Sistine Chapel Early Access plus St Peter's Skip the Line and Crypts

2 Hours

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Hotel Pickup Offered

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Overview

As one of Europe's most popular attractions, the Sistine Chapel receives more than 5 million visitors every year, meaning tourists often spend more time waiting outside, in lines often in excess of three hours, rather than exploring inside. On this early-access 2-hour tour of the Sistine Chapel, you'll enter the UNESCO-listed landmark 20 minutes before other tour groups, and 1.5 hours before the general public, guaranteeing crowd-free photographs and silent serenity. This small-group tour, limited to 15 people, also includes skip-the-line entry to St. Peter's Basilica and its crypts.

Early-access 2-hour tour of the Sistine Chapel in Rome
Enter the chapel 20 minutes before other tours and 1.5 hours before the general public
Avoid long lines often in excess of three hours and enjoy skip-the-line entry to St. Peter's Basilica
Capture crowd-free photographs and admire the chapel's magnificent ceiling in the absence of crowds
Enjoy skip-the-line access to St. Peter's Basilica and descend to its mysterious crypts

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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
This service ends at St. Peter's Square at around 9:30 AM.
Extra measures may be implemented at some venues due to heightened global security. As a result, we may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues. Extra measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought inside. To avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, we strongly suggest that you avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour. The Vatican only permits very small bags, and specifically prohibits large bags, tripods, umbrellas, and backpacks. Any such items must be checked into the free luggage storage area. The group will not be able to wait for those who need to check their baggage.
This tour goes straight to the Sistine Chapel with no bathroom or water break to give you as much time as possible in the chapel. Please plan accordingly.
This tour involves a fair amount of walking and stairs; comfortable shoes are recommended.
We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours.
Entrance into the Vatican requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women.Â
Non-flash photography is permitted throughout the tour, except in the Sistine Chapel where talking and photography are prohibited.
Guided visits inside Saint Peter's Basilica are not permitted in the early morning due to mass being held. Instead your guide will deliver a full commentary from the Basilica porch. From there, you will be free to enjoy the artworks within the Basilica at your own pace, meeting your guide after the visit.
Saint Peter's Basilica is subject to last-minute closures for religious ceremonies. When this occurs, we're happy to offer customers an extended tour of the Vatican Museums.Â
The Basilica Crypts are subject to last minute closures for religious ceremonies. In this case, the guide will endeavor to inform the tour group of when the crypts will be accessible and clients who wish to spend more time in the Basilica to wait for the crypt to reopen are welcome to do so. In this case, the tour will conclude on the Basilica porch overlooking St. Peter's square.

Sistine Chapel Early Access plus St Peter's Skip the Line and Crypts

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Departure & Return

What To Expect

Additional Info

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