Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour

Highlights

• Sistine Chapel Access
• Guided St. Peter's Basilica Tour
• Vatican Museums

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Vatican Museums

   1h 10min

   Vatican museums are well known for their collection of unique art works and statues, meet your guide at our office and go in a guided tour of Vatican museums going into details explaining art works, statues, and stories behind them.

2. 2

   Sistine Chapel

   20min

   Following your guide enter the Sistine Chapel and marvel at the intricate fresco that covers the entire ceiling and walls. Painted by Michaelangelo between 1508 and 1512, the Sistine Chapel represents a cornerstone work of High Renaissance art. From the Creation of Adam to the Last Judgement, Michelangelo dedicated some of his greatest years to the Sistine Chapel, working day and night – even sleeping in the chapel – to satisfy the popes of Rome.

3. 3

   St. Peter's Basilica

   1h 10min

   Finally, head to St. Peter's Basilica for the final leg of your guided walking tour. The cathedral is one of the most renowned works of Renaissance architecture and holds the title of the biggest church in the world. Explore the interior of this magnificent structure with your guide and discover the many masterpieces of Renaissance and Baroque art that fill the cathedral. Admire the famous Pietà by Michelangelo and the elaborate St. Peter's Baldachin by Bernini.

Before you go

Location