Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Basilica 3-Hour Skip-the-Line Tour
by Greenline Tours
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Overview
This 3-hour guided bus tour in Rome lets you avoid the usual long waits at the Vatican Museums entrance. You will visit the Vatican Museums, including the Gallery of Maps and Gallery of the Tapestries, and see Giuseppe Momo’s spiral staircase. The tour also includes a 30-minute visit to the Sistine Chapel where Michelangelo’s frescoes are displayed. Afterward, you will enter St Peter’s Basilica if it is open, otherwise spend more time in the museums. The tour provides hearphones and a professional guide to explain the artworks. You must follow a strict dress code covering knees and shoulders. Security checks at the entrance include metal detectors, with a waiting time of about 20 to 30 minutes. This tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for people with walking difficulties. Gratuities, transfers, and lunch are not included.
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Sistine Chapel
The Sistine Chapel is located in the Apostolic Palace, the Pope’s official residence in Vatican City. It is considered Michelangelo’s masterpiece and is one of the most important attractions worldwide. The visit lasts about 30 minutes.
30 min
Vatican Museums
The Vatican Museums were established in the sixteenth century by Pope Julius II and are among Rome’s most visited attractions. The tour allows about 60 minutes to explore highlights including the Gallery of Maps, the Gallery of the Tapestries, and the spiral staircase designed by Giuseppe Momo.
60 min
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
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