Why choose this Rome tour ?
This brilliant tour encompasses the most popular attractions of the Vatican City, including the collection of Ancient Roman and Greek statues, Raphael’s Rooms, the Galleries of Tapestries and Maps, the Sistine Chapel, Saint Peter’s Basilica and Square and much more! You’ll be accompanied by an expert guide and, with pre-booked tickets you’ll be able to avoid the lengthy queues and begin exploring the artistic and architectural wonders of the Vatican.
This Vatican tour includes the most famous and admired masterpieces of art and architecture that make this such an amazing place. You’ll be met by your guide at the entrance to the Museums and, with pre-booked tickets, you’ll skip the queues, ready to start the tour. There is an opportunity to leave your belongings in the cloakroom and take a comfort break before the tour begins.
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What makes Vatican City and Sistine Chapel Full-Day Tour w Private Guide a unique experience ?
The tour begins with the collection of ancient Roman and Greek sculptures unearthed from excavations across Rome – when Central Italy was under the control of the Vatican. The Apollo Belvedere, the Torso, the busts of Claudius and Hadrian and the sarcophagi of Helen and Constance, the mother and daughter of Emperor Constantine.
The tour will then go to the Room of Animals and the Gallery of Candelabra where you can see (and walk on) rare
Next, you will see the Gallery of Tapestries, the Sobieski Hall and Raphael’s Rooms. Formerly the private apartments of Pope Julius II, Raphael’s Rooms were decorated by Raphael and his apprenticeships, and house of his most famous masterpieces, the Parnassus and the School of Athens.
Sistine Chapel, the Italy’s most popular attraction. You hear from your guide about Michelangelo´s frescoes – The Last Judgment, the Creation of Adam and the Genesis – as well as information on the Stories of Moses and Jesus The chapel is still used today for papal elections – known as Conclave.
The tour ends with a visit to the world’s most important Catholic Church – Saint Peter’s Basilica. Here you have the chance to admire Michelangelo’s masterpiece, La Pietà, as well as the tombs of John XXIII and John Paul II.
Finally, you will enter the enormous Saint Peter’s Square from which you can see the chimney where the white smoke appears, to announce the election of new pope, as well as Bernini’s famous statues. After a final visit or a short tour, you will explore this vast square at your leisure. A perfect way to tour the Vatican!
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
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Vatican City and Sistine Chapel Full-Day Tour w Private Guide Inclusions:
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- Guaranteed to skip the long lines.
- Professional guides.
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
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- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities.
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Italy Private Guides.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Vatican.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 1 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
