Vatican City Skip-the-Line Tour of the Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica 3 hr

Explore Vatican City on a private, skip-the-line tour through its celebrated museums, the Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica. With a professional guide leading the way, you'll move from ancient sculpture to Renaissance masterpieces and hear the stories behind the art.

Begin in the Cortile del Belvedere and Museo Pio-Clementino, where Greek and Roman statues fill the galleries. Continue to the rooms Raphael painted for Pope Julius II, including the Parnassus and the School of Athens. In the Sistine Chapel, look up at frescoes by Michelangelo, Botticelli and other Italian artists. The visit then continues to St Peter's Basilica, home to Michelangelo's Pietà, Bernini's Baldacchino and monuments honoring popes and saints. End in St Peter's Square, with views of the Swiss Guards and the Pope's Palace.

This 180-minute Vatican City tour combines priority entry with a private guide and a focused route through some of the city's most renowned sights. Wear clothing that covers your knees and shoulders, and be prepared for a moderate amount of walking. Book your Vatican City tour to experience these landmark works up close.