This is an artistic and spiritual paradise of the Vatican Museums. The Vatican Museums, located in the Popes’ former living and working quarters, allow you to enter into His Holiness’ kingdom, even if you aren’t wearing red shoes.
Admire the Raphael-designed tapestries depicting Christ’s life (and gorgeous optical illusions). In the stately Gallery of Maps, your guide will take you on a journey through Italy and also into some rooms that are off-limits to the general public.[readmore]The Hall of Animals offers an example of a Noah’s Ark-sized collection of animals sculpted in marble, bronze and alabaster. Michelangelo walked these halls some 500 years ago to gain inspiration. You will gaze upon his marble models for the Sistine Chapel – the Belvedere Apollo, the muscular Laocoön and a stark, perfectly proportional torso, all-around 2000 years old. The stunning culmination of your visit will be the Sistine Chapel.
Read moreKnees and shoulders should be covered at all times during your tour or you will not be allowed entrance
Under 25 years of age there is a discount valid only for students with a student card (passports not accepted. Even a University email is not accepted)
Please plan on being at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before the tour time