Gallery Of The Maps tours, things to do and tickets

Immerse yourself in an immense collection of historic art on this guided tour. Visit the Vatican Museums, discover the Gallery of the Maps, and marvel at the frescoes in the Sistine Chapel.

Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel tour with an expert friendly guide in a small group.
Take advantage of your skip-the-line tickets and maximize your time inside this magnificent Vatican Museums. Your guide will lead you through the amazing galleries housing one of the most important art collections of the world. Art and history will be brought back to life and you will learn many stories & anecdotes through the headsets so you do not miss any words of the hidden artworks.
During your tour you will discover the Galleries of the Maps, Tapestries and Candelabra and the masterpiece of Michelangelo: The Sistine Chapel. At the end of your tour, enter the Basilica with our skip the line access (if option selected).
You will learn about the Renaissance painters: Michelangelo & Raphael and their rivalry throughout their lives.

Note: we do not give access to the Basilica on tours after 2:30 PM, on Wednesdays, and on closing days set by the Vatican.

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!

Treat yourself to a guided tour to discover the majestic art collection of the Roman Catholic Church, without stress and long queues!

Once inside the Museums, we will begin this wonderful journey with the Tapestry Gallery, the sumptuous Gallery of Geographical Maps, the Borgia Apartments up to the marvelous Raphael's Rooms, frescoed by the painter Rapahel and his pupils; the "School of Athens" painting.

Finally, you will reach the Sistine Chapel, Michelangelo's masterpiece: a true jewel of universal art.This is the place where the Conclave takes place and it is not allowed to speak inside. Your Guide will have previously provided you with all the details necessary to fully enjoy this special place.

Looking up you will find yourself immersed in a whirlwind of colors and unique representations, that you will be able to admire without any stress.
Your visit will end by walking along the iconic Spiral Staircase - inspired by the Scala del Bramante - which will lead you to the exit.

• Look at some of the finest art in the world
• Explore Michelangelo’s famous frescoes in the Sistine Chapel 
• The Raphael Rooms, The Gallery of Maps, and Caravaggio's Deposition are some of the highlights that would be the centerpiece of almost any other museum in the world

Explore the collection of art in the Vatican Museums. Experience frescoes of Botticelli and Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling. Enjoy Belvedere and Pinecone Courtyards and Gallery of the Maps.

Fill your visit to the Vatican with extra meaning, history and interesting facts with an expert guide on an intimate small-group tour of up to 13 guests only. Step inside the most important galleries and rooms, such as the Gallery of the Maps, Pio-Clementino Museum to discover the world's most significant collection of art.

This tour lets you into the secrets of the art works, following the intriguing history of the state of the Holy See, revealing the background stories about its great treasures. Admission is included and will allow you to enter the Vatican without having to wait in a long line at the entrance.

Take a guided tour of the extensive papal collection of statues, artefacts and paintings by some of the world’s most distinguished artists in the endless corridors of the Vatican Museums. See work by historic cartographers in the Gallery of the Maps, admire the Gallery of the Candelabras and more. Enter the Sistine Chapel and contemplate the glory of Michelangelo’s acclaimed masterpiece.
Entrance ticket free of charge each last sunday of the month

A more unique way to visit the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel is after hours tour: entering the Vatican Museums in the evening when most of the crowds have left.

With VIP after hours access to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel to enjoy a quieter evening exploring the incredible art with a local guide. A highlights of its many galleries including but not limited to the Gallery of Maps, Gallery of Tapestries, Raphael’s rooms and the Gallery of the Candelabra.

At the end of the tour a quiet time in the Sistine Chapel will be unforgettable after hearing your guide's stories of its creation.

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

Discover the highlights of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with an expert guide on this early access tour with a small group.

Enter the Vatican Museums right as they open for the day. Enjoy the masterpieces without the bustling crowds as you follow your guide through the Belvedere Courtyard, the Gallery of Maps, the four Raphael Rooms, and more. Learn from your guide where Raphael worked the faces of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo into his frescoes.

Next, head to the Sistine Chapel, visit at the most peaceful time of day. Get a full run-down of Michelangelo's frescoes, including a detailed handout, from your guide before heading in.

Note: Access to St. Peter's Basilica is not Included in this tour.

After Meet & check-in our friendly staff will introduce you to Guide. Fast Track reserved entrance for groups only step inside to start your Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour. Follow guide, listening to tales of saintliness and scandal, and learn about the Vatican’s place as one of the holiest sites in Christendom. Italian art flourished in the Renaissance and Baroque periods, and the Vatican popes put together one of the world’s largest collections of private art with frescos, paintings, sculptures, and treasure. See the highlights as you walk through galleries such as Raphael’s Rooms, and hear stories behind works such as the 'School of Athens'—a piece that features images of Michelangelo and Raphael himself. Pass through halls such as the Gallery of the Masks and Gallery of the Maps. Then, make your way into the Sistine Chapel. A sacred spot and the private papal chapel, the Sistine Chapel is also renowned for its Michelangelo frescoes—'The Last Judgement' and 'The Creation of Adam.'

Take a 3-hour tour of one of the holiest sites in Christendom on this guided walking tour of the Vatican Museums. This exceptional tour includes, among other galleries of the Vatican corridors, a tour of the Pine Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, the Gallery of the Maps, Candelabra Gallery, Pio Clementino's Rooms, the Tapestry Gallery, Raphael Rooms and a comprehensive visit of the Sistine Chapel.

Then, experience the magnificent interior of St. Peter’s Basilica at your own pace without a guide, where highlights include Bernini's high altar and the stunning "La Pieta" by Michelangelo.

✔ Explore the vast galleries of the Vatican Museums with a guide in your chosen language
✔ Discover Michelangelo's masterpiece in the Sistine Chapel
✔ Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Vatican Museums
✔ Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Sistine Chapel
✔ Skip the ticket lines to enter St. Peter's Basilica
✔ Tour guide

Take a 3-hour guided walking tour of the Vatican Museums and other important sights in one of Christianity's holiest cities. This remarkable trip includes a walk of the Pine Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, Gallery of the Maps, Candelabra Gallery, Pio Clementino's Rooms, Tapestry Gallery, Raphael Rooms, and a full visit of the Sistine Chapel, among other galleries of the Vatican hallways.

✔ With a guide in your preferred language, explore the enormous halls of the Vatican Museums.
✔ In the Sistine Chapel, see Michelangelo's masterwork.
✔St. Peter's Basilica discovery from outside.

Then, without a guide, explore the majestic interior of St. Peter's Basilica at your own leisure, with highlights like Bernini's high altar and Michelangelo's exquisite "La Pieta."

Join our exclusive, Semi Private guided afternoon tour of the Vatican. With no more than 12 people in the group our guide will tailor the tour experience to your personal interests.

Stroll through the vast galleries and visit the Gallery of the Maps, Gallery of the Tapestries and Gallery of the Candelabra. Admire the beautiful Pine Courtyard, and enter the Pio Clementine Museum. Step inside the famous Raphael's Rooms and see "The School of Athens".

Enter the stunning Sistine Chapel and admire Michelangelo’s famos frescos “The Last Judgement” and “The Creation of Adam”, and many other artworks made by famous artists such as Raphael, Botticelli and Perugino.

Guided tours are not allowed inside St. Peter's Basilica in the afternoon due to religious functions.

Take a guided tour of the extensive papal collection of statues, artefacts and paintings by some of the world’s most distinguished artists in the endless corridors of the Vatican Museums. See work by historic cartographers in the Gallery of the Maps, admire the Gallery of the Candelabras and more. Enter the Sistine Chapel and contemplate the glory of Michelangelo’s acclaimed masterpiece.

AVAILABLE ONLY FOR THE OPTION "3 hours with Basilica":
Then, experience the magnificent interior of St. Peter’s Basilica, where highlights include Bernini's high altar and the stunning "La Pieta" by Michelangelo.

Enjoy an exclusive 3-hour St Peter’s Basilica, Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums skip the line private tour. Explore the wonderful complex of rooms, artwork and history with Tom, a local licensed guide, who will bring the ancient collections to life. Use the fast access to explore the Gallery of the Maps and Raphael’s Rooms; admire breath-taking Sistine Chapel with ‘The Creation of Adam’ by Michelangelo’; end your tour in the St Peter’s Basilica, where the famous Pietà is preserved.

Take a 2.5-hour tour of one of the holiest sites in Christendom on this guided walking tour of the Vatican Museums. This exceptional tour includes, among other galleries of the Vatican corridors, a tour of the Pine Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, the Gallery of the Maps, Candelabra Gallery, Pio Clementino's Rooms, the Tapestry Gallery, Raphael Rooms and a comprehensive visit of the Sistine Chapel.

✔Benefit from skip-the-ticket-line access to some of the Vatican's top attractions on this guided tour
✔Admire the beautiful Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
✔Feast your eyes on the artwork of old masters like Michelangelo and Raphael
✔Explore the Pio Clementine Museum, Belvedere Courtyard and more

Your expert guide will take you to some of the major attractions, as well as to some lesser-known spots that other tourists often miss. You will receive a broad base for understanding the remarkable history, architecture and politics of the Vatican.