Rome: Vatican, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter Early Morning Tour

Rome: Vatican, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter Early Morning Tour

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Discover the Vatican Museums on an early morning skip-the-line tour. Explore the Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Saint Peter's Basilica as you admire the artwork and learn about the Vatican's long history.

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Highlights

Enjoy your Vatican tour on a very small group of max 6 people
Tour the museums and see many statues, tapestries, and paintings
Visit the famous Raphael Rooms
Admire the painting in the Sistine Chapel
Learn about the different popes and the history of the buildings

Description

Take a tour of the Vatican with skip-the-line privileges and the intimacy of a small group on a 3-hour experience. Enjoy special access and viewing of the Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel. Explore the treasures of the Vatican Museums and see the Sistine Chapel as your guide leads the way. Discover the highlights of the papal palace collections, including Greek statues, rich tapestries, and the exquisite Raphael Rooms. Then enter Saint Peter’s Basilica and pay attention as your passionate Vatican guide enlightens you with its fascinating history and little-known stories about the popes.

Includes

Entry tickets Reservation fees Tour guide Administration fees

Important Information

The Basilica may occasionally close for private events without notice. In such cases, the tour will proceed with an extended visit to an alternative area.
Talking inside the Sistine Chapel is strictly forbidden.
Starting in 2024, early access to the Vatican Museums will no longer be available. Tours will offer first entrance at 8 AM, providing a less crowded, more personalized, and fully guided experience.
Access to the Raphael Rooms depends on crowd levels, timing, and guard-regulated routes. If unavailable, guides will adjust the itinerary to maintain quality.
During the 2025 Jubilee, St. Peter’s Basilica may face unexpected closures. In the rare event that the Basilica cannot be visited, rest assured that your tour experience will remain exceptional. Your guide will seamlessly adapt the itinerary to include alternative highlights, ensuring the full duration and quality of your tour.
As per our Terms & Conditions, refunds cannot be issued for Basilica closures.