Why choose this Rome tour ?
Experience hosted entry to the Vatican Museums and explore some of the world’s most iconic art and historical sites at your own pace. With this self-guided tour, you’ll have the freedom to visit legendary galleries like the Gallery of Maps, Gallery of Tapestries, and the Raphael Rooms, showcasing works from one of the Renaissance’s greatest masters. The highlight of your journey will be the Sistine Chapel, where you can marvel at Michelangelo’s breathtaking frescoes, including the famous Creation of Adam. This tour offers the perfect blend of guided support with the freedom to explore one of the most fascinating cultural sites on earth.
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What makes Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel: Hosted Entry, Self-Guided Visit a unique experience ?
Welcome to the meeting point for your tour. Here, our staff will ensure a smooth start to your Vatican journey and provide any necessary information. Hosted entry ensures you can begin your visit with ease.Your guide will provide a brief overview of the Vatican guided tour for families while waiting in line for permission to enter the Vatican Museums with skip-the-line Vatican tickets.
Explore the extensive Vatican Museums at your own pace, taking in highlights such as the Gallery of Maps and the Gallery of Tapestries. This self-guided experience allows you to marvel at world-famous collections and Renaissance masterpieces.
The Sistine Chapel Experience!
Continue your Vatican museum family tour to the Sistine Chapel, one of the most well-known chapels in the world.
Enter the Sistine Chapel and take in Michelangelo’s masterpiece ceiling frescoes, including the iconic “Creation of Adam.” Learn about the history and significance of the artworks from your guide during this Sistine chapel guided tour.
The Sistine Chapel is where the elections for the new Pope take place and is decorated with Michelangelo’s wonderful frescoes depicting The Last Judgment.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress Code: Shoulders and knees must be covered.
- Security Checks: All visitors must pass through security screening.
- Waiting Time: At times, despite our priority access tickets, we may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues. Your guide will start the tour introduction during this time.
- Photography: Flash photography is not permitted.
- Personal Belongings: Large bags, backpacks, and umbrellas must be checked in at the cloakroom.
- We do not have control over any updates or closures as we must follow Vatican rules and regulations.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Vatican and Pantheon Entry
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Vatican and Pantheon Entry : Our staff will send you the details of the meeting point and timing. The tour begins with the Pantheon in the morning, follow - Ticket ONLY
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just tickets: Please note that this option includes the ticket only and does not include a guided tour.
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel: Hosted Entry, Self-Guided Visit Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Map and recommendations for a self-guided visit.
- Access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
- All fees and taxes.
- Hosted entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
Not Included
- Transportation to/from the meeting Point
- Food and beverages
- Entry to St. Peter’s Basilica (requires separate security check and permission)
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Pointours.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 35 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.