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Exclusive first entry: Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums tour
Attractions & guided tours

Exclusive first entry: Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums tour

4.8/5
Excellent
Based on 24 reviews
from
$96.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Do this because
  • Be among the first visitors of the day to enter the Vatican Museums
  • Discover the Sistine Chapel without the notorious crowds
  • Get all-day access to the Vatican Museums
  • Smaller group size gives you a personalized experience in good company
What to expect

Experience the exclusive "First Entry" to the Sistine Chapel in Rome. Be among the first visitors to enter the Vatican Museums and marvel at Michelangelo's masterpiece.

With a knowledgeable guide and a small group of 12 people or less, skip the long lines and immerse yourself in the incredible art. Enjoy a serene and intimate encounter, free from distractions.

Afterward, explore the rest of the Vatican Museums at your own pace, armed with insights from your guide. Choose the "First Entry Experience" for a swift, quiet, and unforgettable visit to the Sistine Chapel.

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What's included
  • check First entry tickets to the Vatican Museums
  • check First entry tickets to the Sistine Chapel
  • check All-day access to the Vatican Museums
  • check Expert, English-speaking tour guide
What's not included
  • x_not_included Tips (optional)
Where

Viale Vaticano, 98, 00192 Rome RM, Italy

Meeting point:
Meet 15 minutes before the departure of the tour at the bottom of the wide steps across the street from the entrance of the Vatican Museums. The steps are located between Caffè Vaticano and Hotel Alimandi Vaticano, on the corner of Viale Vaticano and Via Tunisi. The coordinators will be wearing blue City Wonders polo shirts or jackets for easy recognition.
What to remember

Not suitable for:

  • Guests with wheelchairs or any other impairments requiring special assistance

Not allowed:

  • Large bags, tripods, umbrellas, backpacks
  • Photography inside the Sistine Chapel
  • Strollers or baby carriages

Know in advance:

  • It is not possible to re-enter the Vatican Museums once you leave as the tickets are single entry only
  • On Wednesdays, access to St. Peter's Basilica and Square may be closed due to the Papal Audience
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Provider
City Wonders
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.8/5

Based on 24 reviews from verified customers

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  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - December 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    La nostra guida Oxana è stata bravissima, molto preoarata e gentilissima. Top!

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - October 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Our tour guide Lorelei was very informative during the tour. She balanced the tour very well between giving interesting information about the works of ...

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - July 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Nonostante il caldo soffocante, bellissima esperienza. C’erano tante persone, ma non abbiamo fatto cosa. La guida molto brava e simpatica.

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - July 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Abbiamo fatto un’ottima scelta. La nostra guida eccellente, non poteva andare meglio

  • Anonymous

    From Germany - March 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Anonymous

    From United Kingdom - March 2023

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

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