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EARLY ACCESS Vatican Museums, St. Peter's with Dome by elevator

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Offered in: English

Overview

Exclusive Early Access Vatican Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry & Dome Access

Experience the Vatican before the crowds on this exclusive early-access tour. Early entry lets you beat long lines and explore world-famous masterpieces in peace, making your visit more relaxed and immersive. With skip-the-line and priority passes, stroll through the Vatican Museums’ Ancient Rome and Greece galleries, Tapestry Hall, Hall of Maps, Sobieski Hall, and Raphael Rooms without the usual crowds. Admire Michelangelo’s frescoes in the Sistine Chapel, discover the secrets of the papal conclave, and enjoy priority access to St. Peter’s Basilica to see Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s masterpieces. Descend to the Papal Tombs and St. Peter’s Crypt, then ride the elevator to Michelangelo’s Dome for panoramic views of Vatican City and Rome, with an optional climb to the summit. Early access transforms your Vatican experience — more time, more space, more wonder.

What's Included

  • Reservation of all skip line and priority passes
  • Assistance of the host on site
  • Tour guide in Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel
  • Entrance tickets to Vatican Museums
  • Entrance tickets to St. Peters and the Dome by elevator
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via Santamaura
3, 00192 Roma RM, Italy

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End point

00120
Vatican City

Tour ends in the Sistine Chapel where visitors may stay on for unlimited time

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Vatican Museums

VATICAN MUSEUMS with skip line pass. A small group guided visit of the highlights of Vatican Museum including Ancient Rome and Greece galleries, Tapestry Hall, Hall of Maps, Sobieski Hall and Raphael Rooms
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Sistine Chapel

SISTINE CHAPEL Highlights of Vatican tour with Last Judgement and the Creation frescoes by Michelangelo, the place where secret conclave (election of popes) takes place
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

St. Peter's Basilica

ST. PETERS BASILICA with priority pass. The most magnificent Christian church with Pieta by Michelangelo and works of Bernini
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. Peter's Basilica

PAPAL TOMBS and the Tomb of St Peters in the Crypt of St. Peter's Basilica
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. Peter's Basilica

DOME ACCESS BY ELEVATOR with priority pass. Michelangelo's magnificent Dome with views from the roof and optional climb to the top
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for people with mobility problems
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not available for children under 8 years old

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the EARLY ACCESS Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s with Dome by elevator?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Reservation of all skip line and priority passes
  • Assistance of the host on site
  • Tour guide in Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel
  • Entrance tickets to Vatican Museums
  • Entrance tickets to St. Peters and the Dome by elevator

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for people with mobility problems
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not available for children under 8 years old
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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