Discover the Vatican’s treasures with expert-led insights that reveal the stories behind the art and architecture.
Meet your guide at the designated meeting point near the museum entrance. Skip the ticketing line and breeze through security with your group. Present a valid ID and booking confirmation before entry.
One of the most visited museum complexes in the world, home to centuries of priceless art collected by the Catholic Church.
Gallery of Maps & Tapestries
Walk through vibrant, frescoed corridors filled with Renaissance-era cartography and masterful woven narratives.
Raphael Rooms
Admire frescoes like The School of Athens and learn how Raphael helped define Vatican art during the High Renaissance.
Step inside the sacred chapel and gaze up at Michelangelo’s ceiling masterpiece and The Last Judgment with full context from your guide.
Wrapping up
After your tour, feel free to explore St. Peter’s Basilica on your own—entry is free and it's just a short walk from the Sistine Chapel exit.
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Strict dress code: knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
Big bags and suitcases aren't allowed inside the attraction, but guests can make use of the lockers on site.
When in Sistine Chapel, silence is mandatory and photography is prohibited. Guides will provide all necessary and interesting details before entry.
Photography and the use of mobile phones is strictly prohibited in the Sistine Chapel.
Power banks are strictly prohibited inside the venue.
Pets and other small animals are not allowed in the venue, with the exception of guide dogs.
This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
While the tour is not accessible, the Vatican Museums offer free tickets for visitors with mobility impairments (certified invalidity exceeding 74%) and a companion.
Please note: All guests must pass through airport-style security. During high season and peak hours, the wait time at the security check may be up to 30 minutes.
Purchasing this tour implies an agreement to stick with the assigned guide, without whom you cannot access the Vatican Museums. Opting out or missing the tour means losing ticket rights, without refunds.
Please be aware that during the Jubilee Year, certain areas of the Vatican Museums may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies. Additionally, entrance to St. Peter's Basilica may also experience unannounced closures.
The Vatican Museums reserve the right to close any section, including the Sistine Chapel, due to unforeseen circumstances. The closure of any museum section does not entitle visitors to any refund.
Note: Michelangelo’s Last Judgement will undergo maintenance until March 2026. While the Sistine Chapel remains open, views of the fresco may be partially obstructed by the scaffolding.
This activity is non-refundable and cannot be cancelled. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.
