Pristine Sistine Early Entrance Small Group Vatican Tour
4 h
Morning
15 max
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Overview
Beat the crowds and see historic masterpieces up close on this guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. See the stunning Raphael Rooms, marvel at the artwork in the Sistine Chapel, and visit the impressive Vatican Museums with a guide.
What's Included
- Visit the stunning Sistine Chapel before the daytime crowds.
- Explore the Vatican Museums at the quietest time of day.
- Skip the line at St. Peter's Basilica (6:45 AM | 6:30 PM | 7:30 PM tours excluded).
- Gaze upon masterpieces by Raphael, Michelangelo, & Bernini.
- Marvel at the awe-inspiring Raphael Rooms.
- Learn from one of the best expert guides in Rome.
Pristine Sistine Vatican Tour Itinerary
Enter the Vatican Museums right as they open for the day for a complete guided tour of this stunning space. Enjoy the masterpieces without the bustling crowds as you follow your guide through the Belvedere Courtyard, the Gallery of Maps, the four Raphael Rooms, and more. Learn from your guide where Raphael worked the faces of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo into his frescoes.
Next, head to the Sistine Chapel. Arrive just as the doors first open to groups and visit at the most pea...
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Meeting Point
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Antico Café Candia, Via Candia, 153, 00192 Roma RM.
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Total Customer Reviews: 13089
Verified Ratings
4.7 /5
based on 13089 Devour customer ratings
based on 13089 Devour customer ratings
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Latest Reviews
Excellent
Christine was such a fabulous guide who clearly loves her job and her wonderful city. She was funny, informative and treated all of us with great kindness! Thank you Christine for a great tour through the Vatican.
Verified · Justine · Australia · Female · 55 to 64 years ·
Apr 24, 2025
Excellent
This is a very good tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and nice. She told us so many things that we would not have know if we tried doing the tour on our own.
Verified · Cynthia · USA · Female · 65 to 74 years ·
Apr 21, 2025
Excellent
We left a review on TripAdvisor. Our guide was excellent and we’ve already recommended the experience to friends who will be visiting over the summer.
Verified · Sarah · Italy · Female · 45 to 54 years ·
Apr 20, 2025
Excellent
Our guide was phenomenal! Can’t remember her name, but she was from Australia. We had 7 in our group and all think she was incredible.
Verified · Dora · USA · Female · 55 to 64 years ·
Apr 20, 2025
Great
Sev was a great tour guide. Although he has lived in Italy for 20+ years, he is also American which made the tour in English much easier. Even though this was an early tour, there were still large crowds which we thought would be much less as an early tour. Overall this was the best tour out of the 4 tours we did on our trip.
Verified · Angela · USA · Female · 45 to 54 years ·
Apr 18, 2025
Know Before You Book
Are there any times when St. Peter's Basilica will not be open to visitors?
The special access passage between the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and subject to other unexpected closures during special celebrations/festivities, including the Easter ceremonies. On such days we will instead explore the magnificent Pinacoteca Gallery rather than the Basilica.
What is the dress code for the Vatican?
Access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel is permitted only to visitors dressed modestly (no sleeveless blouses, no miniskirts, no shorts, no hats allowed). All guests regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees.
Is this tour accessible to guests with mobility impairments?
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments, or for wheelchairs or strollers. Please contact the Guest Experience team at info@takewalks.com to make alternative arrangements.
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