About this experience
Skip the lines and make the most of your time with exclusive, skip-the-line tickets—no stress, just pure enjoyment! Step into the Vatican and begin your journey through the extraordinary Vatican Museums, where a personalized tour ensures you experience the very best of its treasures.
Next, prepare to be awestruck by the Sistine Chapel, where you’ll witness Michelangelo’s stunning *Last Judgment*—a masterpiece that must be seen to be believed.
Finally, explore the stunning Raphael Rooms. Then, end your tour outside the awe-inspiring St. Peter's Basilica, the largest and most magnificent church in the world. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime experience—book your tour today and immerse yourself in the Vatican’s rich history and art!
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
What is included
- Guided tour of Raphael Rooms
- Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
- Skip the Line Tickets
- Access to St. Peter's
Not included
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Guided Tour inside the Basilica
Itinerary and highlights
- Skip the line to get inside Vatican Museums directly
- Discover the Treasures of the Vatican Museums with a professional Art Historian.
- Explore one of the most important collection of masterpieces and artifacts of all the world.
Explore the mesmerizing Raphael Rooms with a guided tour
- Discover the Sistine Chapel.
- Admire the paintings of the genius Michaelangelo.
- Know all the details and secrets of the most important paintings of the Vatican City.
- Get access to St. Peter's Square to visit on your own pace the Biggest church of the World.
- Admire the bronze Baldachin of St. Peter
- See the Throne of St. Peter
- Explore the Pietà of Michelangelo
Meeting and pickup information
- Viale Vaticano 100, Rome, at the top of the stairs nearby Caffè Vaticano across the road from Vatican Museums’ Main Entrance. Our guide will be waiting for You holding a sign that says '' SMART WAYS ''
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Smart Ways Tours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A copy of your Passport, ID or Driving license is required to visit the Vatican State
- Please cover between your shoulders and knees to be allowed inside the Vatican
- Please note that St. Peter's Basilica can be closed last minute for private services; in such case our guide will take you to explore the Rooms of Rafael.
- VIP Group Tours are small group of Max 20 visitors
- TOP VIP Group Tours are small group of Max 12 visitors
- All Tours run on time, Please arrive to the meeting point 15 minutes before Tour Start Time
- Wheelchairs and strollers are not allowed with the group tours
- This tour does not include climbing the Dome
- For information or assistance to reach the meeting point please contact us directly on our phone number
- We Highly recommend to avoid street vendors around the Vatican Area as they may give you incorrect information
- Please don't go directly to The Vatican Museums Entrance without our Guide
- Security Controls and Tickets scanning can require up to 30 minutes before getting inside
- Pets and dogs are not allowed
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
- Our guide will provide an introduction to St. Peter's Basilica, after which you can explore it at your own pace.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Available tour options
- Live Italian Tour Guide: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica Inclusions and Exclusions: The tour will include the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour and Entry tickets. The Basilica is not included Duration: 2 hours Museums & Sistine Chapel Only: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica
- Live Spanish Guide: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica Inclusions and Exclusions: The tour will include the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour and Entry tickets. The Basilica is not included Duration: 2 hours Museums & Sistine Chapel Only: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica
- Live English Tour Guide: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica Inclusions and Exclusions: The tour will include the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour and Entry tickets. The Basilica is not included Duration: 2 hours Museums & Sistine Chapel Only: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica
- Live German Tour Guide: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica Inclusions and Exclusions: The tour will include the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour and Entry tickets. The Basilica is not included Duration: 2 hours Museums & Sistine Chapel Only: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica
- VIP Max 12 Visitors. Skip the lines & Enjoy Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica or Rafael Rooms Tour. TOP VIP Vatican Tour : VIP Max 12 Visitors. Skip the lines & Enjoy Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica or Rafael Rooms Tour. Passport required: A copy of your Passport, ID or Driving license is required to visit the Vatican State Duration: 3 hours
- Live French Tour Guide: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica Inclusions and Exclusions: The tour will include the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided Tour and Entry tickets. The Basilica is not included Duration: 2 hours Museums & Sistine Chapel Only: Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a Professional Art Historian. This tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica
- VIP Max 20 Visitors. Skip the lines & Enjoy Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica or Rafael Rooms Tour. Live English Guide. : VIP Max 20 Visitors. Skip the lines & Enjoy Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica or Rafael Rooms Tour. Passport required: A copy of your Passport, ID or Driving license is required to visit the Vatican State Duration: 3 hours
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