Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Bramante Staircase Private Tour
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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Bramante Staircase Private Tour
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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Bramante Staircase Private Tour
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Highlights
The highlight of this special guided tour is the magnificent helical staircase designed by Bramante for Pope Julius II in 1505. This architectural gem, inaccessible until now, will be the special focus of a visit that will also explore the principal masterpieces of the Pope's Museums. The tour is conducted by an educational guide authorised by Vatican City State and includes : Vatican Museums, Pio Clementino Museum, Bramante Staircase, Gallery of the Candelabra, Gallery of the Tapestries, Gallery of the Geographical Maps, Raphael’s Rooms, Sistine Chapel.
Itinerary
Sistine Chapel
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedRegarded as Michelangelo’s masterpiece, the Sistine Chapel is a jaw-dropping attraction you must see at least once in your lifetime.The Sistine Chapel is one of the greatest treasures of the Vatican City, of Rome and of the world in general. It is known as much for its decoration, as for being the temple in which popes are chosen and crowned.The construction of the building was between 1473 and 1481 during the mandate of Pope Sixtus IV, to whom it owes its current name. What grabs the attention in the Sistine are the frescoes that completely cover the walls and the ceiling. Some of the most important artists who worked in the chapel are Botticelli, Perugino, Luca and Michelangelo.Without any doubt, The Creation of Adam is the best-known image from the Sistine Chapel. It is located in the central part of the vault and represents the story from Genesis in which God gives life to Adam.Located over the high altar Michelangelo’s other masterpiece, The Final Judgment.Vatican Museums
3 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedDesigned by the famous architect of Tuscany, Donato Bramante, the original staircase was commissioned by Pope Julius II in the early 16th century. The staircase features herringbone paving and has granite columns lining the innermost side of the spirals. It also allowed Pope Julius II to travel directly to his private residence by carriage. The reason this was possible is because the original staircase doesn’t have stairs but is more of a paved ramp. What’s more is that this fascinating architectural marvel displays the double helix shape. This is the shape we most commonly relate to a strand of DNA today. It allowed traffic to travel up on one path and down on the other to ensure that there were never any interruptions. The original staircase is an exclusive destination which makes it very difficult to visit.
What's included
INCLUDED
Pio Clementino's Museum
"Skip the line" entrance tickets in the Vatican Museums
Educational professional guide authorised by Vatican City State
Private English-speaking tour escort at your disposal
Pick-up and drop off with luxury transportation and private chauffeur
Entrance in the Bramante Staircase (Hidden Vatican)
Entrance in the Sistine Chapel
Entrance in the Gallery of the Candelabra and Gallery of the Geographical Maps
Entrance in the Raphael’s Rooms and entrance in the Gallery of the Tapestries
NOT INCLUDED
Entrance in St. Peter's Basilica
Food and Beverages
Gratuities (optional)
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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when shared with 2 paying adults
Dress code required for the Sistine Chapel: knees and shoulders must be covered
Location
Address
Viale Vaticano, Vatican City, Italy 00165
Provider
Rome Italy Explora
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