VIP Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Early Access Tour
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VIP First Entry Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, beat the crowd and access one hour prior the opening to the general public. At 7:30 am you will access to the priority with your friendly professional guide and line to enter the museums at 8:00am, in the meantime your guide will introduce you the Sistine Chapel as explanation are not permitted inside, you will learn about Michelangelo and his amazing frescoes of the Creation of the World and Last Judgement painted in the 1500s for two Popes! Your itinerary includes the most important Vatican galleries such as Gallery of Tapestries, Gallery of Maps and Gallery of the Candelabra. This experience will continue to the the Raphael Rooms once the apartment of the Pope Julius II. You will learn about Raphael and Michelangelo and the famous rivalry among them. This is an unmissable chance to visit the Vatican Museums early in the morning in a sharing with an expert licensed guide who will make your visit a memorable experience.
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CSP969, 8/27/2022 9:53:29 AM
Excellent tour. Our tour guide Renata was engaging, knowledgeable and funny. Can’t say enough about what a great experience we had!! The History and art just came alive. Also great communication with the booking agent and clear instructions on where to go. It made entering the Vatican so much easier than going on your own. Highly recommend the skip the line and early entrance.
L3156YKelizabetha, 8/25/2022 3:54:52 AM
Wonderful experience, excellent tour guide! Very charismatic really made history come alive. Thoroughly recommend
travel-lover0711186, 6/29/2022 12:08:51 PM
Excellent guide- informative and fun! We both really enjoyed it - would highly recommend this tour to all. Missing the maddening crowd was a game changer- especially in the heat-worth every penny!
Kelly G, 5/21/2022 9:08:40 AM
Amazing tour! Simona is an incredible guide and her passion and knowledge made for a great tour! The amount of artwork is incredible!
zazita2002, 4/30/2022 4:07:33 AM
the guide Martina was very gentle and precise, mostly elegant and empathic. she learnt us interesting things about the philosophy in the ancient times and it was quite ludic.
JerryP325, 2/27/2020 10:49:49 AM
Our tour guide was "Fi" (short for Felicity Catherine) and she was awesome. A retired school teacher who is engaging, energetic, knowledgeable, and fun to be with. She was able to keep our group moving, had tremendous insights and a wealth of knowledge. The tour was easily managed, easy to meet and get started and we saw PLENTY of items. The Sistine Chapel was my main purpose in going and was well worth it. We ended up in St Peter's where we were able to stay as long as we wished on our own. Great tour, great price, great time and wonderful guide. Highly recommend!!
Cate2u, 2/24/2020 12:10:45 PM
I’ve visited the Vatican/St Peters before and this was a very pleasant way to do it. Knowledgeable guide who helped navigate the complexities of waiting in line, the maze of exhibitions and the crowds. We were able to see much more than if we had done it on our own.
Usufructuary, 1/23/2020 10:13:38 AM
The tour was educational, entertaining, and full of insights about history, religion, and art. The guide, Renata, was knowledgeable, funny, and considerate. 👏👏👏👏👏
lizhangY, 1/5/2020 3:34:18 PM
Our early morning tour was guide by Fe! She was knowledgeable, fun, and passionate. We learned a lot of stories and had great fun.
CatieGC, 12/24/2019 1:54:13 AM
Our tour guide really made this tour exceptional (Matteo?). His energy and enthusiasm were infectious and he captivated the entire group as we made our way through the Vatican museums while he described the history of the place. He was so good that other people started to follow to listen in on what he said. This tour is a MUST for anyone visiting Rome.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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
- St Peter's Basilica is not included
- A current valid passport or ID document is required on the day of the tour for children under 18 as proof of age
- This group is up to 20 travelers or less.
- Please note: if you arrive late you mights lose the entrance at the Vatican Museums
- Please note that, for disabled visitors with certified invalidity of more than 74%, the Vatican Museums offers free entry that is extended to a companion for visitors who are not self-sufficient. To benefit from this, make sure you mention it at the time of booking so that our staff may handle your request.
- Please show up 10 minutes before the tour to do the check in
- Please note that you will be asked a full refundable 10 euros deposit at the meeting point in order to ensure all the radios are given back to the guide or our staff. Once you return the radios you will be refunded your 10 euros. If you don't give back the radios you will be charged 30 euros for each of them.
Departure point
Meeting place is at our office located in Via Vespasiano 28. By Metro, (Line A), get off at Ottaviano. Ottaviano metro stop is only 10 minutes walk to our office. Please note: St. Peter's square is not the Vatican Museums meeting point.Redemption
• 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 • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • A current valid passport or ID document is required on the day of the tour for children under 18 as proof of age • St Peter's Basilica is not included • No big bags or big back pack • No pointed umbrella • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund. • This group is up to 20 travelers or less. • Please be on time or you might lose the entrance at the Vatican Museums This tour is not wheelchair accessible but may be adapted to an accessible itinerary if you contact us. Please note that, for disabled visitors with certified invalidity of more than 74%, the Vatican Museums offers free entry that is extended to a companion for visitors who are not self-sufficient. To benefit from this, make sure you mention it at the time of booking so that our staff may handle your request. -Please show up 10 minutes earlier at the meeting point.Less than hours before travel date - 0% refund