Overview
Start a guided visit cutting the lines access to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica all in one.
Meet your guide at the tour office in Borgo Pio, one of the Vatican’s oldest neighborhoods. After a brief introduction, stroll through the charming streets of the Borgo, passing local shops while your guide shares useful tips on where to eat and what to see in Rome.
Hear an introduction to the history of the Sistine Chapel before walking together along Via della Conciliazione. Take in the view of the embassies and national flags lining this grand boulevard, the main approach to St. Peter’s Square.
Arrive at St. Peter’s Square, distinguished by its soaring Egyptian obelisk and embraced by sweeping colonnades topped with statues of saints. Learn about the square’s history and the genius of Gian Lorenzo Bernini, who designed this iconic space.
As you continue toward the Vatican Museums, gain insight into daily life within the world’s smallest country. Pause for photos of the Swiss Guards, the Pope’s official protectors, recognizable by their colorful Renaissance-style uniforms.
Proceed calmly to the Vatican Museums entrance, where you’ll be escorted to a dedicated skip-the-line access area. Explore remarkable collections of Roman and Greek sculptures, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Gallery of Maps.
Step into the Sistine Chapel to admire Michelangelo’s masterpieces, including The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment. These extraordinary frescoes bring biblical stories to life with striking detail and emotion.
Conclude your experience at St. Peter’s Basilica. You’ll be guided to the front of the church and enter directly from the museum through a special passage, allowing you to bypass the long queues in the square.
