Vatican City: Early Morning Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel
ID: GYG199036-634481
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
03:30 hours
Description
Discover some of the greatest artworks ever created in the Vatican Museums on an early morning tour with skip-the-line entry on this tour designed for visitors short on time.
Take a 3.5-hour tour of one of the holiest sites in Christendom on this guided walking tour of the Vatican Museums. This exceptional tour includes visits to the Raphael Rooms, the Vatican Museums, The Hall of Maps, The Belvedere Courtyard and the Cortile della Pigna. As the highlight, you will experience a comprehensive visit of the Sistine Chapel.
Vatican City is one of the most interesting and beautiful sites in the world. Your expert guide will take you to some of the major attractions and will provide a detailed history of the sites. You will receive a broad understanding of the remarkable history, architecture, and politics of the Vatican.
You will avoid any time wasted waiting, as you enjoy skip-the-line access to all the featured attractions. The morning visit provides a perfect opportunity to absorb the Rennaissance culture and see the world-famous buildings without any stress or hassle. A world of discovery awaits you.
This Vatican tour also includes an escorted entrance to St Peter's Basilica, where you can enter your own accord after the tour has ended.
Highlights
- Discover the key sites of the Vatican museums on this early morning group tour
- Learn the remarkable history of the Vatican City from your expert tour guide
- See the Vatican museums - some unmissable sights
- Escorted entrance to St. Peter's Basilica
- Ability to enter St Peter's Basilica on your own, after the tour has ended
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Vatican Museums provides free entrance for visitors who are (according to the requirements stated by the Vatican City) at least 74% disabled by presenting the appropriate certification and, if one needs assistance from another person, that person also receives a free entrance. Inform when you are booking if you fit into these requirements
Advise if any travelers have mobility concerns so that they can try to be accommodated
To obtain a student discount, valid student ID must be shown on the day of the tour
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and select museums. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women
Large bags, backpacks, tripods and large umbrellas cannot be brought into the museums. Large items will have to be left at the museum coat check and retrieved after your visit.
Meet your guide next to the flower stand on the corner of Viale Giulio Cesare and Via Leone IV. They will have a Through Eternity sign or flag.
INCLUDED
- All fees and taxes
- Access to the Vatican Museums
- Ability to enter St Peter's Basilica on your own accord after the tour has ended
- Escorted entrance to St. Peter's Basilica
- Expert, English-speaking guide
- Headsets (for groups of 6 or more)
- Small-group sizes
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to and from the meeting and end point
- Food and beverages
- Tips
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
