Maria's Private Skip the Line Vatican and Sistine Chapel Tour
Skip the long lines at the Vatican by taking this private, 3-hour tour. With your local guide, visit the Sistine Chapel, the Vatican Museums, and other famous sites. See some of the most precious artwork in the world as your guide shares the history and stories of these locations.
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Maria's Private Skip the Line Vatican and Sistine Chapel Tour
What's included in Maria's Private Skip the Line Vatican and Sistine Chapel Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Vatican Museums
On this private tour, you will travel at your own pace, plus you can stop in some of the small rooms of the museum since you won't be with a large group. Start with a visit to the Belvedere Courtyard, the Pio-Clementino Museum, and the large collection of Ancient Roman and Greek statues. Then, continue to the Galleries of Tapistries and Geographic Maps, the grandest and most significant display of Renaissance maps. Stop in the Sobiesky Room to learn about the largest canvas painting in the Vatican. See the Immaculate Conception Room's frescoes.
Stanze di Raffaello
Your guide will focus your attention on the rooms painted by Raphael for Pope Julius II, considered the greatest works of his life, especially the Parnassus and the School of Athens.
Sistine Chapel
Hear the history, facts, and curiosities of the Sistine Chapel during your visit there. View the famous frescoes made by Michelangelo, Botticelli and other famous artists. The Sistine Chapel is also the location of the conclave, the Popes' election, so you will learn details about this unique event.
Inclusions
- Private tour
- Professional art historian guide
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Due to the jubilee the Basilica is not visitable with this tour
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- In front of Caffè Vaticano. The guide will have a sign with your name.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Please reach the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure time of the tour • 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 • Wheelchair accessible • Food and drinks are not allowed in the museums except for bottled water • A moderate amount of walking is involved
