Celebrating Jubilee 2025

See all three Vatican must-sees: tour the Museums and Chapel, then enter the Basilica directly via a hidden passage, skipping hours of wait.

• Everything you get: Jump past the ticketing queues and explore the Vatican Museums with a local expert guide through highlights like the Gallery of Maps, Gallery of Tapestries, and more. Step into the Sistine Chapel with fresh context on Michelangelo’s frescoes, then walk directly into St. Peter’s Basilica via a special passageway, bypassing the 2-hour public queue.
• Why choose this: Normally, visiting the Basilica after the Museums means exiting and rejoining a long security line in St. Peter’s Square. This tour’s secret passage saves you that hassle, giving you seamless access and more time inside one of the world’s most important churches.
• Upgrades: Go semi-private (max 10 guests) for a calmer, more personal experience.
• Choose early access to beat the crowds, with the option to climb the Dome for sweeping views over Vatican City.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line entry

• St. Peter's Basilica Access

• Expert English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, or Japanese-speaking guide

• Semi private tour with a max group of 10 (as per option selected)

• Early morning tour with St. Peter's Basilica and Dome climb (as per option selected)

• Headphones

Exclusions

• Gratuities

• Entry to St. Peter's Basilica Dome

The perfect combo: Explore the Vatican’s masterpieces and the ancient Christian catacombs

• Take advantage of this super-saver combo with a guided tour of the Vatican Museums with the Sistine Chapel and the Roman Catacombs.
• Marvel at Renaissance masterpieces like Raphael's School of Athens, and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel with your expert guide.
• Interpret the symbolism within the iconic sculptures and murals at the Museum with 5 languages to choose from.
• Explore the labyrinthine Catacombs, adorned with flickering torches where early Christians lay their dead underground.
• View the winding tunnels full of faded frescoes of biblical scenes and cryptic symbols with your expert guide.

Inclusions Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel

• Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

• Expert English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German-speaking guide

Roman Catacombs

• Guided tour of the Catacombs

• Roundtrip city transfers

Exclusions Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel

• Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica

Roman Catacombs

• Hotel transfers

Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel

• Tip: Stop for a coffee in the Belvedere Courtyard, or extend your visit to the Carriage Pavillion at the end of the tour.
• Strict dress code: knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
• The tour is not accessible to wheelchair users, but the Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with mobility impairments and a companion.

Roman Catacombs

• Tip: Spend time at the museum located inside the catacombs of Saint Callixtus, which features artifacts and exhibits related to early Christianity.
• Entry to the catacombs of Saint Callixtus is replaced by Domitilla as the former remains closed every Wednesday.
• The experience is not accessible for people who are claustrophobic due to the small spaces.
• Large bags are not allowed.
• Pets are not allowed.
• Alcohol and aerosols are not allowed.
• Strict Dress Code: Guests should cover their shoulders and knees.

Tour the golden trio: The Vatican, Catacombs, and Castel Sant’Angelo, all in one pass

• Save big with a combo of a guided tour of the Vatican Museums, the Roman Catacombs, and a visit to Castel Sant'Angelo.
• Marvel at Renaissance paintings like Raphael's School of Athens, and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel with your expert guide.
• Interpret the symbolism within the Renaissance sculptures and murals at the Museum with 5 languages to choose from.
• Explore the labyrinthine Catacombs, adorned with flickering torches where early Christians lay their dead underground.
• Discover 5 floors of Roman sculptures and weaponry at Castel Sant'Angelo and the Tomb of Hadrian with its imposing cylindrical form.

Inclusions Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel

• Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

• Expert English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German-speaking guide

Roman Catacombs

• Guided tour of the Catacombs

• Roundtrip city transfers

Castel Sant'Angelo

• Entry to Castel Sant'Angelo and the terrace

Exclusions Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel

• Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica

Roman Catacombs

• Hotel transfers

Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel

• Tip: Stop for a coffee in the Belvedere Courtyard, or extend your visit to the Carriage Pavillion at the end of the tour.
• Strict dress code: knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
• The tour is not accessible to wheelchair users, but the Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with mobility impairments and a companion.

Roman Catacombs

• Tip: Spend time at the museum located inside the catacombs of Saint Callixtus, which features artifacts and exhibits related to early Christianity.
• Strict Dress Code: Guests should cover their shoulders and knees.
• Entry to the catacombs of Saint Callixtus is replaced by Domitilla as the former remains closed every Wednesday.
• The experience is not accessible for people who are claustrophobic due to the small spaces.
• Large bags are not allowed.
• Pets are not allowed.
• Alcohol and aerosols are not allowed.

Castel Sant'Angelo

• Tip: For a unique experience, visit during sunset to enjoy breathtaking views of Rome from the terrace.
• The attraction is closed on Mondays.
• The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users, people with mobility issues won't be able to access all spaces of the monument.
• Large bags are not allowed.
• Free admission on 1st Sunday of every month.

Experience it all: Vatican art, Catacombs, a fortress, and the Pope’s summer retreat

• Get more for less with a combo ticket of the Vatican Museums and the Catacombs, plus a visit to Castel Sant'Angelo and Castel Gandolfo.
• Stroll the Museum with your guide and admire the enrobed Gods in the School of Athens painting, and the towering bronze canopy designed by Bernini.
• Navigate the underground maze of the Roman Catacombs with your guide, passing by the dimly lit walls of the dead -- ancient Christian burial grounds.
• Gaze at the imposing cylindrical tomb of Hadrian, topped with Archangel Michael's statue gleaming in the Roman sunlight at Castel Sant'Angelo.
• Wander around the pillars of the Apostolic Palace at Castel Gandolfo and soak in the scents of rose and jasmine around a shimmering lake at Pontifical Gardens.

Inclusions Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel

• Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

• Expert English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German-speaking guide

Roman Catacombs

• Guided tour of the Catacombs

• Roundtrip city transfers

Castel Sant'Angelo

• Entry to Castel Sant'Angelo and the terrace

Apostolic Palace of Castel Gandolfo & Pontifical Villas Gardens

• Entry to the Apostolic Palace of Castel Gandolfo

• Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, and German

Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel

• Tip: Stop for a coffee in the Belvedere Courtyard, or extend your visit to the Carriage Pavillion at the end of the tour.
• Strict dress code: Knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
• The tour is not accessible to wheelchair users, but the Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with mobility impairments and a companion.

Roman Catacombs

• Tip: Spend time at the museum in Saint Callixtus's catacombs, which features artifacts and exhibits related to early Christianity.
• Strict Dress Code: Guests should cover their shoulders and knees.
• Entry to the catacombs of Saint Callixtus is replaced by Domitilla as the former remains closed every Wednesday.
• The experience is not accessible for people who are claustrophobic due to the small spaces.
• Large bags are not allowed.
• Pets are not allowed.
• Alcohol and aerosols are not allowed.

Castel Sant'Angelo

• Tip: For a unique experience, visit during sunset to enjoy breathtaking views of Rome from the terrace.
• The attraction is closed on Mondays.
• The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users, people with mobility issues won't be able to access all spaces of the monument.
• Large bags are not allowed.
• Free admission on 1st Sunday of every month.

Apostolic Palace of Castel Gandolfo

• Tip: Enjoy a leisurely picnic lunch in the Pontifical Villas Gardens and enjoy the views of Lake Albano.
• Strict dress code: No shorts or sleeveless shirts are permitted inside.
• Entry is free for children aged 5 and below.
• Reduced-price tickets are available for children between the ages of 6-18 and students up to the age of 25.
• The Castel Gandolfo tour is ** not suitable** for wheelchair users.
• Only the Apostolic Palace is accessible by wheelchair.

Explore Rome’s oldest basilica at your own pace with an audio guide and learn about its sacred relics.

• Step into Rome’s oldest and most revered basilica, the “Mother of all Churches,” as your audio guide brings Christian history to life.
• See the Cloister, featuring exquisite inlaid marble columns crafted by the legendary Vassalletto family—each with its own unique story.
• Climb the Holy Stairs, believed to have been walked by Jesus, leading to the Sancta Sanctorum, a private papal sanctuary.
• Upgrade to visit the Lateran Palace, once the grand residence of popes, and feel the legacy of Roman pontiffs around every ornate corner.

Inclusions

• Access to Basilica of St. John Lateran and Cloister (as per option selected)
• Access to Papal Chapel of the Sancta Sanctorum (as per option selected)
• Entry to Lateran Palace (as per option selected)
• Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, and Portuguese

Exclusions

• Live guide

Learn about the world’s largest basilica and its history as St. Peter’s burial site with an expert guide and priority entry.

• Everything you get: Enjoy a guided tour of the glorious St. Peter’s Basilica with reserved entry, led by a licensed guide in your chosen language. From Michelangelo’s Pietà to the Papal Tombs, uncover the art, rituals, and stories that shaped Catholic history.
• Why choose this: Go beyond what meets the eye—this isn’t just entry, it’s a guided deep dive into centuries of faith, the making of a major pilgrimage site, and hidden spaces most visitors miss. Plus, you skip the long entry lines.
• Upgrades: Add Dome access by elevator to reach St. Peter’s terrace—the easiest way to see Rome from its highest point.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica & Papal Tombs

• Expert English, Spanish, French, German or Italian-speaking guide

• Dome access via elevator (as per option selected)

Exclusions

• Food and drinks

What to bring

• Bring a valid passport or photo ID for security checks.
• Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for walking and climbing stairs.
• Dress code: Shoulders and knees must be covered; avoid sleeveless tops, shorts, or skirts above the knee.

What’s not allowed

• Large bags, backpacks, suitcases, and luggage are not allowed inside St. Peter’s Basilica.
• Glass objects, weapons, or sharp items are prohibited.
• Flash photography is not permitted inside the Basilica.
• Shorts, short skirts, sleeveless shirts, and low-cut garments are not allowed due to the dress code.
• Strollers are not permitted inside St. Peter’s Basilica.
• Food and drinks are not allowed.
• Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.

Accessibility

• This experience is not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for people with mobility impairments.
• The activity is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.
• The Dome climb involves over 300 narrow steps in an enclosed space and may not be suitable for those with claustrophobia or limited mobility.

Additional information

• All visitors must pass through airport-style security checks; allow extra time, especially during peak hours when wait times can be up to 2 hours.
• Meeting point and time may vary depending on the option booked; please check your confirmation details and arrive at least 15–30 minutes before your scheduled start time. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated or refunded.
• Entry to St. Peter’s Basilica and the Dome may be subject to closure without prior notice due to religious ceremonies or Vatican events. If the underground or Dome is closed, alternative arrangements will be made.
• The special access passage between the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and during major celebrations like Easter. On such days, your guide will take you to the Pinacoteca Gallery instead.
• The elevator for the Dome only goes to the first balcony; the remaining ascent (320 steps) must be done on foot.
• The tour does not include access to the Vatican Museums or Sistine Chapel.
• Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Reserve now & pay later options are available.
• Headsets are provided for clear audio during the tour.
• Please ensure you select the correct tour option (Regular Guided Tour or Dome Climb Tour) before booking.
• Photography without flash is permitted in most areas.
• Moderate physical fitness is recommended due to walking and stairs involved.