Why choose this tour ?
Experience exclusive access to the must-see highlights of Vatican City: the Vatican Gardens, Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. Begin your journey with the Vatican Gardens by minibus, where you’ll be guided through this tranquil space while listening to the multilingual audio guide. Explore the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel at your own pace, taking in the countless masterpieces. Be sure not to miss five key highlights: the stunning Raphael Rooms, the Belvedere Torso, Leonardo Da Vinci’s St. Jerome in the Wilderness, the Round Room, and the breathtaking frescoes of the Sistine Chapel. Finish your visit with an audio-guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica, offering spectacular views of Rome. After passing through security, immerse yourself in the Basilica's golden ceilings, intricate marble works, Bernini's Baldacchino, the Cattedra di San Pietro, mosaics, and Michelangelo's iconic Pietà, all while discovering the rich history behind each masterpiece.
What makes Vatican Pass: Gardens, Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica a unique experience ?
The Vatican Gardens are a serene and beautifully landscaped area within Vatican City, covering about half of its territory. They feature lush green spaces, fountains, sculptures, and centuries-old trees, offering a peaceful escape from the bustling city. The gardens, open to the public only through guided tours, hold historical and artistic significance, with several parts dating back to the 16th century. They are a perfect blend of nature, art, and history, showcasing the Vatican’s commitment to beauty and tranquility.
They display works from the immense collection amassed by the Catholic Church and the papacy throughout the centuries: Vatican museums has more than 20,000 artifacts in display, from the glories of ancient Greece and Egypt to Middle ages Renaissance works. Admire pine cone courtyard, Egypt and Etruscan collections, glorious tapestries, Gallery of Maps, painted ceilings and large scale frescoes by Raphael.
The most visited chapel in the world, seat of the conclave and a fascinating place to admire Michelangelo's frescoes
St. Peter's Basilica is one of the largest and most renowned churches in the world, located in Vatican City. An architectural masterpiece of the Renaissance, it features works by Michelangelo, Bernini, and other great artists. The basilica's impressive dome, designed by Michelangelo, dominates the skyline of Rome, while its interior is adorned with stunning mosaics, sculptures, and artworks. St. Peter's is not only a spiritual center but also a symbol of the Catholic faith, attracting millions of visitors each year.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The entrance of St. Peter is not a skip the line.
- The timeslot selected refers to the visit of the Vatican Gardens: the first experience of your reservation.
- The entrance is subject to a strict dress code. Please make sure your shoulders and knees are covered.
- Please remind the entrance to the Dome is not included in this booking.
- The multilingual audio guide will be available only for the Vatican Gardens.
- The audioguide for the Basilica is an APP downloadable on your mobile: headphones are not included.
- Please take note that audioguide will not provided for the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
- For security reasons, reservations can only be made for individuals aged 7 and older.
- Children under 7 are not permitted to book.
- The Vatican Museums reserve free admission to all disabled visitors with a certified disability of more than 74%. In case of not self-sufficient, the free ticket is also extended to a companion
- 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.
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Details: The multilingual audio guide will be available only for the Vatican Gardens. The audioguide for the Basilica is an APP.
Vatican Pass: Gardens, Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Vatican Gardens with open bus skip the line ticket
- Assistance at the Touristation office
- Audio guide for St. Peter's Basilica (app)
- Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel skip the line ticket
Not Included
- Audio guide for the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
- Skip the line entrance for St. Peter's Basilica and entrance to the Dome
- Headphones for App Audio guide for St. Peter's Basilica
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Food and Drinks
- Guided Tour
Special Instructions:
Your voucher is not the official ticket: please report at the Touristation office to redeem it. Passport ID is required to enter the venue. All visitors are required to pass through security control. Please make sure to be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before your selected time slot, as entries are strictly timed. The timeslot selected refers to the visit of the Vatican Gardens: the first experience of your reservation. 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.
Please be advised..
- This Tour is Provided by TOURISTATION.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- This Tour is Rated 2.5 Stars based on 5 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.
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