Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Bramante Staircase Private Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

The highlight of this special guided tour is the magnificent helical staircase designed by Bramante for Pope Julius II in 1505. This architectural gem, inaccessible until now, will be the special focus of a visit that will also explore the principal masterpieces of the Pope's Museums. The tour is conducted by an educational guide authorised by Vatican City State and includes : Vatican Museums, Pio Clementino Museum, Bramante Staircase, Gallery of the Candelabra, Gallery of the Tapestries, Gallery of the Geographical Maps, Raphael’s Rooms, Sistine Chapel.

Pickup Information

Pick up at your accomodation (hotel, B&B, apartment). Please confirm us the pick up address. N.B.: If your accomodation is not in the area indicated on the above map, send us a message to arrange your pick up.

Language Offered

German-GUIDE

Portuguese-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Vatican Museums
Designed by the famous architect of Tuscany, Donato Bramante, the original staircase was commissioned by Pope Julius II in the early 16th century. The staircase features herringbone paving and has granite columns lining the innermost side of the spirals. It also allowed Pope Julius II to travel directly to his private residence by carriage. The reason this was possible is because the original staircase doesn’t have stairs but is more of a paved ramp. What’s more is that this fascinating architectural marvel displays the double helix shape. This is the shape we most commonly relate to a strand of DNA today. It allowed traffic to travel up on one path and down on the other to ensure that there were never any interruptions. The original staircase is an exclusive destination which makes it very difficult to visit.
Duration: 180 mins
2. Sistine Chapel
Regarded as Michelangelo’s masterpiece, the Sistine Chapel is a jaw-dropping attraction you must see at least once in your lifetime.The Sistine Chapel is one of the greatest treasures of the Vatican City, of Rome and of the world in general. It is known as much for its decoration, as for being the temple in which popes are chosen and crowned.The construction of the building was between 1473 and 1481 during the mandate of Pope Sixtus IV, to whom it owes its current name. What grabs the attention in the Sistine are the frescoes that completely cover the walls and the ceiling. Some of the most important artists who worked in the chapel are Botticelli, Perugino, Luca and Michelangelo.Without any doubt, The Creation of Adam is the best-known image from the Sistine Chapel. It is located in the central part of the vault and represents the story from Genesis in which God gives life to Adam.Located over the high altar Michelangelo’s other masterpiece, The Final Judgment.
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Pio Clementino's Museum

"Skip the line" entrance tickets in the Vatican Museums

Private tour leader at your disposal (choose the language on the checkout)

Educational professional guide authorised by Vatican City State

Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur

Entrance in the Bramante Staircase (Hidden Vatican)

Entrance in the Sistine Chapel

Entrance in the Gallery of the Candelabra and Gallery of the Geographical Maps

Entrance in the Raphael’s Rooms and entrance in the Gallery of the Tapestries

Exclusion

Entrance in St. Peter's Basilica

Food and Beverages

Gratuities. If you are satisfied with the service, a gratuity is customary.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • 0% refund if cancelled 0+ days before the start date

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Dress code required for the Sistine Chapel: knees and shoulders must be covered

Supplied by Rome Italy Explora

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