Rome: Early-Morning Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tour

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Starts
Rome
Duration
3 Hrs.
Languages
English
Admission
Printed voucher

Description

Start your day in Rome with exclusive early access to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, allowing you to experience world-renowned art before the crowds arrive. Your guided journey begins as the doors open, giving you a rare chance to explore these treasures in a peaceful atmosphere.

Follow your expert guide through the Belvedere Courtyard and the Gallery of Maps, where you’ll discover the intricate details and fascinating stories behind each masterpiece. The tour continues through the four Raphael Rooms, where you’ll learn how Raphael immortalized the faces of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo within his frescoes.

Arriving at the Sistine Chapel just as it opens, you’ll enjoy a serene visit while your guide explains the significance of Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes. A detailed handout ensures you don’t miss any highlights as you admire the breathtaking ceiling and Last Judgment.

For morning tours, enjoy privileged access to St. Peter’s Basilica via a special passage, bypassing long lines. Inside, marvel at Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s magnificent altar as your guide shares the legends and history of this sacred space. Headsets are provided for clear commentary throughout the tour.

This experience includes skip-the-line tickets and the expertise of a knowledgeable guide, ensuring a seamless and enriching visit. Please note that the tour is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments and requires modest dress. Secure your spot now and enjoy Rome’s most iconic landmarks in the best way possible!

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Included

Vatican Museums skip-the-line ticket
St. Peter's Basilica skip-the-line ticket (morning tours only)
Tour guide
Group tour
Headset

Destinations

Aerial panoramic cityscape of Rome, Italy, Europe. Roma is the capital of Italy. Cityscape of Rome in summer. Rome roofs view with ancient architecture in Italy. Rome

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Attractions

Sistine ChapelSistine Chapel
Photo of Towers of Serranos in Valencia . Spain.Torres dels Serrans
St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican CitySt Peter's Basilica

Options

Closing Time Vatican Museums Tour with Sistine Chapel
Join the Afternoon Vatican Museums Tour for a relaxed visit after the crowds have left for the day (St. Peter's Basilica not included). See highlights of the world-famous art collection and marvel at Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel.
Private - Early-Morning Vatican Museums and Basilica Tour
Enter the Vatican before the crowds on a private morning tour of the Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica with special access and expert storytelling.

Good to know

Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers. The special access passage between the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and is subject to other closures. On such days we will offer a more in-depth tour of the Museums. We are unable to provide refunds or discounts. All participants must provide full names, dates of birth, and passport/nationality details at the time of booking. The information must match the ID or passport. Name changes are not allowed, and failure to provide this will result in booking cancellation. Due to the religious nature, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees.

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