From the port in Civitavecchia, enjoy round-trip travel to Rome and skip-the-line entry to Vatican City on this full-day shore excursion. More than five million people walk the corridors of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel every year, and the entry queues are often long. With your skip-the-line ticket, you'll get to jump the line and spend more time inside these world-famous attractions. Enjoy the freedom to explore at your leisure on a self-guided tour.
After your cruise ship arrives at the Civitavecchia port, you'll be picked up for the 1-hour coach journey to Rome (duration may change depending on traffic conditions) to enjoy your full-day shore excursion. Arrive at Vatican City, a walled enclave in Rome ruled by the almighty Pope.
Bypass the lines and head straight inside the Vatican Museums with your skip-the-line entry ticket. Comprised of 54 galleries, the Vatican Museums display a collection of works developed by the Roman Catholic Church throughout the centuries, including some of the most renowned Renaissance art in the world.
Stroll the museums, galleries, hallways and chapels at your own pace, pausing along the way to admire the many sculptures, statues, paintings, murals and historic artifacts on display. Highlights include the Maps Gallery, the Candelabra Gallery, Raphael's Rooms, Pio Clementino's Rooms, the Tapestry Gallery, the Belvedere Courtyard and the Pine Courtyard.
Then pass through the Sistine Chapel, the official residence of the Pope. Gaze up to marvel at Michelangelo's breathtaking masterpiece on the ceiling, often considered one of the most beautiful paintings ever created.
After exiting the Sistine Chapel, wander St Peter's Square, a massive plaza in front of majestic St Peter's Basilica, the largest cathedral in the world whose iconic dome dominates the Rome skyline. Enter the church to admire spectacular Renaissance architecture and artworks.
At the end of your visit to Vatican City, you have free time to explore Rome. In the afternoon, meet your guide near the Colosseum, hop in the coach and relax on the 1-hour drive back to Civitavecchia.
Worry-free Shore Excursion:
We will ensure your timely return to the Civitavecchia port for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.
Please note: On arrival at the Vatican Museums complex, you will need to present your passport or ID card in order to receive an audio guide. If you are unable to present such a document, a deposit of 25 euros (approx.) is required. Your document or deposit will be returned at the end of the tour.
Please note: On arrival at the Vatican Museums complex, you will need to present your passport or ID card in order to receive an audio guide. If you are unable to present such a document, a deposit of 25 euros (approx.) is required. Your document or deposit will be returned at the end of the tour.
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