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Vatican City Small-Group Tour of the Excavations and St. Peter's Tomb
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- Rome, Italy
- Updated November 2, 2026
Explore Vatican City’s masterpieces, the Sistine Chapel, and the excavations beneath St. Peter’s on a guided small-group tour.
About this tour
Explore Vatican City through its art, history, and sacred underground spaces on this small-group tour. Meet inside Giuly's Cafe before discovering the Vatican Museums, where a guide leads you through a collection featuring works by Michelangelo, Raphael, and Bernini. The museum visit lasts three hours and includes the Sistine Chapel, with headphones provided for the tour.
Continue with a one-hour introduction to the history and art of St. Peter’s, then join a guided one-hour visit to the scavi, the excavations beneath the basilica, including the Tomb of St. Peter. Along the way, learn about the history of the popes, from earlier eras to the present day. The provider describes priority entrance at each site; pre-booked admission tickets are separate and payable as listed, and the scavi ticket must be paid in cash on site.
This Vatican City small-group tour brings major masterpieces and the story beneath St. Peter’s together in one visit. Book your place to experience the Vatican’s landmarks with a live English-speaking guide.
Highlights
- Explore the Vatican Museums’ celebrated art collection
- Admire works by Michelangelo, Raphael, and Bernini
- Visit the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica
- Descend into the excavations beneath St. Peter’s Basilica
- Learn about the history of the popes
What's included
Included
- Headphones in the Vatican Museums
- One-hour introduction to St. Peter’s history and art
- One-hour guided tour of the scavi
- Three-hour guide to the Vatican Museums
Not included
- Pre-booked scavi ticket, payable on site in cash
- Pre-booked Vatican Museums skip-the-line admission: €35 per adult and €20 per child
- Optional one-way hotel transportation to the Vatican: €60 for 2 people, €90 for 4 people, or €120 for 6 people
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4.00 / 5 · 1 review
Important information
- Meeting point: inside Giuly's Cafe
- Service animals are allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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