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Vatican City: Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Gardens Tour

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Activity provider: Litiberi SRLS
Other experience

Vatican City: Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Gardens Tour

Activity provider: Litiberi SRLS
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From US$ 93.13 US$ 65.19 per person

Explore the Vatican Gardens with an audio guide and enjoy skip-the-line entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Choose between a self-guided tour or a guided tour of the Vatican Museums.

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Duration 3 - 3.5 hours
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Skip the line through express security check
Host or greeter
English, Italian
Optional audio guide
English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Russian, Portuguese

Experience

Highlights
  • Immerse yourself in the history of humanity as you explore the Vatican Museums
  • Marvel at Michelangelo's famous fresco on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel
  • Uncover the secrets to the garden architecture of the Gardens of Vatican City
  • Skip the line to discover the highlights of Vatican City on a sightseeing tour
  • Discover the charms of the world's smallest country and its religious leader
Full description

See Vatican City's top attractions on a sightseeing tour where you don't have to wait in line. Discover the treasures of the Vatican Museums with a guide or on your own. Take in the beauty of the Sistine Chapel and Michelangelo's incredible artworks. Explore the Vatican Gardens with an audio guide.

Meet near the Vatican Museums and enjoy fast-track access to Europe's most renowned art collection. Dive into the art world with an expert guide or explore on your own, depending on the option chosen. Take in the Gallery of the Candelabra, the Gallery of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, and more.

Admire the impressive collection of classic sculptures at the Pio Clementino Museum. Wander the halls of the ornate and elaborate papal apartments, including the Raphael Rooms and Borgia Apartments. Finally, step into the world of Michelangelo as you uncover the secrets of the Sistine Chapel.

Continue to the Gardens of Vatican City and receive your audio guide. Learn about the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, the Apostolic Palace, and the Governor's Palace. Admire St. Peter's Basilica from a unique perspective and immerse yourself in this peaceful hideaway.

Or choose the option that includes the Vatican 360 experiences gives you 360 access to the Vatican City and Castel Gandolfo

Starting off at the Vatican Museum, you’ll have the opportunity to explore Europe’s most renowned art collection. Accompanied by an expert guide, enjoy fast track entrance and dive into the history of the Art world.

Admire the impressive collection of classic sculptures in the Pio Clementino Museum. Wander the halls of the ornate and elaborate papal apartments, including the Raphael Rooms and the Borgia Apartments. And finally, step into the world of Michelangelo as you uncover the secrets of the Sistine Chapel.

Once you’ve had your art fix, it’s time to explore the Vatican Gardens. Stretching an impressive 57 acres. Enjoy the picture-perfect landscapes and uncover the impressive garden architecture that draws influence from both the baroque and renaissance era.

After spending the morning at the Vatican City, it’s time to head out of town by train to explore the Papal Palace at Castel Gandolfo, about an hour north of Rome. Pick up your audio guide at the welcome desk and start your journey through the Apostolic Palace.

First up, enjoy the museum and experience the intricate work of the clergy up close as you pass by historical papal gowns and the impressive display of the Pope’s portable throne. Then, it’s up to the Papal apartment. Step into the true home of Christianity as you admire the Pope’s clock parlour, music gallery, the Swiss Hall, and even the Holy Father’s library.

The all-access Vatican experience wraps up with a tour of the Barberini gardens. There you’ll not only enjoy stunning panoramic views, but also a complimentary picnic with locally sourced porchetta and wine.

Includes
  • Vatican Museums skip-the-line ticket (guided tour or self-guided tour, depending on what you booked)
  • Sistine Chapel skip-the-line ticket (guided tour or self-guided tour, depending on what you booked)
  • Audio guide for the Vatican Gardens only
  • Access to the Vatican Gardens
  • Vatican City map
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tips
Not suitable for
  • Children under 6 years
  • Wheelchair users

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You must arrive at least 15 minutes before the activity starting time for check-in. Late arrivals cannot be guaranteed entrance.

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What to bring

  • Water

Not allowed

  • Shorts
  • Sleeveless shirts

Know before you go

  • The Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel have a strict dress code. Participants who do not follow the dress code may be refused entrance
Customer reviews

Overall rating

3.8 /5

based on 61 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    2.6/5
  • Transportation
    3.6/5
  • Value for money
    3.1/5
  • Service
    4/5

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Même en septembre, les musées sont surchargés de touristes, gênant pour une bonne visibilité des œuvres. Compte tenu d'une foule très importante difficile d'apprécier les œuvres du plafond de la chapelle. La visite des jardins en petit bus avec de bonnes explications par casque audio était parfaite avec un environnement sublime. Mauvais point car photos impossible en raison d'une barre de protection.

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April 1, 2023

Nous avons choisi ce billet car c'est le seul que nous avons trouvé qui comprenait la visite des jardins du Vatican et nous n'avons pas été déçu ! Visite en minibus ! Les jardins sont super jolis et surtout l'audioguide permet d'avoir des infos très intéressantes notamment sur les différents batiments que l'on trouve au vatican et leur fonction. La visite des jardins est ce que nous avons préféré de notre journée ! Ce billet est une aubaine car il permet de ne pas faire la queue à l'entrée du Vatican et permet de gagner un temps fou ! Une fois dans le vatican nous pouvons y rester le temps que l'on veut ce qui permet de faire la visite à son rythme ! Juste dommage que l'audioguide pour les musées du vatican ne soit pas compris dans le billet car du coup, nous avons visité les musées sans réellement comprendre ce qui nous entouré. Possibilité de louer un audioguide au vatican mais c'est à payer en plus du billet.

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April 1, 2023

La visite des jardins du Vatican est vraiment très agréable. Nous aurions apprécié que l'on nous dise en descendant du car que nous pouvions librement visiter les musées. On s'est retrouvé perdu avec tout ce monde sans quelqu'un pour nous guider. Manque de communication!

April 1, 2023

Product ID: 411927