Rome: Early-Morning Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tour

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Rome: Early-Morning Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tour

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Embark on an early morning walking tour of the Vatican Museums and avoid the busy crowds. Discover the history from your guide, explore the Sistine Chapel, and skip the lines at St. Peter's Basilica.

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Highlights

Visit the stunning Sistine Chapel before/after the daytime crowds
Explore the Vatican Museums at the quietest time of day
Skip the line at St. Peter's Basilica (morning tours only)
Gaze upon masterpieces by Raphael, Michelangelo, & Bernini
Marvel at the awe-inspiring Raphael Rooms (morning tours only)

Description

Beat the crowds and see historic masterpieces up close on this guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. See the stunning Raphael Rooms, marvel at the artwork in the Sistine Chapel, and visit the impressive Vatican Museums with a guide. Enter the Vatican Museums right as they open for the day for a complete guided tour of this stunning space. Enjoy the masterpieces without the bustling crowds as you follow your guide through the Belvedere Courtyard, the Gallery of Maps, the four Raphael Rooms, and more. Learn from your guide where Raphael worked the faces of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo into his frescoes. Next, head to the Sistine Chapel. Arrive just as the doors first open to groups and visit at the most peaceful time of day. Get a full run-down of Michelangelo's frescoes, including a detailed handout, from your guide before heading in. Finish your tour by going to St. Peter's Basilica via a special secret passage, bypassing the long lines outside (morning tours only). End your morning with a full tour of this sacred space and gaze upon Michelangelo's moving Pietà, Bernini's grandiose altarpiece and learn the stories and legends behind the art.

Includes

Vatican Museums skip-the-line ticket St. Peter's Basilica skip-the-line ticket (morning tours only) Tour guide Group tour Headset

Important Information

Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers. The special access passage between the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and is subject to other closures during special celebrations. On such days we will instead explore the Pinacoteca Gallery. All participants must provide their full names, dates of birth, and passport/nationality details at the time of booking. The information must exactly match what is listed on the ID or passport. Name changes are not allowed. Failure to supply this information will lead to the cancellation of your booking. Due to the religious nature, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. Starting December 2024, access to St. Peter's Basilica may be limited due to the Vatican's Jubilee Year 2025, which includes special events and ceremonies. These closures are determined by the Vatican