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Vatican: Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's (Skip-the-Line)
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Overview
See the best of Vatican City on the Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museum and Basilica Small Group Tour! This 3-hour tour lets people discover amazing art and history.
The tour is a walking tour perfect for people who want to see famous religious sites and art. A guide will take guests through the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. People will skip the long lines and see a lot of art. See the Gallery of Papal Carriages, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Gallery of Maps.
This tour includes a professional English-speaking guide and earphones for groups of six or more. It does not include hotel pick-up or drop-off, food, or drinks. 
Highlights
Skip the Long Lines: Walk right in and don't waste time waiting.
See Amazing Art: Discover famous art in the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica.
Expert Guide: Learn from a professional English-speaking guide.
Small Group: Enjoy a more personal experience with a smaller group.
Sentiment Analysis
Most customers really enjoyed the tour and thought it was worth the money because they skipped the line and the guides were very helpful, although a few wished it was longer.
Customers loved skipping the long lines.
Many enjoyed the guide's knowledge and how well they explained everything.
Visitors found the tour to be a great way to see the Vatican's highlights.
Some reviewers described the tour as 'the highlight of their trip'.
Some people felt the tour was too short.
A few reviewers wished they had more time in certain areas.
The Journey
Vatican Museums
Step into the Vatican Museums, a vast repository of art and history spanning millennia. With over 54 museums, 1400 rooms, chapels, and galleries, this is one of the largest art collections in the world. Marvel at masterpieces like Leonardo da Vinci's 'St. Jerome,' explore the exquisite Raphael Rooms, and discover the Pinoteca's chronological display of papal collections from the Middle Ages. The sheer scale and artistic treasures make the Vatican Museums an essential destination for any art lover or history enthusiast.
Sistine Chapel
Behold Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel, an artistic marvel that draws over 5 million visitors annually. Despite Michelangelo's initial reluctance, his frescoes, including the iconic 'Creation of Adam,' are a testament to his genius. The chapel's design, inspired by Solomon's Temple, adds to its historical significance. Admire the surrounding frescoes by other Renaissance masters like Ghirlandaio, Perugino, Roselli, and Botticelli, making the Sistine Chapel an unforgettable experience of art and spirituality.
St. Peter's Basilica
Enter St. Peter's Basilica, the largest basilica in the world, through a secret entry, and prepare to be amazed. Witness Michelangelo's poignant Pietà, admire the intricate mosaics, and stand beneath Bernini's towering baldacchino. Discover the single painting within the basilica, positioned above the Pietà. Explore the tombs of numerous popes, including St. Peter himself, buried beneath this magnificent structure. The Basilica is a breathtaking testament to architectural and artistic genius.
Know Before You Go
This tour includes a professional English-speaking guide with clear diction and earphones for groups of 6 or more. It does not include hotel pickup and drop-off, food, or drinks. Make sure to dress respectfully when visiting religious sites.
Hot Tip
Wear comfortable shoes because you will be doing a lot of walking. Also, try to book the tour early in the day to avoid large crowds.
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