Unforgettable Vatican: VIP Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Tour
Spend more time inside with no-wait access to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica through an official Vatican partner entrance. On this comprehensive guided tour, you'll experience the best of the Vatican in just three hours, including the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, and more. Navigate the vast complex of artwork and history with an expert, who will bring this ancient collection to life. Choose from several departure times and languages.
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F155OHjasonf, 2/7/2026 11:18:59 AM
Amy was awesome. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Made the tour even better. She explained anything we had more questions about and stopped at every piece she thought we would want to see/know more about. Couldn’t recommend more!
Amina_B, 2/7/2026 9:27:51 AM
Great tour very informative on time our ,David our tour guide was amazing and explained everything about the Vatican and sixteen chapel
Ruth_K, 2/7/2026 9:18:43 AM
Lots of steps and walking. It was difficult to hear the tour guide since she didn’t hold the microphone close to her mouth. Incredible historical place.
veronicamB8724IV, 2/7/2026 9:06:54 AM
We took our tour just a few hours ago and couldn’t wait to get home to share how wonderful it was. The team was incredibly helpful from the very start, making sure we knew exactly where to go, introducing us to our guide, and getting us into the museum as quickly as possible despite the long lines. Our guide, Christian Savona, was absolutely fantastic. You could immediately tell how much he loves what he does—he was incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and insightful. The earphones were comfortable, and we could understand him clearly the entire time, which made a huge difference. We truly don’t believe we would have learned even half as much without this tour and Christian as our guide. Overall, it was an amazing experience, and we would 100% do it again just to keep learning and seeing more!
S2105NMmarkh, 2/7/2026 7:10:06 AM
Excellent tour !!!!!! Amy is very knowledgable!!!. She brings the history of the Vatican to life !!! Thank you so much for a very interesting morning !!
F3978YXlisaz, 2/7/2026 7:09:16 AM
It was a great tour, learns a lot and the guide Amy made it easy and interesting to keep the attention for 3h;) It was fun and I would definitely recommend it.
A13EPnatashaw, 2/7/2026 7:08:14 AM
Excellent tour by Amy!!!! Very funny & enjoyable experience!!! Thank you Amy!!!! Will remember for ever! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
beccad426, 2/7/2026 7:08:04 AM
Amy was honestly the best tour guide I have ever had:) Funny, intelligent, engaging, kind and more. This was a true 5 stars!
M1665HNes, 2/7/2026 7:06:42 AM
Amy gave the best tour i’ve ever had! She is very informative and entertaining. 10/10 experience!! I would recommend this tour to anyone who is coming to rome. We hit all the high points and i feel like ive seen the most important parts of vatican city
avabQ4797AS, 2/7/2026 7:06:09 AM
She was super nice! We saw so much and the way Amy delivers information is fantastic, she was very interesting and funny. Thank you!
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours.
- At times, despite our priority access tickets, we may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues
- St Peter’s Basilica & Sistine Chapel are subject to last-minute closures for religious ceremonies. When this occurs, we're happy to offer customers an extended tour of the Vatican Museums. While we endeavour to tell tour groups ahead of time if there are any planned disruptions to the Basilica's opening hours, this is not always possible and in these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts.
- On Wednesday mornings, access to St. Peter’s Basilica is not included due to the Papal Audience. Entry is only possible after 1:00 PM.
- St Peter's Basilica is not accessible on the express tours options
- Please be advised that access to St. Peter's Basilica will not be guaranteed unless the names of all participants in the booking are provided in advance. This requirement is essential for security and the Venue organizational purposes. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in ensuring a smooth and enjoyable visit.
- Please note that if you choose the “St. Peter's Basilica Tour Only” option, access to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel will not be included.
Departure point
** St. Peter's Basilica Tour ONLY ** Meet at Piazza della Città Leonina, near the arches, where the square meets via di Porta Angelica. Facing the Arches, our meeting point is located at the corner of the square, on the left-hand side, next to the kiosk.Redemption
• If you select one "St Peter's Basilica ONLY" option, the tour includes reserved access and guided tour of St Peter's Basilica but Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel or not included. • If you select one "Vatican Express" option, the tour finishes at the Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica access is not included. • Please provide the full names of all participants at the time of booking. Failure to submit this information will result in customers being unable to visit St. Peter’s Basilica, and no refunds will be issued. • We kindly ask our guests to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded. Our City Wonders team, dressed in blue and carrying flags, will be easily recognisable at the meeting point. • St Peter’s Basilica & Sistine Chapel are subject to last-minute closures for religious ceremonies. When this occurs, we're happy to offer customers an extended tour of the Vatican Museums. • Please note that in case of unexpected closures of some of the areas inside the Museums, the guide may have to modify the itinerary slightly. • On Wednesdays, due to the Papal Audiences, access to St Peter's Basilica is not possible until 1pm. • While we endeavour to tell tour groups ahead of time if there are any planned disruptions to the Basilica's opening hours, this is not always possible and in these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. • Due to heightened security measures, you may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering the venue. Only small bags are allowed. • You must wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees for visiting sacred or holy places. • Gratuities for your guide that provided excellent service are appreciated!24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund