Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Papal Basilicas tour in Rome

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of the experience.

Guide: English

Entrance fees
Guided tour
Transportation in air-conditioned coach
Transport included
Dress code

Guide: English

Entrance fees
Guided tour
Transportation in air-conditioned coach
Transport included
Dress code

Explore Rome's Papal Basilicas, climb the Holy Stairs, and visit the Vatican Museums with skip-the-line access on this guided tour.

Embark on a journey through Rome's most sacred landmarks, from the majestic Papal Basilicas to the artistic wonders of the Vatican Museums. Choose between the Papal Basilicas and Holy Stairs Tour or upgrade to include the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, for a full-day exploration of history, faith, and artistic genius.

Travel by air-conditioned coach to Saint Paul Outside the Walls, where your expert guide will unveil the history of Saint Paul's burial site and its stunning cloisters and mosaics. Next, visit St. John Lateran, the Pope's official seat, before experiencing the Holy Stairs (Scala Sancta), believed to have been climbed by Jesus. The final stop is Saint Mary Major, home to gold-adorned ceilings, sacred relics, and breathtaking mosaics.

Extend your journey with priority access to the Vatican Museums, where an expert guide will lead you through timeless art collections, culminating in the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo's frescoes leave visitors in awe. Continue to St. Peter's Basilica, exploring its architectural wonders and sacred treasures before a midday break.

Experience the best of Rome's religious and artistic heritage in this unforgettable tour!

You'll explore three magnificent Papal Basilicas, St. Paul Outside the Walls, St. John Lateran, and St. Mary Major
There's a chance to climb the legendary Holy Stairs, believed to have been ascended by Jesus himself
You'll enjoy skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums, home to countless artistic treasures
The awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel, with Michelangelo's masterpiece frescoes, awaits your visit
You can discover the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica, the heart of the Catholic faith

Meeting point:

Caffè Vaticano, Viale Vaticano, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

At the bottom of the steps, across the street from the entrance of the Vatican Museums. The steps are located right next to Caffè Vaticano on the corner of Viale Vaticano and Via Tunisi. The closest metro stop is Ottaviano – Musei Vaticani, on Line A. Please note that the meeting point is the same for both tours: Vatican and Basilicas. For the second part of the tour (Basilicas), the meeting time is 01:30 pm. Your coordinators will be wearing blue City Wonders polo shirts or jackets to be easily recognizable. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour starts.

Map

Accessibility:

This tour is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance

Not allowed:

It is not possible to bring strollers, baby carriages, luggage or suitcases because there's no space to store them on the coach

Know in advance:

You'll be requested to provide the full names of all participants during checkout. Without this information, access to St. Peter's Basilica cannot be guaranteed
The guided tour of the Vatican lasts approx. 3 hours and the guided tour of the Four Basilicas lasts approx. 4 hours, with a break in between. No transfer is provided
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. For example, if some of the internal connecting areas are closed for safety reasons, Raphael's Rooms may be replaced with Pio Clementino Museum, housing statues like Laoocon and Apollo Belvedere
The tour routes are designed to minimize exposure to crowds as much as possible, but be aware that the museums are very busy by nature. Your guide will make sure any delays are minimized and that you get access as quickly as possible
Entrance to the Vatican requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women
The local operator does not take responsibility for any items left on the bus during the tour
Please note that infants are free of charge and do not have a reserved seat on the bus

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