Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica Tour in English

Explore Vatican City's iconic landmarks, the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica, on a guided tour with skip-the-line tickets. Journey through art, history, and spirituality and see what makes this place the heart of the Catholic Church and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Meet your guide and make your way to the Vatican Museums, a treasure trove of art and history. As you enter the vast complex, be greeted by a stunning array of sculptures, paintings, tapestries, and archaeological artifacts.

The museums house an unparalleled collection, including works by renowned artists such as Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci, Caravaggio, and countless others. The galleries are organized thematically, taking you through different epochs of human creativity.

Arrive in the Sistine Chapel, situated within the Vatican Museums, and a crown jewel of Renaissance art. Gaze upward to the iconic ceiling with Michelangelo's breathtaking frescoes. The most famous is the "Creation of Adam," a masterpiece that depicts the moment when God gives life to Adam.

The chapel's walls are adorned with magnificent frescoes by other Renaissance masters, creating an atmosphere of profound spiritual and artistic significance. It is also the site of the papal conclave, where the College of Cardinals gathers to elect a new pope.

Then, enter St. Peter's Basilica, one of the largest and most magnificent churches in the world, designed by some of the greatest architects of the Renaissance, including Michelangelo and Gian Lorenzo Bernini.

Approach the basilica and its stunning facade and towering dome. Inside, find an interior of grandeur and spirituality, with intricate mosaics, sculptures, and altars. The centerpiece is Michelangelo's magnificent "Pieta" sculpture, which depicts the Virgin Mary holding the lifeless body of Jesus.

Conclude your tour after visiting the basilica and understand how these 3 sites stand as a testament to the enduring influence of the Renaissance and continue to inspire and captivate visitors from all walks of life.

This tour is not wheelchair nor mobility scooter accessible This tour is not recommended for those with mobility impairments The Vatican Museums provide free entry for visitors who are (according to the requirements stated by the Vatican City) at least 74% disabled with the appropriate certification and provides free entry to caretakers: please inform the local partner when booking if you fit into these requirements.

For those using wheelchairs, the standard path is not accessible. In this case there is the possibility of doing a personalized tour.