2h30

About this activity

Most visitors to the Vatican obsess over how to get close to the incredible frescos in the Sistine Chapel relatively unscathed, i.e. when there are no groups, no heaving crowds, no distractions. In reality, this scenario does not really exist unless one pays at least several hundred dollars or even several thousand dollars for the experience.

We have negotiated a window of opportunity with the Vatican to get our small group in on a budget well before the general public, so fast track access into the Sistine Chapel IS guaranteed. We bypass the minor galleries en route and INCLUDE St. Peter's Basilica!

Take your time, take some beautiful photos, and enjoy precious time in the most colourful, the most spectacular room in the World!

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Included

Priority skip-the-line Vatican tickets (730am Sistine First Seen Experience!)
Vatican tour guide
Vatican Museums
Sistine Chapel tour - Just you and Michelangelo!
St. Peter's Basilica
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Professional art historian guide
Average group size 10 people

Not included

Gratuities (optional)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks, unless specified
"Scavi" - believed to be the resting place of St. Peter (must be booked separately through the Vatican - 3 to 6 months waiting list)

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tour meets at 715am, tour start time 730am
Museum doors open at 8am. Tour description commences in line pre-entrance inc. full explanation of the Sistine Chapel.
You will be in the first 5 groups entering the museums.
Approximately 300 groups enter the Vatican Museums every day.
By the time you enter the Sistine Chapel, there will be approximately 50 people inside too.
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. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
Not wheelchair accessible

Features

Cultural

95%

Tourism

85%

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