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 Square where they can choose to enter the Basilica on own after the tour.

Duration:
Approximately 3.5 hours

Start Time:
The start time of the tour will be communicated upon confirmation of the booking.

Inclusions:

• Knowledgeable local guide.
• Entry to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel
• 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, gratuities and entrance to St. Peter's Basilica

Meeting Point:
In front of the Bar-caffetteria L'Ottagono, Piazza Del Risorgimento. (You will find Carrani staff members with flags and/or wearing pink clothing, featuring a heart logo and the word "Rome".)

Ending Point:
Vatican area.

Not Suitable For:
Not wheelchair accessible.

Important Information:

• Entry, "on own," to the Basilica is not permitted during special events or on Wednesdays, due to the Papal Audience.
• Entry to the St. Peter's Basilica is not included in this tour; however, access is possible on an individual basis. the tour ends in front of the Basilica, where your guide will explain how to access the Basilica for guests who wish to do so. Guest will need to pass through the security checkpoint prior to entering the Basilica and make sure their shoulders and knees are covered.
• This tour is offered on a reserved basis prior to departure.
• Maximum of 20 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.
• Guests need to bring their passport to enter the Vatican as no other ID is accepted. The Vatican has the right to deny entrance to anyone who cannot verify their identify.
• 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.