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Read through the below articles and you’ll know just about everything you need to know in order to plan your visit to one of the world’s largest church, tomb of St. Peter, and center of Christendom!
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Top St. Peter’s Basilica Tours
The Tour Guy offers a variety of small group and private tours of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Our tours are the best choice since we have many start times, durations, and group sizes to choose from.
We have a special agreement with the Vatican that lets us offer you exclusive entry times and after-hours access. The Vatican is best seen through the eyes of a passionate local guide. We secure the most exclusive tickets so you can have the best experience possible.
Rome in a Day Tour with Vatican & Colosseum
A great tour starts with the best tour guides, and we hand-pick ours to make sure you’re entertained and enlightened. Our Rome in a Day Tour covers the Rome essentials to get your trip started right!
Privileged Entrance Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel
With early start times to beat most of the crowds, this early-entrance tour is ideal for most visitors. You’ll see the best of the Vatican, stand beneath the Sistine Chapel, and tour St. Peter’s Basilica.
St. Peter’s Dome Climb and Sistine Chapel Combo Tour
Combo tours are the best way to maximize your time and money, and this one is extra special because few take the time to climb St. Peter’s Dome. We make it easy with skip-the-line tickets, elevator access, a fun guide, and all the best stops included in Vatican City.
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