Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel small-group tour with a local guide

Overview

It may be the world's smallest state, but Vatican City packs a mighty punch when it comes to history, art, and architecture. And there's no better way to tick off its must-sees than this walking tour with an expert local guide. You’ll explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St Peter's Basilica in a small group, meaning you get more from your guide. Valeria, one of our guides, says, 'Since I was a child, my passion for the past was my inspiration, and my dream to become an archaeologist came true. The incredible beauty and splendour of the Vatican Museums will amaze you.’With a priceless collection of over 20,000 unique works of art, there's no time to waste on this afternoon of discovery. And, with the added value of fast-track entrance, you'll avoid the crowds and skip straight to the good part with your small group. Follow your guide as they take you through the museums' labyrinth of statues, paintings, and sculptures from the likes of Raphael, Bellini, and Leonardo.Listen to expert background commentary as you wander through the most important sections, including the Gallery of Tapestries and the Gallery of Candelabra, before reaching your next stop — the Sistine Chapel. ‘It’s one of Michelangelo’s greatest masterpieces,' says Valeria. Its frescoes, which took six years to complete, span the complete interior — it's a real showstopper. You'll round off the tour with a visit of St Peter's Basilica, where pilgrims come to worship and pray and admire the magnificent Renaissance architecture.

What's included

Headset (for groups of more than 6 people)

What's Not included

Where

Rome, Italy

Meeting point:

Meet your guide at the top of the flight of stairs just after Caffé Vaticano. Please show up at the meeting point at least 10-15 minutes before entrance time as latecomers may not be accomodated.

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What To Expect

Visit the Vatican’s main attractions with a small group tour of up to 16 people and skip-the-line admission
See priceless artworks by masters such as Raphael and Bellini in the Vatican Museums
Stroll through the Sistine Chapel to admire Michelangelo’s frescoes on the ceiling
Take in the world-famous Renaissance architecture of St Peter's Basilica
Be accompanied by an expert local guide with an unrivalled knowledge of Vatican City and its treasures

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