On this tour, travelers will explore the impressive Vatican Museums and part of Vatican City. One of Europe's smallest microstates, located on Vatican Hill in west-central Rome, its borders closely follow the city wall. Guests will begin their visit to the Vatican Museums by marveling at the modern entrance created for the Jubilee 2000, then go on to admire Raphael's Rooms, the Tapestries, and the Gallery of Geographic Maps. They will then pause to take in the Sistine Chapel, the site of the Conclave, featuring Michelangelo's famous frescoes. After passing through the museums, travelers will arrive at St. Peter's Basilica; as one of Rome's four major basilicas and built on the ruins of the original Basilica of St. Peter, it is the most prominent building within Vatican City.

Duration:
Approximately 3.5 hours

Start Time:
9:00am

Inclusions:

• Knowledgeable local guide.
• Entry to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica.
• Skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums.
• Headset use.
• Details are subject to change depending on the day of the tour.

Exclusions:
Transportation, meals, beverages, and gratuities.

Meeting Point:
In front of the Bar-caffetteria L'Ottagono, Piazza Del Risorgimento.

Ending Point:
Vatican area.

Not Suitable For:
Wheelchairs.

Important Information:

• Entry to the Basilica is not permitted during special events or on Wednesdays, due to the Papal Audience.
• This tour is offered on a reserved basis prior to departure.
• Maximum of 50 participants.
• Please dress appropriately, as travelers in shorts, low-cut clothing, or with uncovered shoulders will not be admitted into Vatican museums and churches.
• Tour does not operate on Sundays and religious holidays, including January 1, 6, February 11, March 19, Easter Monday, May 1, June 29, August 15, November 1, December 8, 25, and 26.
• All items except small handbags or money belts must be deposited at the cloakroom before entering.
• No photography or filming is allowed in the Sistine Chapel.
• Permission from the museum management is required for drawing or sketching, as well as for using tripods and other professional equipment.
• Works of art may be photographed without flash except in the Sistine Chapel.