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A visit to the Sistine Chapel can go well or badly. It’s up to you. We exist as a tour company to help travelers understand and feel the emotions of what they’re seeing. That’s why we recommend reading up on an attraction before visiting, and of course, booking a guided tour to elevate your trip.

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Top Vatican City Tours With the Sistine Chapel

The Tour Guy offers a variety of small group and private tours of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Our tours are the best choice since we have many start times, durations, and group sizes to choose from.

We have a special agreement with the Vatican that lets us offer you exclusive entry times and after-hours access. The Vatican is best seen through the eyes of a passionate local guide. We secure the most exclusive tickets so you can have the best experience possible.

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Rome in a Day Tour with Vatican & Colosseum

A great tour starts with the best tour guides, and we hand-pick ours to make sure you’re entertained and enlightened. Our Rome in a Day Tour covers the Rome essentials to get your trip started right!

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Privileged Entrance Vatican Tour With Sistine Chapel

With early start times to beat most of the crowds, this early-entrance tour is ideal for most visitors. You’ll see the best of the Vatican, stand beneath the Sistine Chapel, and tour St. Peter’s Basilica.

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Exclusive After Hours Sistine Chapel Tour with Aperitivo

You can’t go wrong with an exclusive tour that lets you into the Sistine Chapel after it’s been closed to the public! Want more? Ok, how about a drink of your choice during aperitivo hour in the Pinecone Courtyard? Done.

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Best Sistine Chapel Tours in Vatican City in 2025 with Special Access and More

Sean Finelli

Vatican City is one of the most well-visited places in the world. It’s overflowing with art, history, and spirituality. Without a doubt, the centerpiece of this magnificence is the Sistine Chapel and the gorgeous paintings that adorn its ceiling. Here we’ve put together a list of some of the best tours of the Sistine Chapel. …

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The Best Tours of St. Peter’s Basilica and Why + Maps

Brie Greenhalgh

St. Peter’s Basilica is the most recognizable building inside tiny Vatican City and is worth visiting. The question is, what kind of tour should you take of St. Peter’s Basilica and should you combine it with a Vatican Museums tour? Find out what we recommend as the best tours of St. Peter’s Basilica so you…

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How To Visit the Sistine Chapel in 2025: Tickets, Hours, Tours, and More!

Brie Greenhalgh

The pope’s private chapel might be small, but it’s mighty. From Michelangelo’s iconic ceiling to The Last Judgement, art lovers will be awe-struck! But visiting will take some planning since you can’t just see the Sistine Chapel on its own. In this guide, we share everything you need to know about how to visit the…

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The Most Iconic Art and Architecture You Must See in Rome

Dale Pappas

How can one see all that Rome has to offer? From Trevi Fountain and the National Rome Museum to the Pantheon and the Colosseum, Rome is an ever-giving city of magnificent works. Let’s look at 19 of Rome’s most iconic art and architecture to make the most of your Rome trip! This article isn’t meant…

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23 Most Famous Artworks at the Vatican

Brandon Shaw

Planning to visit the Vatican but unsure what famous artwork you should see? Don’t worry! We’ve run tens of thousands of Vatican tours, which makes us Vatican experts. Here is what we believe is the most famous artwork that you absolutely must see when visiting the Vatican. Pro Tip: Planning your visit to the Vatican? Bookmark…

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The 10 Most Famous Things to See Near the Vatican City

Sean Finelli

Planning a trip to Vatican City and not sure what to see and do in the area? There are definitely no shortages of famous artwork, ancient Roman construction, monuments, and attractions. In this article, we’ll detail what there is to see in and near the Vatican so you can plan the most memorable visit possible.…

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17 Things To See in the Sistine Chapel

Brandon Shaw

Planning to see the Sistine Chapel and want to know more about the masterpieces you’ll be looking at? To help you add depth and meaning to your trip, we detail the top things to see in the Sistine Chapel and why they are so important. Pro Tip: Planning your visit to the Vatican in Rome? Bookmark…

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62 Famous Artworks, Statues, and Things to See in the Vatican Museums

Brandon Shaw

Looking for a comprehensive guide to the Vatican Museums? This is likely the most elaborate free guide on the internet detailing the must-see treasures of the Vatican Museums. Written by a licensed Vatican tour guide, Brandon Shaw, this valuable resource contains everything you need to know and more about what to see at the Vatican…

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Who Painted the Sistine Chapel?

Brandon Shaw

Could you dedicate almost 10 years of your life to one project while living and sleeping in the same room that you are working in? With stifling heat in the summer and freezing cold in the winter? 500 years ago, the most famous artist of the Renaissance set out to create a masterpiece that is unrivaled…

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Can You Visit the Vatican in the Afternoon? Yes!

Sean Finelli

A trip to Rome is simply not complete if you don’t see the Vatican. Many people believe that you should only see the Vatican in the morning to avoid the crowds, which we highly recommend. But the afternoon can be a pleasant experience as well. Here’s how you can sleep in a bit and still…

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