Cortile della Pigna tours, things to do and tickets

Get early morning access into the Vatican Museums to admire countless works, and beautiful courtyards! Together with a truly small group of only 6 participants max, or in your very own private group, you will be able to avoid the big crowds and quietly enjoy these wonderful masterpieces. The Vatican Museums is on everyone’s Rome itinerary so you can imagine it gets quite full, quite quickly. This tour guarantees the personalized and intimate feel that is only possible with our truly small group size, or in your very own private group. We believe that having an intimate experience makes ALL the difference! With your expert local guide, make your way through the vastness of the Museums, with the greatest highlights of the Papal art collection, the Raphael Rooms, the Gallery of Tapestries, the Pinecone Courtyard, and of course the exceptional Sistine Chapel. Finish with the incredible Saint Peter's Basilica.

Embark on an extraordinary journey at the Vatican with this semi-private morning tour that includes an American-style breakfast inside the Vatican's Courtyard. You’ll explore the Vatican Museums before they open to the general public so you can admire famous sights like the Sistine Chapel in a more intimate atmosphere before finishing with skip-the-line access to St Peter’s Basilica through a reserved entrance.

Wondering if there are more exclusive ways to enjoy the Vatican and Sistine Chapel? There are, and this is definitely one of them. Thanks to our relationship with the Vatican, you can enjoy a super limited experience that lets you into the Sistine Chapel after it’s technically closed and after your Vatican tour. Then rest your feet as you enjoy an aperitivo on us in the Pinecone Courtyard without the public wandering by. It’s quiet, exclusive, limited, and unmissable. What are you waiting for?

Benefit from skip-the-line access to some of the Vatican's top attractions on this 3-hour guided tour. Admire the beautiful Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, feast your eyes on the artworks of old masters like Michelangelo and Raphael, and explore the Pio Clementine Museum, Belvedere Courtyard and more. Let your guide bring the works of art to life at the Pinecone Courtyard, the Hall of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Gallery of Candelabra. You'll learn about the figures responsible for these works and their history along the way.

Later, visit the magnificent Sistine Chapel: take some time inside the world-famous room, painted by Michelangelo.

Enjoy a small group of maximum 12-15 people with a guide dedicated to answering questions and enlightening everyone on the spectacular history behind this heritage site. This immensely catholic journey will be explained by our expert local guide where you'll learn the history behind many places and things such as the beloved Sistine Chapel, the iconic Belvedere Courtyard, the antique galleries, and so much more. Take that perfect picture in front of the Pigna Statue in the Pinecone Courtyard, discover the series of galleries in Raphael’s Rooms.The Sistine Chapel will surely be a highlight of this tour, as it is extremely important and where the Pope goes to worship.On this journey,you'll learn the secrets and legends that only a local would know and will get a special look into this historical site.

Do you know where the special chimney used for the black and white smoke traditionally is? Your guide will tell you!

Were Raphael and Michelangelo friends? Not exactly, let's discover it!

Discover, in a SMALL GROUP OF MAX. 13 people, led by a qualified tour guide, the wonders of the most unique museum in the world, where Art and History meet.

With our pre-booked tickets, we'll get into the museums after a security checks and, thanks to the intimacy of our semi-private group, you will learn what brought Michelangelo to the artistic revolution of the Sistine Chapel. You'll visit the main parts of the Museums and you will have the possibility to ask plenty of questions to your friendly guide and more useful recommendations about your stay in Rome.

During the tour you will visit:

- Pinecone courtyard
- Pius-Clementine Museum
- gallery of Candelabras
- gallery of Tapestries
- Gallery of Maps
- Rooms of Raphael
- Sistine Chapel

Avoid the crowd by joining the must do experience in Rome with a guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.

Queue lines at the Vatican will blow you away, so when you see them you will have no doubt in your mind that a guided tour is the only way to do it – Crown Tours offers a skip-the-line guided tour group that ensures you won’t spend all day waiting in line to see the glories that await you.

We've made it our mission at Crown Tours to give you the most insightful tour. So let our expert guides lead you though the museums, commenting all the while on the artworks that line the hallways. Picture perfect moments aren't to be missed as you stroll through Bramante’s Pinecone Courtyard. Up next, the Sistine Chapel, marvel at Michelangelo's Creation of Adam.

After your visit venture inside the home of the Catholic Church, St Peter's Basilica to be visited at your own peace

Don't miss your chance to uncover the hidden treasures of Vatican City with our exclusive Skip the Line Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Group Tour. Say goodbye to long lines as you gain immediate access to the Vatican Museum's remarkable attractions, including the Pinecone Courtyard, Cortile Ottagono, Hall of the Muses, Gallery of Candelabra, Gallery of Tapestries, and Gallery of Maps.

Prepare to be awe-inspired by the breathtaking Sistine Chapel and be captivated by Michelangelo's masterpiece, "Creation of Adam." Our expert guide will unveil the cultural significance and well-guarded secrets behind these iconic frescoes, making your visit truly unforgettable.

Spaces on our guided tour are limited, so secure your spot now for this unique Vatican experience.

You will meet your guide outside the Vatican Museum and bypassing the lines with your skip-the-line ticket you increase quick passage to the gallery complex. You go through a few of the historical centers displays and rooms; Gallery of Maps, Gallery of Tapestries and furthermore enter the Pinecone Courtyard. You at that point work your way towards the shocking Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo's notorious frescoes; The Last Judgements and the Creation of Adam. (Talking isn't permitted inside the church so your guide will give you a full analysis before section).

We will personally accompany you inside through the VIP entrance, without having to wait in line.
Once you are in, we will get the tickets for you and then let you head straight into the Vatican to explore the museums with an audio guide at your own pace.
You will be visiting the Hall of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, the Gallery of Candelabra and the beautiful Pinecone courtyard.
Be mesmerized by Michelangelo’s world famous Sistine Chapel at the conclusion of the tour.

With our tour you won't have to stress by taking the bus because we will personally send a private pick up at your accommodation who will take you directly to the Vatican museums' entrance.

Discover the Vatican Museums and the wonders of the Sistine Chapel accompanied by an expert and professional guide who will follow you throughout the journey, commenting on the main works of the exhibition itinerary. The tour Includes tickets with skip-the-line reservations

Explore the myriad of paintings, sculptures and tapestries that museums have to offer. Your expert guide will then lead you to the Sistine Chapel. Enjoy Da Vinci's illustrious and renowned ceiling frescoes as your guide enlightens you on his all-important story.

You will visit the Cortile della Pigna, the Cortile del Belvedere, the Gallery of Geographical Maps, the Gallery of the Candelabra, the Pio-Clementino Museum, the Gallery of Tapestries, the Raphael Rooms (only on early morning tours) and the Sistine Chapel.

Afterwards, your expert guide will lead you to discover the main attractions and some lesser-known points that often escape the eyes of visitors. See other galleries of the Vatican corridors as well.

Skip the line with a professional tour guide and delight in the wonders held within the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Beat the crowds with priority, fast-track entrance and enjoy an unforgettable experience with a passionate, entertaining guide.

Follow the guide through the Gallery of Maps and admire the intricate tapestries as the path winds its way toward the Pinecone Courtyard before entering the impressive Raphael Rooms. Stand before The School of Athens and admire the genius of Raphael, one of the most important artists of the Renaissance.

Don’t be deceived by the small door of the Sistine Chapel, the magnitude of Michelangelo’s Creation of Adam and The Last Judgement that awaits is overwhelming.

Join a group of never more than 10 visitors in this semi private skip-the-line guided tour and make sure you enter with a live licensed native guide no matter how big the lines are.
The first part of the tour is the Vatican Museums: a highlight of some of the most important parts of this magnificent place including: Pinecone Courtyard, Octagonal Courtyard, the New Wing, the statue of the Laocoon, Gallery of the Maps, Gallery of the Tapestries, the Raphael Rooms and many more.
The number one attraction at the Vatican; the Sistine Chapel, is the second part of the tour: fully appreciate Michelangelo’s awe-inspiring ceiling frescoes.
After you are done visiting the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, again avoid the queue and simply walk to the biggest church in the Catholic world; the St. Peter's Basilica and admire works of art including Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s Baldacchino.

You will explore one of the largest and busiest Museums in the world including the spectacular Sistine Chapel. Discover the true magic and mysteries of Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel at night. Skip the lines to enjoy the jaw-dropping masterpieces when day time large crowds have departed and the doors are closed to the general public.

Museum sectors that may be visited:
• Vatican Museums
• Sistine Chapel
• Raphael Rooms
• Pinecone Courtyard
• Gallery of the Geographical Maps
• Raphael's Rooms
• Collection of Contemporary Art
• Sistine Chapel

 

Experience one of the most exclusive and intimate tours of the Vatican Museum, Sistine We take you through this sacred site during the afternoon hours, when the museum is at its emptiest. This skip-the-line tour includes all of the must-see stops, beginning with a visit to the Vatican Museums. Discover the impressive collection of frescoes, paintings, sculptures, and relics of Michelangelo, Raphael, and Botticelli– some of the most famous and influential artists during the Renaissance period.

Walking tour around each destination (total duration of 2 hours)
Visit of the Pinecone Courtyard
Stops of the Vatican Museums include Pio Clementine Museum, Belvedere Courtyard, Hall of Animals, Greek Cross Hall, Hall of the Muses, The Round Room, Gallery of the Statues, Gallery of the Maps, Raphael Rooms, Sistine Chapel

Vatican Tour under the stars! Enjoy the intimate atmosphere, explore the Vatican Galleries with no rush in the evening when the daily crowd, you will access with priority tickets with a friendly knowledgeable guide.
You'll cover the highlights of the Vatican Museums and access to the Pinecone courtyard, see the marble artworks of the Apollo of Belvedere, the Laocoon and the Torso. Your guide will share with you stories and little secrets hidden in the artworks. Many of those marble statues inspired artist such as Michelangelo and Raphael. You will be guided into the Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel to see Michelangelo's most important work of art, the Ceiling and the Last Judgement. In the 1500s Raphael and Michelangelo were both working for the Pope Julius II and your guide will reveal many real stories on the personality and rivalry between the two artists.
Your sharing tour will end in the Sistine Chapel & you'll have free time on your own to enjoy the overwhelming frescoes.

Start your 5 hours exclusive tour with a nice  buffet  breakfast in the scenographic and famous Pinecone Courtyard and  enjoy early access to the Galleries and the Sistine Chapel where you'll have the chance to admire the great masterpieces from the main artists of all the times far from the crowds.

Transfers to and from the site included.

Live a unique stress-free experience with the Vatican day tour.
Your guide will accompany you inside the Museums of the Popes, for an intimate and profound experience with a visit to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, and we will pass through the Raphael rooms and the Cortile della Pigna.
Finally he will tell you about the anecdotes and secrets of the most famous museums in the world.

Discover the amazing Vatican! Visit Michelangelo’s world famous Sistine Chapel, learn about the history and people behind the art in the Pinecone Courtyard, the Hall of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Gallery of Candelabra. Admire the Raphael Rooms and hear the wonderful stories behind the renowned “School of Athens”. Together with the Sistine Chapel, there are 54 galleries or "salas" inside the Vatican Museums, containing amazing masterpieces. Led by a professional travel guide, this tour is a wonderful and unique experience at the Vatican. Don’t forget to spot the balcony where the Pope delivers his public addresses, and take photos of the stunning exterior of the Vatican!

PLEASE NOTE: Strict dress-code at the Vatican is applicable. Shoulders and knees must be covered. No shorts.

Have the Vatican to yourself on this exclusive early morning tour that whisks you through closed doors for a buffet breakfast in the peaceful Pinecone Courtyard, 1.5 hours before anyone else enters the museums!
While the general public waits in line outside, you’ll feast on an Italian-American breakfast buffet of cooked-to-order eggs, meats, cheeses, muffins, croissants, fresh fruits, cereals, and even pancakes, flipped by the Vatican's pancake chef. Dining in the beautiful Pinecone Courtyard, alongside one of the Vatican Museums' most beautiful works of modern art, experience a level of tranquility rarely seen by Vatican visitors.
See rooms such as the Hall of Maps, Gallery of the Tapestries, Gallery of the Candelabra and incredible Raphael Rooms. Your guide will bring works of art to life, pointing out things you would have missed on your own.
Continue to the legendary Sistine Chapel. Then, skip the ticket lines to enter St. Peter’s Basilica.