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Early Access Sistine Chapel Tour with St Peter's Basilica and Vatican Tombs

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Enjoy exclusive access on this VIP Vatican tour! Embark on a Sistine Chapel tour before it opens to the public. Then, see bronze statues with skip-the-line St. Peter's Basilica tickets. End the tour at the Vatican Crypts where popes are laid to rest.

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Good value

2015/06/29 Friends Sandra

The early hour to meet our guide was a little intimidating for our group upon our first full day in Rome. We needed to negotiate the subway system very early and were a little unsure of how to proceed and how much time ...

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FAQ

Q. I am taking a Vatican Tour that includes Saint Peter’s Basilica, will we go up the dome?
A. No, but it is possible to climb the Dome on your own if you wish, but you will need to purchase a ticket directly on site.

If you intend to climb the Dome after your tour ends, be sure to book a morning tour (not on a Wednesday) as the Dome access is already closed in the afternoon and the Basilica is often closed on Wednesday mornings.
Q. Can I take photos during my Vatican visit?
A. Non-flash photography is permitted in most areas of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica. But, photography of any kind is not allowed inside the Sistine Chapel.
Q. What should I wear on my Vatican visit?
A. Men, women, and children must have their shoulders and knees covered at all times. Low-cut clothing and hats are not allowed.
Q. Can I bring a backpack to the Vatican Museums?
A. Yes, guests can carry bags if they are smaller than 40cm length x 35cm width x 15cm depth. Anything bigger than this, or any umbrellas or camera tripods, must be checked into storage at the beginning of the tour.

Since the tour ends at the other side of the museum, guests who are forced to check bags must leave the tour early to collect them or complete a 20-minute walk back to the entrance after their tour. Those doing the afternoon tour may not be able to retrieve their belongings until the next day. It is recommended that visitors travel light and avoid bringing large baggage.
Q. What is the difference between the Scavi and the Necropolis?
A. The Necropolis refers to the crypts beneath St Peter’s Basilica, where most of the late Popes have been buried. The tour visits this site.

The Scavi is where the tomb of St Peter is located. The only way to get in is to contact the Vatican directly through the Vatican Scavi office by emailing scavi@fsp.va to request access.
Q. What is the best time to visit the Vatican?
A. If you want to avoid the crowds, go really early or really late. There are tours on VELTRA that provide access to the Sistine Chapel before it opens to the public and to the Vatican Museums after its operating hours.
Q. What is the best day of the week to visit the Vatican?
A. Visit on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday to avoid most of the crowds.

Most of the museums in Rome are closed on Mondays, the Papal Audience is staged every Wednesday, locals are part of the crowds on Saturdays and the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel are closed on Sundays.
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  • Credit card payment
Cancellation Policy
  • Any cancellations made after 07:20 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Operation days
  • Everyday

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Early Access Sistine Chapel Tour with St Peter's Basilica and Vatican Tombs
Enjoy exclusive access on this VIP Vatican tour! Embark on a Sistine Chapel tour before it opens to the public. Then, see bronze statues with skip-the-line St. Peter's Basilica tickets. End the tour at the Vatican Crypts where popes are laid to rest.