This was a wonderful first exposure to the museums and to The Sistene Chapel. We had the opportunity to see the beautiful exhibits at a leisurely pace and were not tripping over other people. Highly recommend and will do this again for our next visit.
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Priority First Early Entrance: Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums Ticket
From US$64.76
Overview
Beat the crowds at the Sistine Chapel by entering the Vatican Museums complex an hour and 30 minutes before it opens to the public on this early access tour. Avoid the often hours-long lines and admire the Sistine Chapel in relative tranquility. Gaze upwards at Michelangelo's world-famous frescoes without bumping into other tourists. Plus, you'll be able to explore the rest of the Vatican independently once the tour concludes.
What to Expect
Your early morning experience of the Vatican begins outside of the landmark, where you’ll greet your guide and head straight inside a full hour and 30 minutes before it opens to the general public.
As you head to the Sistine Chapel, your guide provides some historical context. You'll then enjoy the space in a crowd-free environment, allowing you to gaze up at Michelangelo's world-famous frescoes without interruption. Admire Michelangelo’s iconic ceiling fresco, The Creation of Adam, and The Last Judgment, in a serene environment.
Once your time in the Sistine Chapel concludes, you’ll be free to continue exploring the Vatican Museum at your leisure. Among the highlights are the Gallery of Maps, Gallery of Tapestries and Raphael’s Rooms, plus classical statues, Etruscan artifacts, and plenty of Renaissance paintings.
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Priority Early Entry The Vatican
Thank whineandrhoses
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Perfect
It was quiet, we had full access to each of the rooms and to admire the art. We were left to our own devices to finish the Vatican museum after going to the Sistine chapel which was good but I would have preferred to have...More
Thank Stacey C
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Highly Recommended
The only way to see the Sistine Chapel. The Vatican Museum fills up quickly and the Sistine Chapel is at the end. If you want a chance to get in and see it without throngs of people in your way, this is the way to...More
Thank Scott D
1912
The only way to admire Sistine Chapel
Couldn't recomment enough, we were the first ones in the Sistine Chapel which allowed us to sit and really take it all in, perfect! Later in the day we saw what happened when the "hordes descend" and there;s no way anyone can enjoy the experience...More
2 Thank Maryna H
43
Couldn’t be better
Guys, I had initial buyers’ regret as there seemed to be many other skip-a-line tours later in the day. However, the crowds surged as the day passed and boy, we were so happy that we took this tour. We are certain that if weren’t for...More
1 Thank Irfan M
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