• Vatican Museums - A standard tour of the Vatican Museums features the Pavilion of the Carriages, showcasing everything from ancient horse-drawn carriages to vintage and contemporary vehicles used by Popes throughout history. Visitors will explore the Pinecone Courtyard, the Hall of the Maps (once the “Oval Office” of the Pope), the Gallery of the Tapestries, the Pinacoteca, Belvedere Courtyard, Room of the Muses, the Round Room, and the Candelabra Gallery.
• Cortile della Pigna - This courtyard is named after the massive bronze Pinecone sculpture that stands prominently within it.
• Sphere within a Sphere - The Vatican Museums also house modern art, including the renowned sculpture: Sphere within a Sphere. Variations of this piece are displayed in various locations worldwide.
• Museo Pio Clementino - The Pio Clementino museum, the most renowned section of the Vatican Museums, contains many of the Museum’s key highlights. The guide will lead visitors through the Room of the Animals, where lifelike statues of global fauna can be admired. In the Octagonal Courtyard, a small fountain provides a serene backdrop to famous statues like the Laocoonte and Apollo Belvedere. Be sure to observe the Candelabra Gallery, where master painters created ceilings with a 3D illusion centuries ago!
• Gallery Of The Maps - Accompany your guide to the Gallery of the Maps to gain insight into the world as it was five centuries ago. These intricately detailed, hand-painted large maps are a highlight of the Vatican Museums. Try to locate the Italian cities you have visited or spot the reference to Christopher Columbus’ voyage to the Americas.
• Stanze di Raffaello - Raphael adorned these rooms with stunning frescoes, originally intended for the private quarters of Pope Julius II.
• Sistine Chapel - Guides are not permitted to speak inside the Sistine Chapel. However, they will provide a briefing beforehand to ensure visitors know what to observe during their free time inside.
• Museos Vaticanos - The visit concludes near the starting point, after the spiral staircase at the entrance to the Vatican Museums.
• Vatican City - Tour of the Vatican Museums - Vatican City
• St. Peter’s Basilica - For bookings that include access to St. Peter’s Basilica, the tour will feature Skip the Line Access directly from the Vatican Museums.
• St. Peter’s Square - Tours not concluding in St. Peter’s Basilica will end in St. Peter’s Square when available.

• Skip the Line access to the Vatican Museums
• Vatican Insider Guide
• Skip the Line Access to St. Peter’s Basilica (only when option selected)
• Jan 12–Mar 31, 2026: Last Judgment under conservation; may be obscured

• Gratuities
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transportation

Discover the Vatican in a whole new way with this 2.5-hour tour, guided by an expert who brings history to life with captivating stories you won’t find anywhere else.

Join an intimate group of 10 or fewer for a deep dive into the Vatican Museums, bypassing long queues with priority no-wait access—the quickest entry available.

Be awed by the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s frescoes, including The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment, grace the ceiling and walls in a stunning showcase of Renaissance art.

Wander through Raphael’s Rooms, home to the renowned School of Athens, a pinnacle of High Renaissance art and philosophy.

The tour also features the Gallery of Maps, Tapestries, and Candelabra, highlighting treasures from the Vatican’s rich artistic heritage.

Interested in visiting St. Peter’s Basilica as well? Opt for a package that includes access to the Basilica, allowing for exclusive skip-the-line entry directly from the Vatican Museums.

• Children 6 and under are entitled to free access to the Vatican Museums (with proof of age)
• Children aged 7-18 are entitled to a reduced entry fee (see tour and ticket pricing) and must provide proof of age.
• Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
• 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.
• Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked start time. Tickets are time sensitive and we cannot accomodate late arrivals.
• Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
• Guests with a certified disability of over 75% are entitled to free entrance to the Vatican and do not require a ticket. For guests who are not self-sufficient, free entry is extended to a companion.
• Important: St. Peter’s Basilica is not included in all tour options. If you wish to visit the Basilica as part of your experience, please ensure you select a tour where it is explicitly listed as included.
• Please include all names as they appear on your passports when booking. Tickets are non-transferable and if the names on your booking do not match your ID you may be denied access and will not be due a refund. Any name changes must be communicated at least 72 hours in advance.
• Please bring an ID or a photo/copy of ID.
• Important: From January 12 to March 31, 2026, conservation work will be carried out on Michelangelo’s Last Judgment (Giudizio Universale). The Sistine Chapel will remain open to visitors; however, the fresco will be temporarily not visible due to scaffolding. We thank you for your understanding during this important preservation project.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.