Vatican Museums Tour VIP Skip The Line with Sistine, Vatican Gardens & Bramante
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Highlights
VIP Vatican Museums tickets using a dedicated entrance
Rare, exclusive access to the Bramante Staircase and Vatican Gardens
All-in St. Peter's Basilica and Sistine Chapel tickets
Expert guide with headsets provided
Tour in a group of 25 participants or less
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Reviews
Great way to see and kern about the Vatican.
K&K
Posted on:
2018/10/23 | K&K
Very good despite the crowd & heat
Sid
Posted on:
2018/09/29 | Sid
Overview
Rome
5.5 hour(s)
English
Pick-up not available
What to expect
Skip lines to the Vatican Museums with an exclusive entrance & explore areas closed to the public on this VIP Vatican tour. Visit the Bramante Staircase, revel in the sights at the Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica, and roam the Vatican Gardens.
Reviews
Great way to see and kern about the Vatican.
2018/10/23
Couples
K&K
The small group tour was outstanding along with the "skip the line" pass. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the history of Vatican City. Had a great time.
Very good despite the crowd & heat
2018/09/29
Couples
Sid
There was a lot to cover, but our guide was very good. Her optimal combination of faith & warmth gave the tour a humane compassionate touch. The crowds & the heat notwithstanding, it was a great tour of a beautiful place...
moreTour was Excellent!
2016/10/21
Couples
BJF
We would highly recommend the small group tour of the Vatican Gardens and Sistine Chapel. The walk through the gardens was amazing. So glad that they are now open for the public to view. Our guide was very knowledgeab...
moreActivity Provider Carrani Tours - Gray Line Rome
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FAQ
Q. What is the difference between Faster Than Skip the Line, VIP Skip the Line, and Skip the Line tickets?
A. Faster Than Skip the Line, No-Wait, and VIP Skip the Line tickets mean the same thing. It gives you access to the Vatican Museums through a dedicated entrance. This means the waiting time is significantly shorter since the only thing you'll wait for is the security check.
Skip The Line tickets refer to pre-booked tickets so you'll avoid waiting in queues to buy tickets on-site. However, you will still have to pass through the line the general public has to go through plus the security check.
Skip The Line tickets refer to pre-booked tickets so you'll avoid waiting in queues to buy tickets on-site. However, you will still have to pass through the line the general public has to go through plus the security check.
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. 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.
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.
Q. Which Bramante Staircase does the tour visit?
A. There are two Bramante Staircases in the Vatican Museums and both are located in the Pio-Clementine Museum.
This tour visits the original staircase that was constructed in 1505. It is usually closed to the public. It was originally used as the passageway for the Papal apartments and offers a great view of Rome.
The other Bramante Staircase was built in 1932 and is used as the way out of the Pio-Clementine Museum.
This tour visits the original staircase that was constructed in 1505. It is usually closed to the public. It was originally used as the passageway for the Papal apartments and offers a great view of Rome.
The other Bramante Staircase was built in 1932 and is used as the way out of the Pio-Clementine Museum.
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Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 08:30 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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Required items to bring & attire
- In places of worship and inside the Vatican Museums, it is strictly forbidden to bring strollers, bulky bags or umbrellas.
- No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for men and women. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
Additional notes
- It is forbidden to pick flowers or plants inside the Gardens. In case of an unexpected closing of the Gardens by Vatican Security, the itinerary will be replaced with a similar tour.
- The tour is not available on religious holidays.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 25.
Vatican Museums Tour VIP Skip The Line with Sistine, Vatican Gardens & Bramante
Skip lines to the Vatican Museums with an exclusive entrance & explore areas closed to the public on this VIP Vatican tour. Visit the Bramante Staircase, revel in the sights at the Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica, and roam the Vatican Gardens.