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Read through the below articles and you’ll know just about everything you need to know in order to plan your visit to one of the world’s largest church, tomb of St. Peter, and center of Christendom!
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Top St. Peter’s Basilica Tours
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.
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!
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.
St. Peter’s Dome Climb and Sistine Chapel Combo Tour
Combo tours are the best way to maximize your time and money, and this one is extra special because few take the time to climb St. Peter’s Dome. We make it easy with skip-the-line tickets, elevator access, a fun guide, and all the best stops included in Vatican City.
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The Best Tours of St. Peter’s Basilica and Why + Maps
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 2024: Tickets, Hours, Tours, and More!
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Is Climbing the Dome of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome Worth it?
Heading to Rome and want to know if all those steps to get to the top of St. Peter’s Dome are worth it? It’s a great question because you’ll undoubtedly work up a sweat even if you take the elevator to see the best view in Rome. Luckily, I’ve done it myself and can paint…
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Is a Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tour Worth It?
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23 Most Famous Artworks at the Vatican
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The 16 Most Famous Sculptures at the Vatican
Planning to visit the Vatican but unsure what famous artwork you should see? Don’t worry, we are Vatican experts so we have you covered. Here are the most famous sculptures that you absolutely positively should not miss when visiting the Vatican. Pro Tip: Planning your visit to the Vatican? Bookmark this article in your browser so…
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The 17 Most Famous Paintings at the Vatican
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 are the most famous paintings you absolutely must see when visiting the Vatican Pro Tip: Planning your visit to the Vatican? Bookmark this…
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Think St. Peter’s Basilica is only for religious visitors? Wrong! For art and history lovers, this is a major bucket-list stop in Rome. Not only does this massive and important church house great works of art, it is one! Its beauty and history will blow your mind. Here’s everything you need to know about how…
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