Vatican City Small Group Tour

Name: Vatican City Small Group Tour
Brand: Hellotickets
SKU: HTProd34658
Price: 56 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (3133 reviews)

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Duration: 3 hours

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Explore the Vatican with an expert guide and skip the long lines to uncover the stories behind its most famous masterpieces. Step inside the Vatican Museums and journey through centuries of art and history. Walk the Gallery of Maps and Gallery of Tapestries, and come face to face with sculptures that inspired Michelangelo, including the Apollo Belvedere and Laocoön. Then, enter the Sistine Chapel, where your guide reveals the secrets behind Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes. Marvel at the Creation of Adam and the Last Judgment like never before. Upgrade your tour to continue directly into St. Peter’s Basilica and admire Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s Baldachin, no extra lines, just pure wonder. This tour is perfect for travelers who want more than just a visit, experience the Vatican through the eyes of an expert who brings art, faith, and history to life.

Access to St. Peter's Basilica (if option selected)
Professional Licensed Guide
Headsets so you can hear the guide clearly
Skip-the-ticket-line entry to the Sistine Chapel.

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The Vatican City State, also known simply as the Vatican, became independent from Italy with the Lateran Treaty (1929), and it is a distinct territory under "full ownership, exclusive dominion, and sovereign authority and jurisdiction" of the Holy See, itself a sovereign entity of international law, which maintains the city state's temporal, diplomatic, and spiritual independence.With an area of 49 hectares and a population of about 825,it is the smallest state in the world by both area and population.
Vatican Galleries including the one of the Maps, Tapestries and Candelabra.
Pine Court courtyard, Pio Clementine Museum, Apollo of Belvedere, Laocoon, Nero's bathtub, Room of Muses.
The Pineyard Courtyard at the Vatican Museums is a peaceful spot where classic architecture meets greenery, with Bramante’s bronze Pigna statue at its center.
Step into the Galleria dei Candelabri, where massive marble candelabras line a magnificent corridor of ancient sculpture and sarcophagi, beautifully framed by painted vaulted ceilings and classical columns.
The Gallery of Maps showcases stunning, hand-painted maps from across Italy, blending history and artistry in a breathtaking visual journey.
Frescoes of Michelangelo

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Laura was great! However, it did not include the vatican or sistine chapel. Laura was very knowledgeable and patient with the group. She answered all of our questions throughout the tour and even after.

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The Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel Skip the Line & Basilica Tour was well worth the costs...we were able to see The Pope speak to the crowd while touring the Vatican!

P. D.

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A wonderful experience led by a fantastic and knowledgeable guide, taking our small group through all the history. I would highly recommend and would say thank you for the great tour.

C. F.

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We had a great time on our tour and learned so much from our guide, Simona. She was fantastic! We didn’t have to wait in line and the crowds were not terrible. Would highly recommend this tour!

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
-The Basilica of Saint Peter is closed on Wednesdays and during religious holidays.
-All guests must bring a photo ID for the security check.
-Strict timed entry: The Vatican Museums enforce strict entry times. Late arrivals or no-shows may not be admitted, and no refunds will be provided.
-Latecomers are not guaranteed entry and no refunds will be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
-Dress code: Shoulders and knees must be covered. Sleeveless tops, shorts, miniskirts, or low-cut outfits are not allowed.
-Basilica closures: St. Peter’s Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and during certain religious holidays. Access may also be restricted without notice due to ceremonies or events.
-Special needs: Disabled visitors should note this at the time of booking to receive free entry and appropriate assistance.
-Contact info: Ensure your phone number is correct, including country code, so we can contact you if needed.
•Please note that by purchasing this tour, you accept our Terms and Conditions and are aware that no refund will be given in case you do not attend the tour or arrive late for the tour. Please note that in the afternoon and on Wednesday, the door connecting the Basilica and the Vatican Museum is closed. In any case you can go to the Basilica on your own, entering from the main square
•In peak season, due to the high number of visitors, it might take extra time to go through the security check and to collect the Vatican headsets which are compulsory.
•St. Peter's Basilica may close unexpectedly due to religious events, with no prior notice.
Please note that the Sistine Chapel may close without prior notice on rare occasions. Should this occur, your guide will provide a tour of other sections of the Vatican Museums.