vatican & Sistine Chapel Small Group Tour?
- If cancellation is made up to 96 hours prior the departure date, you will not have any charge. Cancellations within 96 hours will incur a 100% service charge.If the tour is canceled by the operator due to unforeseen circumstances, a full refund will be provided.
- Where does Vatican & Sistine Chapel Small Group Tour take place?
- Vatican & Sistine Chapel Small Group Tour is booked on PlanTrip for the destination Rome. The product page lists the price, inclusions and how to complete the online reservation.
Highlights
- Exclusive reserved access to the Vatican Museums
- Pigna Courtyard
- Pio Clementino Museum
- Chandelier’s Gallery
- Tapestries Gallery
- Raphael’s Rooms
- Sistine Chapel and Michelangelo’s The Final Judgement
- Easy-to-find meeting point
Important
English 14:00 PM
Spanish AM 10:30
Dress code: This tour visits religious sites. Please dress appropriately. No sleeveless blouses, no miniskirts, no shorts, and no hats.
Please note: It is mandatory to bring your passport or valid ID card on the day of the tour.
Cloakroom: The following must be left in the cloakroom: Suitcases, backpacks, and containers larger than 40 x 35 x 15 centimeters; Umbrellas, including those with spike tips, medium and large size; Walking sticks (except those required by disabled visitors); Tripods for cameras and video cameras; Signage of any kind; Shoulder bags no wider than 15 cm are allowed.
*For the issuance of Vatican Museums tickets, providing a first name and surname is mandatory. Without this information, the ticket cannot be issued. It is also mandatory to bring your passport on the day of the tour.
*To issue a reservation to the Vatican, it is mandatory to provide the name, surname and date of birth of all passengers. Without this information, the reservation cannot be confirmed until we have the data of all passengers.
Please note that if the Sistine Chapel is not accessible for reasons beyond our control, no partial refund will be provided.
Disclaimer: Please be aware that during the Jubilee Year, certain areas of the Vatican Museums may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies. Thank you for your understanding.
Spanish AM 10:30
Dress code: This tour visits religious sites. Please dress appropriately. No sleeveless blouses, no miniskirts, no shorts, and no hats.
Please note: It is mandatory to bring your passport or valid ID card on the day of the tour.
Cloakroom: The following must be left in the cloakroom: Suitcases, backpacks, and containers larger than 40 x 35 x 15 centimeters; Umbrellas, including those with spike tips, medium and large size; Walking sticks (except those required by disabled visitors); Tripods for cameras and video cameras; Signage of any kind; Shoulder bags no wider than 15 cm are allowed.
*For the issuance of Vatican Museums tickets, providing a first name and surname is mandatory. Without this information, the ticket cannot be issued. It is also mandatory to bring your passport on the day of the tour.
*To issue a reservation to the Vatican, it is mandatory to provide the name, surname and date of birth of all passengers. Without this information, the reservation cannot be confirmed until we have the data of all passengers.
Please note that if the Sistine Chapel is not accessible for reasons beyond our control, no partial refund will be provided.
Disclaimer: Please be aware that during the Jubilee Year, certain areas of the Vatican Museums may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies. Thank you for your understanding.
