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Small Group: Stories of the Vatican Tour + St. Peter's Basilica Access

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Uncover the captivating stories behind every masterpiece on our small group, Skip-the-Line Vatican Tour. With groups of 10 or fewer, breeze through the entrance.. Read more

  • Get the stories behind the Vatican art.

  • Small groups of 10 or less. 

  • Insider guides lead the way.

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Children
(7 - 18)
09 january 2023
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Small Group: Stories of the Vatican Tour + St. Peter's Basilica Access

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About the tour

Uncover the captivating stories behind every masterpiece on our small group, Skip-the-Line Vatican Tour. With groups of 10 or fewer, breeze through the entrance, getting to know your fellow explorers before delving into the Vatican Museums.

This isn't an average Vatican tour. Your personalized itinerary unveils the stories, history, legends, and secrets behind the Museum's most cherished works. Guided by an expert English-speaking Vatican guide, you'll fully immerse yourself in the wonders of the Vatican Museums. Cap off your visit with a special entrance to the Sistine Chapel, where your guide will prepare you to marvel at Michelangelo's greatest masterpiece.

Your insider guide ensures an optimized visit on the day of your tour, guaranteeing you witness the Vatican Museum's most significant highlights. Perfect for first-timers, the tour covers key destinations like the Pinecone Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, Room of the Muses, Round Room, Greek Cross Room, Candelabra Gallery, Gallery of the Tapestries, and the Gallery of the Maps during a typical Vatican tour.

At the conclusion of your tour, you will enjoy skip-the-line access to St. Peter's Basilica, excluding Wednesdays and special events.

Daily except Sunday

2.5 hours - departure Various

English

what’s included
  • Tour as described
  • Skip the Line Vatican Museums entrance tickets
  • English-speaking Vatican Guide
  • Access to St. Peter's Basilica (excluding Wednesdays and special events
what’s excluded
  • Hotel pick up, drop-off
  • Gratuities
emmy1111

TripAdvisor 09 Sep, 2024

Learned so much about the Vatican

Gaga was very knowledgeable about the Vatican and clearly takes pride in ensuring that not only her group but all visitors for the Vatican museums and the Sistine Chapel have a rich experience Really enjoyed the tour

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Itinerary

Starting Point

*THIS VOUCHER IS NOT A TICKET*

*DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REDEEM THIS VOUCHER DIRECTLY AT THE VATICAN MUSEUMS*

Plan on arriving to our meeting point at least 15 minutes in advance of your selected departure time. Meet our representative on the steps in front of Via Tunisi, 4. The steps are located at the corner with Via Sebastiano Veniero. Your Ticket Host will be holding a flag with the green EcoArt logo.


Ending Point

Vatican Museums or St. Peter's Basilica

Itineraries vary from day to day and at the discretion of your guide who will adapt your route.

This itinerary covers the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, including but not limited to: Pinecone Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, Room of the Muses, the Round Room, Greek Cross Room, Candelabra Gallery, Gallery of the Tapestries and the Gallery of the Maps.

When available, Skip the Line Access to St. Peter's Basilica will be automatically provided at no extra cost. No guided tour will be provided. Please note that the Basilica is a separate venue to the Vatican Museums, is free to enter and does not require a ticket. It is not possible to always guarantee access to the Basilica, which may close with little or no notice.

Additional information
  • Comfortable shoes are recommended.
  • Leave big backpacks at your hotel! Only small purses are permitted inside the Museums.
  • Something to cover your knees and shoulders.
  • Photos are allowed in almost all rooms of the Vatican Museums, except for the Sistine Chapel. Please note that bulky or clearly professional photographic or video equipment, such as tripods, large video equipments, and equipment backpacks, will not be permitted inside the Museums.


Daily except Sunday

  • We are unfortunately unable to accomodate guests with wheelchairs.
  • Guests must be able to climb and descend stairs on their own.
  • *THIS VOUCHER IS NOT A TICKET* You must redeem this voucher at the meeting time and location designed on this voucher, with one of our designed Ticket Coordinators.
  • It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes.
  • Large bags and backpacks must be checked in.
  • To enter the Vatican Museums, shoulders and knees must be covered.
  • We are unfortunately unable to accomodate guests with wheelchairs.
  • Guests must be able to climb and descend stairs on their own.

Tour goes forward rain or shine! Your Vatican Tour may be cancelled for a full refund or may be switched to a different date/time as long as your request is received no later than 24 hours before your original departure time and date. Multiple changes are permitted. To request a cancellation or change of time/date, send an e-mail to info@ecoarttravel.com.

Reviews
BORGO33
TripAdvisor
02 Mar, 2020
GREAT VATICAN TOUR

We had a beautiful experience with you guys. Many thanks to Paolo,Roberta and our very knowledgeable and friendly guide Silvia We’d be happy to contact you again on our next visit in Rome

mybigworld
TripAdvisor
22 Jan, 2019
Third time was the charm

True words. The guided "Fast track Access" tour with Eco Art Travel was by far the best of three tours we have taken to the Vatican and Sistine Chapel. Our lovely guide, Chiara, had a wealth of knowledge which she was excited to share with us. She had the best personality!!! Her English was excellent. She speaks German and French too. Loved chatting with her. Her degree in Art History and Antiquity served us very well. We would highly recommend Eco Art Travel for the small group tours. No headset needed. Grazie mille Chiara. You made the tour so enjoyable.

fagiebum
Viator
27 Sep, 2017
VIP tour

Total VIP treatment here! Small group really means small group - it was just our family of four. We got to ask our really friendly, informative and professional tour guide any question, and could by-pass or move to areas of our own particular interest. A great tour, which opens your eyes to all things Vatican City! Paying for skipping the line really does save you hours in queueing, meaning you can save yourself at least half a day, which on precious holiday time is well worth the money!

DIANA R
TripAdvisor
23 Jun, 2017
Couldn't ask for a better experience.

Couldn't ask for a better experience. Our guide, Stefania, was extremely knowledgeable and personable. She was able to avoid the crowds and we still saw everything. The skip the line feature was absolutely worth the price.

Kimberly
Direct
24 Apr, 2017
Mom, Aunt & Grandma loved it

I live in Rome, but my family does not. Recently my mother, aunt and grandmother all came to visit me and I was tasked with the responsibility of organising their days. I knew they had to see the Vatican, but knowing how crazy it can get -- I was weary of sending them in alone and felt like they wouldn't really get anything out of the visit. Luckily found a solution in this tour -- I had heard great things from friends about the Vatican guides and decided it was my best chance of giving them a memorable experience, I even joined them on the tour. Our guide was Luciano - and we could not have been happier. My mom, grandma and aunt, none of which have any art history interest or education - were mesmerised throughout the tour. Luciano was able to cater to each of them, asses what they might be interested in and cater to the tour to them. The tour was a few weeks ago, but they are still talking about it as the single best thing they did while in Rome. Thank you Luciano!

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