Skip-the long entrance lines and visit the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel with one of the best local guides

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The Vatican Museums house one of the world’s most impressive art collections, showcasing masterpieces collected by the Catholic Church over centuries. Highlights include the Sistine Chapel, adorned with Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes, and the Raphael Rooms, celebrated for their stunning Renaissance art.
St. Peter’s Basilica is one of the most iconic landmarks in the world, located in the heart of Vatican City. This magnificent Renaissance church, designed by great architects like Michelangelo and Bernini, is renowned for its grandeur and spiritual significance. Visitors marvel at its soaring dome, Michelangelo’s Pietà, and the intricately adorned interiors. As the burial site of Saint Peter, it serves as a vital pilgrimage site and a masterpiece of art, architecture, and faith.
St. Peter's Square (Piazza San Pietro) is a grand and awe-inspiring plaza in Vatican City, designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini in the 17th century. Surrounded by a majestic colonnade of 284 Doric columns and crowned by 140 statues of saints, it serves as the gateway to St. Peter’s Basilica. At its center stands an ancient Egyptian obelisk and two beautiful fountains, creating a harmonious and symbolic space. The square is a focal point for religious gatherings, including papal audiences and celebrations, where thousands of pilgrims and visitors come together in this iconic setting.

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The Vatican Museums are a breathtaking complex of galleries showcasing some of Italy’s most important art, ranging from exquisite paintings and sculptures to intricate tapestries and classical antiquities. As one of the most visited attractions in the world, they are a must-see for art and history enthusiasts alike.

Join a skip-the-line, small-group tour for a more intimate experience of these iconic collections. Equipped with a headset, you’ll enjoy clear commentary as you explore treasures like the Gallery of Maps, featuring works by early cartographers, and the Gallery of Candelabra, adorned with magnificent marble sculptures and carved candelabras. Marvel at Raphael’s Rooms, where the Renaissance master’s genius is on full display, before stepping into the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel. Here, gaze at Michelangelo’s legendary frescoes, including The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment, masterpieces that define the chapel's grandeur.

The tour continues to St. Peter’s Basilica, one of the most revered churches in the world, built on the site believed to be St. Peter’s burial ground. Admire Michelangelo’s La Pietà, a poignant early masterpiece, and pause to rub the foot of the statue of St. Peter, a tradition said to bring good fortune. The tour concludes outside the basilica, leaving you with unforgettable memories of this remarkable journey through art and history.