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Skip the Line: Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel + Optional Basilica is a tour in Vatican City. Skip the Line: Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel + Optional Basilica has a rating of 4.70/5.00.

Bypass the lines and enter the Vatican Museums with first access of the day. In a calmer setting, explore the timeless pieces that fill these halls. With a knowledgeable Vatican guide and a small group of no more than 10, your visit will be even more memorable.

This isn’t a typical Vatican tour; your itinerary uncovers the stories and hidden meanings behind the museum's priceless artworks. Your English-speaking guide will highlight the must-see masterpieces such as Michelangelo's greatest work: the Sistine Chapel.

Want direct access to St. Peter’s Basilica? Choose a tour that includes it and skip the external security lines. Please note: no guided tour is provided inside the Basilica.

Important: St. Peter's Basilica is not included in all tour options. Select a tour where it’s clearly listed if you wish to visit.

Short on time? Choose the 1.5-hour version to breeze through the Vatican Museums and be among the first to enter the Sistine Chapel.

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