This tour allows you to enjoy an infinite number of masterpieces like Michelangelo's "Pietà" and "Last Judgment”, gorgeous works by Bernini, Raphael, Botticelli, Perugino and other treasures all incredibly united under the roof of the world renowned Vatican museums. You will enjoy a complimentary pick-up transfer, from your accommodation to the Vatican, with a comfortable air-conditioned minivan. You will be guaranteed to skip all lines and our professional tour guide will fill you on the historic and artistic significance of one of the greatest art collections in the world! Vatican Museums: Gallery of the Maps, Gallery of the Tapestries, Belvedere Torso, Laocoon, The Greek Cross Room, Gallery of the Candelabra
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Headsets to hear the guide clearly
✔ Transfer in comfortable air-conditioned minivan
✔ Skip the line admission tickets
✔ Hotel pickup
✔ Licensed tour guide
✔ Small group (max. 10 participants)
✖ transfer back to Hotel
✖ Lunch
Departure & Return
Departure:
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Our Guide will wait for you just outside of the Bar da Paolo
Itinerary
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Vatican Museums
You will be taken to the usually packed museum entrance, where you will meet the tour guide, and with your "skip the line" entry tickets, you will skip the huge entry line and access directly the metal detector security check. The tour will begin in a gorgeous panoramic terrace that offers a beautiful view of St. Peter's dome overlooking the Vatican gardens; the perfect spot to take a great picture! The guide will then walk you through the highlights of the museums which include masterpieces and artifacts from different cultures and civilizations. You will enter the Pio Clementine museum, famous for its unique Greek/Roman ancient statues such as the Laocoon group, you will gasp at the length of the enormous Tapestry Hall, then through the Hall of the Painted Maps, you will enter the Sistine Chapel whose impact in history, religion and visual arts has no equal in the world. All of this in a small and intimate group of maximum 10 people!
Duration: 60 minutes
2
Sistine Chapel
Spend at least 10 minutes inside the world renowned Sistine Chapel. Masterpiece of artist Michelangelo Buonarroti.
Duration: 60 minutes
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St. Peter's Basilica
After visiting the Sistine Chapel, through a special door available only if accompanied by your tour guide, you will reach the largest Catholic church in the world: St. Peter's Basilica. This is where Michelangelo's sculpture "Pieta" is kept and the tombs of the popes including St. John Paul II's and St. Peter the Apostle. The tour ends in St. Peter's square, where you will admire Bernini's colonnade and the stunning façade of the basilica. At last, for those interested in purchasing religious articles or official Vatican products, the tour guide will take you to the official Vatican gift shop and eventually show you the nearest taxi station or subway.
Duration: 60 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please allow 5-10 minutes of waiting time for pickup in case of traffic. Missed tours cannot be refunded.
• Comfortable shoes and clothing are recommended since this tour involves a fair amount of walking.
• The Audio headsets will be provided only if there are minimum 8 people in the group.
• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women.
• Semi private group : Maximum of 10 people. This tour is family and child friendly.
• This tour is not suitable for travelers in wheelchairs or limited mobility. In this case we suggest a private tour where the guide can cater to your needs. Please e-mail for details. Please inform us if you are, or are travelling with a 74%+ disabled visitor.
