Kids Tour of Vatican: Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica

Highlights

• Interactive Kids Activities
• Personalized Tour
• Vatican City Exploration

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Vatican Museums

   1h

   During your trip around the Vatican, your children will participate in games and win prizes whilst learning more about the Vatican’s collections. The first items you will see on the tour are the array of ancient Greek and Roman sculptures, as well as the sarcophagi of Empress Helena and Constantina, the mother and daughter of Constantine the Great. This is followed by a walk through the Gallery of the Candelabra, Gallery of the Tapestries, Sobieski Hall, and the lavishly decorated Raphael Rooms.

2. 2

   Sistine Chapel

   1h

   You will then arrive at the Sistine Chapel, one of Italy’s most popular attractions, and still used today for the papal elections. The chapel is the location of Michelangelo's The Last Judgment and other frescoes depicting Biblical stories, such as the creation of Adam.

3. 3

   St. Peter's Basilica

   30min

   After the Sistine Chapel, you will view the world’s most important Catholic church - Saint Peter’s Basilica. This tour is a great way to keep your children entertained and engaged, as they have fun and learn at the same time. Your family are sure to enjoy teaming up to solve quizzes, participate in scavenger hunts, and much more. Your guide will personalise your tour, creating a unique and perfect experience for your family. Children will actively participate throughout the tour, and learning, having fun, and making memories.

4. 4

   Vatican City

   30min

   This private, 3 hour Vatican tour has been designed specifically for families with children. You’ll hear more about the Vatican Museums’ huge collections, including unrivalled treasures, such as Raphael's Rooms and the Gallery of Maps. See Michelangelo's famous Sistine Chapel and his Pietà, plus benefit from skip-the-line access to the Museums and St. Peter's Basilica. A fun and engaging tour that you and your family will never forget!

Before you go

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