Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel and St- Peter's Basilica

Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel and St- Peter's Basilica

Discover the amazing Vatican! Visit Michelangelo’s world famous Sistine Chapel, learn about the history and people behind the art in the Pinecone Courtyard, the Hall of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Gallery of Candelabra. Admire the Raphael Rooms and hear the wonderful stories behind the renowned “School of Athens”. Then, discover the treasures inside St. Peter’s Basilica, from Michelangelo’s Pietá to Bernini’s enormous bronze altar. Don’t forget to spot the balcony where the Pope delivers his public addresses, and take photos of the stunning exterior of the Vatican!

Itinerary
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Stop At: Vatican Museums, Viale Vaticano, 00120 Vatican City Italy

Guided tour at Vatican Museums. VIP no wait access. Head to the Vatican Museums and let your guide bring the works of art to life at the Pinecone Courtyard, the Hall of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Gallery of Candelabra. You'll learn about the figures responsible for these works and their history along the way.

Duration: 1 hour 35 minutes

Stop At: Sistine Chapel, Viale Vaticano, 00165 Vatican City Italy

The Sistine Chapel with its ceiling decorated by Michelangelo and the Stanze della Segnatura decorated by Raphael are on the visitor route through the Vatican Museums. This is one of the most visited places on Earth.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: St. Peter's Basilica, Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Vatican City Italy

After the Sistine Chapel, enjoy VIP access again, exiting through a special door that leads straight into St. Peter’s Basilica. Here you will enjoy a guided tour of the holiest place in Christendom. See the incredible altar and marvel at Michelangelo’s beautiful sculpture, La Pietà, before heading outside to St. Peter’s Square.


Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: St. Peter's Square, Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Vatican City Italy

The tour finishes in St. Peter’s Square, where you can admire Bernini’s clever optical illusion, spot the balcony from which the Pope greets the people, and take photos of the imposing exterior of the basilica.

Duration: 20 minutes