Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel small-group tour with a local guide
Attractions & guided tours

Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel small-group tour with a local guide

4.8/5
Excellent
Based on 422 reviews
Free cancellation
language
Language: English
mobile_voucher
Mobile voucher accepted
duration
Duration: 3 hours
Do this because
  • Visit the Vatican’s main attractions with a small group tour of up to 16 people and skip-the-line admission
  • See priceless artworks by masters such as Raphael and Bellini in the Vatican Museums
  • Stroll through the Sistine Chapel to admire Michelangelo’s frescoes on the ceiling
  • Be accompanied by an expert local guide with an unrivalled knowledge of Vatican City and its treasures
What to expect

It may be the world's smallest state, but Vatican City packs a mighty punch when it comes to history, art, and architecture. And there's no better way to tick off its must-sees than this walking tour with an expert local guide. You’ll explore the Vatican Museums, and Sistine Chapel in a small group, meaning you get more from your guide. Valeria, one of our guides, says, 'Since I was a child, my passion for the past was my inspiration, and my dream to become an archaeologist came true. The incredible beauty and splendour of the Vatican Museums will amaze you.’

With a priceless collection of over 20,000 unique works of art, there's no time to waste on this afternoon of discovery. And, with the added, you'll avoid the crowds and skip straight to the good part with your small group. Follow your guide as they take you through the museums' labyrinth of statues, paintings, and sculptures from the likes of Raphael, Bellini, and Leonardo.

Listen to expert background commentary as you wander through the most important sections, including the Gallery of Tapestries and the Gallery of Candelabra, before reaching your next stop — the Sistine Chapel. ‘It’s one of Michelangelo’s greatest masterpieces,' says Valeria. Its frescoes, which took six years to complete, span the complete interior — it's a real showstopper.

Read more
What's included
  • check Three-hour small-group tour
  • check Local expert guide
  • check Skip-the-line ticket
  • check Headset (for groups of more than 6 people)
Where

Viale Vaticano, 100, 00192 Rome RM, Italy

Meeting point:
Meet your guide at the top of the flight of stairs just after Caffé Vaticano. Please show up at the meeting point at least 10-15 minutes before entrance time as latecomers may not be accomodated.
What to remember
  • You'll visit in a small group of up to 16 people. This small-group size gives you a personalized experience away from the crowds
  • Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible
Read more
Provider
Musement S.p.A.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.8/5

Based on 422 reviews from verified customers

83%
16%
1%
0%
0%

Review categories

Safety

4.8/5

Service

4.8/5

Staff

4.8/5

Value for money

4.7/5

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - December 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    We were so glad that we booked this Skip the Line tour before we left. Our tour guide Valeria was amazing! Friendly, personable, and so knowledgeab ...

  • Anonymous

    From Brazil - December 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - December 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Guida preparata, attenta, gentile…un vero e proprio viaggio nello Stato Vaticano. Super consigliata! Spero di tornare presto a Roma e scoprire con la ...

  • Rose

    From United States of America - December 2023

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    What a great experience definitely worth going on the smaller tour , Our guide Valerie was so knowledgeable and informative thank you for a great exp ...

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - March 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Tutto molto facile e per qualsiasi problema operatori professionalissimi, disponibilissimi e capaci di risolvere qualunque problema.

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - March 2023

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

You might also like

Nat Geo Day Tour: Discovering the Rome of Julius Caesar
Excursions & day trips

Nat Geo Day Tour: Discovering the Rome of Julius Caesar

Discover the legacy of Julius Caesar by tracing historic connections in Rome. Feel his influence echo through the centuries as you tour monuments and locations, tracing his life, deeds, and impact.

free cancellation
Instant Confirmation
Colosseum & Roman Forum small-group tour with skip-the-line tickets & local guide
Must see
Attractions & guided tours

Colosseum & Roman Forum small-group tour with skip-the-line tickets & local guide

Book now for an unforgettable small-group experience to discover the Colosseum and Roman Forum with skip-the-line tickets and a local expert guide!

free cancellation
Available in:

en, it 

Colosseum & arena floor private tour with local expert guide
Attractions & guided tours

Colosseum & arena floor private tour with local expert guide

Don't miss the chance to enjoy a private tour with access to the Colosseum's arena floor by the Gladiator's entrance.

free cancellation
Available in:

en, it, fr, es, de 

Private tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with local expert guide
Activities

Private tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with local expert guide

Explore the Colosseum, visit the Roman Forum archeological site, walk up the Palatine Hill, one of the most ancient areas of Rome, and look down at Circus Maximus.

free cancellation
Available in:

en, it, fr, es, de 

Early morning tour of Rome's top sights with a local guide
Activities

Early morning tour of Rome's top sights with a local guide

Book an early morning tour of Rome's top sights with a friendly local guide. Get up close to the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon and Spanish Steps with fewer crowds.

free cancellation
Available in:

en, it 

Transfer Between Rome City Center and Fiumicino Airport
Transfers

Transfer Between Rome City Center and Fiumicino Airport

Travel comfortably between Rome and Fiumicino airport completely stress-free and without wasting time.

Flexible
Available in:

en 

Instant Confirmation
Bus transfer between Fiumicino airport and Rome city center
Transfers

Bus transfer between Fiumicino airport and Rome city center

Enjoy a stress-free transfer between Fiumicino airport and Rome city center on board a comfortable coach!

free cancellation
Instant Confirmation
Skip-the-line entrance to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
Likely to sell out
Attractions & guided tours

Skip-the-line entrance to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

Benefit from skip-the-line access to admire the beautiful Vatican Museums and visit the greatest attractions in Rome, the Sistine Chapel.

Flexible
Instant Confirmation
E-voucher
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica guided tour
Attractions & guided tours

Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica guided tour

Book your guided tour including Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Less time in line, more time on art!

free cancellation
Available in:

en, es 

Semi-private Colosseum tour with access to the Arena Floor, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Attractions & guided tours

Semi-private Colosseum tour with access to the Arena Floor, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill

Enter the Colosseum with direct access to the Arena floor as Gladiator did. Follow your guide to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill for skip-the-line access.

Duration up to 2 hours
Available in:

en 

Instant Confirmation