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You'll want to fill it up, when you learn about our world famous Colosseum Underground Tour!
This is a walking tour and involves occasional walking up & down stairs.
Follow your guide past the long general access line and into a much shorter security line. In no time at all, enter the Vatican Museums.
Enjoy the amazing views and open space of the Pinecone Courtyard, one of the many open spaces within the Vatican State and Museums.
The Vatican's Pio-Clementino Museum is one of Rome's best collections of ancient Greek and Roman statues.
Get up close to some of the world's most iconic statues in the world, including Laocoön and His Sons in the Pio-Clementino Museum.
How big would you build your bathtub if you ruled the world, or the Roman Empire? On Wednesdays, witness just how far emperor Nero went to bathe in ultimate luxury.
This gallery was originally an open "loggia" but was walled and closed some 200 years ago. The statues and candelabras you see during this Vatican tour date back as far as 3rd Century B.C.
Some of the masterpieces in this gallery were designed after the cartoons drawn by Raphael. Look out for a tapestry that includes a spectacular optical illusion.
This is a true highlight of the Vatican Museums. On display here are incredible frescoes of maps.
Decorated for Pope Julius II by the hand of Raphael, your next stop on your Vatican group tour is to the apartments adorned in Raphael’s priceless frescos, including his glorious "School of Athens”.
Visit the rooms that once served as the apartments of Pope Alexander VI. With all the scandal around this pope and his family, you'll wish these walls could talk.
The pièce de résistance of the Vatican Museums is the Sistine Chapel. Witness Michelangelo's masterpiece in person.
The most important church in all of Christendom, the home of the papacy and one of the most remarkable buildings ever built. There’s no better place to wrap up your Vatican tour.
One of Gian Lorenzo Bernini's most celebrated works sits in the center of the Basilica. Marvel at the gorgeous dome - directly below it is St. Peter's tomb.
One of the hidden treasures of St. Peter's is a statue celebrated today as one of the greatest ever made. It's also the only works of art ever signed by Michelangelo.
Before we say "arrivederci", learn about St. Peter's Square from the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica.
*Short delays at the security check may occur during the busiest months, June and July. We do, however, have a team of experts at the Vatican every morning to help our groups avoid delays as much as possible.
Important! If you wish to stay in the Vatican Museums toward the end of your tour, you must forgo the guided visit of St. Peter’s Basilica. If you choose to do this, you’ll lose the chance to use the special entrance to St. Peter’s Basilica from the Sistine Chapel and skip the lines with your guide. If you decide to leave the tour early, remember to return your headset to the tour guide.
Q: Is there a dress code to enter the religious sites on this tour?
A: We ask both men and women to cover knees and shoulders, otherwise you may be refused entry to religious sites and miss out on a portion of your tour. We understand the summers in Rome can be hot, so a great alternative is to bring a shawl/scarf/sweater with you. That way, you can cover your knees and shoulders when necessary.
Q: Will the Vatican Museums be crowded during this tour?
A: The Vatican is often slow in the late afternoon, but there is a chance the museums may be crowded while we are inside.
Q: Does the Vatican ever experience unexpected closures?
A: During State visits or special religious events, parts of the Vatican may be closed unexpectedly. If an area normally covered on a tour is closed, our guide will still provide explanations of the closed areas from outside. Plus, we will show you an extra site or gallery to compensate.
Q: I have some doubts about my mobility. What do you suggest?
A: If you have any doubts about your mobility, we strongly suggest you take a Vatican Private Tour.
ADULT: €59.95
Adults
€ 59.95
Youth (6-17)
€ 45.95
Child (5 & under)
FREE
The Roman Guy offers a full refund on Group Tour cancellations made more than 72 hours prior to the start time of your tour. Cancellations made within 72 hours of your tour taking place cannot be refunded but we will do our best to accommodate you on another tour or date, pending availability.
The Roman Guy offers a full refund on Private Tour cancellations made more than 7 days prior to the start time of your tour. Cancellations made within 7 days of your tour taking place cannot be refunded but we will do our best to accommodate you on another tour or date, pending availability.
Be prepared to be walking or on your feet for the duration of the tour. If that makes you nervous due to a physical condition, contact us for more information or go with a private tour that will move at your pace. Thanks!
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from 96 reviews
5 / 5
Elaine, our guide, and the entire tour, was MARVELOUS! We toured just yesterday, April 8, 2019. Let me set the stage a little: It was a crowded day atElaine, our guide, and the entire tour, was MARVELOUS! We toured just yesterday, April 8, 2019. Let me set the stage a little: It was a crowded day at the Vatican. I’m in my first trimester of pregnancy and not feeling great (nauseas, tired). I had a feeling I was in for a rough day. Right away my husband and I were at ease because I could tell this was not Elaine’s first rodeo. She’s an expert at touring and navigating the Vatican (security, exactly where to go and when, to avoid crowds, etc.). She had us laughing the entire time and engaged all of us- even two high school boys who were stuck with us old folks— Now that’s talent. ..more
Amelia
4/17/2019
This Skip the Line tour was absolutely incredible and extremely convenient! I loved every second and our guide spoke so passionately the entire time!
Hally P.
4/15/2019
Our tour guide was Angie. She was very knowledgeable and patient. She did not rush us through anything and helped in every possible way. The tour was Our tour guide was Angie. She was very knowledgeable and patient. She did not rush us through anything and helped in every possible way. The tour was spectacular and very informative We're so glad we had a tour guide explaining everything, otherwise we would have just been admiring all the works with no knowledge of its background and interpretation. Thank you Angie!!..more
Daphne
4/10/2019
Terrific tour ~ kept our teenagers interested the entire tour. Our four children learned so much. We could have never kept them engaged and listening Terrific tour ~ kept our teenagers interested the entire tour. Our four children learned so much. We could have never kept them engaged and listening for two hours. Thank you...more
Christine
4/1/2019
Raffa was a wonderful guide who was both knowledgeable about the history and artifacts in the Vatican as well as lighthearted and fun. She knew the goRaffa was a wonderful guide who was both knowledgeable about the history and artifacts in the Vatican as well as lighthearted and fun. She knew the good spots for photos, kept the tour moving, and made sure that everyone got to see what they wanted/answered any questions they had. She was a delight!..more
Tim
3/20/2019