La Pieta tours, things to do and tickets

See the highlights of Vatican City with an expert guide, visiting the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel. Head inside the world’s largest collection of private art with an expert guide, and see for yourself why the Vatican is a mecca for millions of travelers. Explore intriguing sites and then visit the Sistine Chapel to see incredible frescoes by Michelangelo.
Continue your tour as you enter St. Peter’s Basilica with priority access. Admire even more Renaissance masterpieces inside the beautiful church as you appreciate Michelangelo’s ‘Pietà’ and Bernini’s altar covering. Rub the toes of the statue of St. Peter for the chance to receive some good luck!

Before you start, our multilingual staff will welcome you to our fully equipped, air-conditioned offices.

Following our licensed and knowledgeable guide, the tour begins at the Vatican Museums, with its immense art collection built up by the Popes throughout the centuries. The itinerary includes Pio Clementino Hall, Laocoon and Apollo Belvedere, Maps Gallery, Candelabra Gallery, Tapestries Gallery and one of the most celebrated masterpieces in the world: the Sistine Chapel, with the breathtaking frescoes by Michelangelo.

After exploring the Vatican Museums, the tour will continue directly and without line into St. Peter’s Basilica, the largest church in the world and symbol of the Catholic religion, where it will be possible to admire iconic masterpieces such as La Pietà by Michelangelo and the huge Baldacchino by Bernini.

The tour ends in the suggestive St. Peter’s Square, dominated by Michelangelo’s imposing Cupola and surrounded by the famous Bernini’s double Colonnade.

This no-wait access Vatican Museums tour includes all the must-see places of the Vatican Museums such as the Raphael's Rooms, the Gallery of the Maps, the Gallery of the Tapestry and the famous Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo's 'Last Judgement' and 'the Creation of Adam'. At the end of the tour your guide will take you to visit the largest Christian church in the world – St Peter's Basilica – and introduce you to the history of several artworks, including Michelangelo's La Pietà sculpture, Bernini's immense Baldachino, and much more!

Home to some of the world’s most iconic paintings, the Vatican Museums attract huge crowds. Save yourself hours of waiting by booking this skip-the-line tour. Lead by a professional art and historian expert guide discover centuries of art and history, from ancient Grece to the Renaissance.

Admire the works of some of history’s most celebrated artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Caravaggio, Michelangelo, and much more which hang from wall to wall and fill 2,000 rooms of the museum. Among them some iconic masterpieces as "the Creation of Adam" and "the Last Judgment.

Explore the Vatican Museums, next up is the Sistine Chapel, of course, the greatest gem of the Vatican collection with its entire ceiling and wall completely frescoed by the greatest genius of the Renaissance period – Michelangelo Buonarotti. End your tour at St. Peter's Basilica which hosts incredible masterpieces like Michelangelo's Pietà.

Experience the rich history and art of the Vatican with a visit to the iconic Saint Peter's Basilica. See all the priceless works from the Papal collections, including masterpieces by renowned artists like Michelangelo, Bernini, and many others.

Discover the magnificent works of art and architecture that adorn the walls and ceilings of the Basilica, including Michelangelo's Pieta and Bernini's Baldacchino. Learn about the fascinating history of the Basilica and the various popes who have left their mark on this incredible building.

Our audio guided tour offers a personal and convenient way to explore the landmark, with insider knowledge and fascinating stories about the Basilica and its art and architecture. You'll be able to move at your own pace, pausing and rewinding the audio as needed to fully absorb the information.

Embark on this exclusive 4-hour tour of the Vatican Museums and its Hidden Gems for an unforgettable journey through art, history, and spirituality.
With your personal storyteller delight in the world's most celebrated masterpieces, including the iconic Sistine Chapel with its world-known frescos by Michelangelo and the fine Galleries, while also exploring the hidden, lesser-known chambers of the Pinacoteca, with exquisite works by Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci, and Caravaggio. For art enthusiasts, this is a rare opportunity that must not be missed.
Admire captivating architecture and a vast collection of classical sculptures, then seamlessly transition into St. Peter's Basilica without queues. Stand in awe of Michelangelo's Pieta and the Bernini canopy.
End your tour in the heart of Vatican City, St. Peter's Square, encircled by its iconic colonnades.

Enhance your experience and make it as smooth and comfortable by selecting our Luxury Option with pick-up and drop-off service.

Begin your tour in the early morning and with skip the line access for an optimal experience! Accompanied by your local expert guide, embark on a journey through one of the world's most famous museums. See impressive galleries and courtyards as your guide brings your experience to life with incredible stories and anecdotes. Explore a hidden treasure closed to the general public - the Cabinet of the Masks which houses beautiful mosaics, paintings and sculptures. After admiring the incredible beauty that of the Sistine Chapel, stroll through the Gallery of Maps and tapestries. Wonder at the Raphael Rooms, and continue to see unique sculptures, courtyards, hallways, and much, much more. Your final stop is St Peter's Basilica - considered to be the Catholic Church's holiest of temples, adorned with countless paintings and sculptures including the famous the Pieta by Michelangelo. Your guide will ensure you will see all of the highlights the Vatican has to offer.

Visit the Sistine Chapel before it opens to the general public on this exclusive 3.5-hour Vatican group tour, accompanied by a top-rated local guide. After enjoying the tranquil atmosphere of the chapel and admiring Michelangelo’s masterpiece, you’ll visit the Vatican Museums - arguably the best collection of art in the world, seeing highlights such as the Laocoon and the Apollo Belvedere as well as some other hidden treasures. This Vatican tour also includes St Peter’s Basilica, where you’ll see Michelangelo’s Pietà and learn about art, history and religion.

This tour will take you on an incredible journey through the highlights of the Vatican Museums. Accompanied by your local expert guide, skip-the-line and embark on an thorough and fun exploration of one of the world's most famous museums. Visit one of the hidden treasures of the Vatican museums, closed to the general public - the Cabinet of the Masks which houses incredible mosaics, paintings and sculptures. Be amazed while admiring the incredible beauty that is the Sistine Chapel. Stroll through the Gallery of Maps and be impressed by the incredible tapestries. Wonder at the Raphael Rooms, and continue to see unique sculptures, courtyards, hallways, and much, much more. Your final stop is St Peter's Basilica - considered to be the Catholic Church's holiest of temples, adorned with countless paintings and sculptures including the famous the Pieta by Michelangelo. Your guide will ensure you will see all of the highlights the Vatican has to offer.

Enjoy skip-the-Line access to the Vatican before the crowds arrive on this once-in-a-lifetime VIP experience. In addition to an expertly guided tour of the Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums, and St. Peter's Basilica, you'll also enjoy a relaxing breakfast in one of the Vatican's picturesque courtyards. From the stunningly beautiful Raphael Rooms to Michelangelo's jaw-dropping Pietà and of course the magnificent ceiling of the Chapel itself, you'll experience these legendary masterpieces in a way that few others will.

Enjoy a private tour of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and Saint Peter's Basilica with this skip-the-line guided tour to enjoy the best of the Vatican. The Vatican Museums offer a unique collection of art masterpieces. The itinerary is focused on the most important areas of the museum. Finally, arrive at the Sistine Chapel to see Michelangelo's masterpiece on the ceiling and in the extraordinary depiction of the Last Judgement. The Basilica of St. Peter, the biggest church in the world, will be the last stop on your visit. Today, the church is a treasure trove of precious works of art, such as the Pietà by Michelangelo and the Baldachin by Gian Lorenzo Bernini.

Start your journey with hotel pickup included at St. Peter's Basilica , where you will be able to see the statue of La Pietà and the great Baldacchino by Bernini. Then admire irreplaceable artwork in the Pope’s Gardens as you walk through the meandering pathways to witness the fountains, colorful flowers and Renaissance architecture with a highly esteemed guide. Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel including the upper Galleries. Access the breathtaking Sistine Chapel and be stunned by the frescoes painted by Michelangelo and the amazing team of Italian Renaissance Artists.

Enter inside the residence of the Popes of the past, when they used to be the Kings of Rome.
We will admire the incredible ancient Statues, Tapestries, Galleries, Frescoes and Paintings, learning about the Church and its development during the centuries, about the art and how it changed from the Middle Ages style to the Baroque Style.
We will focus on the greatest artists of the Roman Renaissance: Raphael and Michelangelo. We will study their lives, their works, their personalities and you will decide who is your favourite.
You will have time to stop and enjoy the Sistine Chapel after a deep explanation about it.
A full, complete visit of 7 hours to show you all the secrets of these amazing Museums.
Some of the masterpieces of the Museum:
- Art Collection (Pinacoteca)
- Laocoön
- Gallery of the Candelabras
- Gallery of Tapestries
- Gallery of Geographical Maps
- Raphael Rooms with the "School of Athens"
- Sistine Chapel
- St Peter's Basilica with the Pietà by Michelangelo

Many travelers ask: Is there a Vatican Tour that includes everything?
We hear you out! Now, yes!

This is a special, and unique special-combo itinerary and is not for all:

It is, of course, possible to explore the Vatican Museums independently. But without an understanding of the art & history of the Vatican, it can be tough to tell exactly what you're looking at - let alone what it means.

1) Dome and Basilica Tour: Explore every facet of one of the greatest buildings on Earth as you climb to the top of St.Peter’s Dome, and then visit treasures like Michelangelo’s Pieta and Bernini’s Baldachin.

2) Discover the Vatican Museums with a personal expert guide to satisfy your every curiosity on the masterpieces, Raphael Rooms, and Sistine Chapel. A local expert will guide you through the history and secrets of the Vatican.

This is an intimate experience with tour groups capped at just 8 people or fewer. This means that there won’t be a mass of people between you and your tour guide.

Keep everyone in your family engaged with this 2.5-hour skip-the-line tour of the Vatican and Sistine Chapel that's specifically designed for families and children. Learn about the rich art collection of the Vatican Museums, including Raphael's Rooms and the Gallery of Maps. See Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel and his Pietà and have skip the line access to St. Peter's Basilica. Your children will love this interactive tour.

Discover the "Eternal City" at your own pace with an all-access pass to the main monuments of Rome. Visit St Peter’s Basilica at your own pace. Stroll through the striking aisles of the largest church in the world, admire Michelangelo's "Pieta", and the beautifully carved Bernini Pulpit. Take the stress out of your visit with accompanied entrance to each attraction.

Journey back to the days of the Roman Empire with a fast track ticket to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Follow in the footsteps of Roman citizens at the Via Sacra and discover where the city was founded on Palatine Hill.

Encounter masterpieces of art in the corridors, courtyards and galleries of the Vatican Museums. See Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel and pay your respects to former popes at the site of their tombs.

Discover the figures, the technique and the meaning of the frescoes created in 4 years of Michelangelo's timeless passion on our Sistine Chapel tour. Find out more about Julius II, the pope who commissioned his works. Wander through Raphael's rooms as you let our expert guide reveal the mysteries and insights of the depicted characters. Discover how the church's admiration for art has led to such a vast collection of treasures in the Vatican Museums recovered from underground after years of neglect. Skip the queues and find yourself inside St Peter's Basilica where you will be able to contemplate the long history of Christian faith and be moved by Michelangelo's world famous sculpture, Pietà.

Skip the line for fast-track entry to the world-famous Vatican Museums complex, comprised of Galleries boasting an impressive array of artwork and masterpieces.
During your visit, you'll have the opportunity to witness one of the world's most exquisite collections of sculptures, carvings, frescoes, and paintings. Take a leisurely stroll through some of the most captivating rooms, including the Gallery of Tapestries and the Gallery of Maps. Be stunned by Michelangelo's masterpiece inside the Sistine Chapel.
Finally, venture into the splendid St. Peter's Church, home to the renowned Baldachin by Bernini. You will also have the privilege of admiring Michelangelo's incredible sculpture, "La Pietà."

Don't miss the exceptional chance to elevate your experience with our RENAISSANCE or DOME Options. These options offer you a unique opportunity to explore the exquisite and fine Raphael Rooms or ascend St. Peter's Dome, where you'll be treated to a breathtaking panoramic view of the city.

Visit the Sistine Chapel before it opens to the general public on this exclusive private early morning Vatican tour, accompanied by a top-rated, expert guide. After enjoying the tranquil atmosphere of the chapel and admiring Michelangelo’s masterpiece, you’ll visit the Vatican Museums - arguably the best collection of art in the world, seeing highlights such as the Laocoon and the Apollo Belvedere as well as some other hidden treasures. This Vatican tour also includes St Peter’s Basilica, where you’ll see Michelangelo’s Pietà and learn about art, history and religion.

Join this special visit for early access to the Papal audience ceremony and witness the Pope in action! It's not every day you get to see a figure of such importance up close. Receive your invitation for papal audience from the staff at piazza del Sant'Uffizio, just in front St Peter's Square. Please note this is not a skip the line invitation.

After the audience, you'll have a guided tour of the iconic Basilica of St. Peter with its famous dome and unrivalled architecture that Raphael also played a part in, you'll see masterpieces like Michelangelo's Pietà and Bernini's Baldacchino. The guided tour will take place after the Papal Audience. The tour begins at 11:30.

Make your visit more complete, add the tour of the wonderful Vatican Gardens with multi-lingual audioguide on board an open bus.