Sistine Chapel & Rome Street Food Experience

Enjoy priority access and a guided tour of the Vatican highlights including Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, then regroup later for an authentic street food experience led by a born-and-bred Roman – join us and EAT as the Romans do!

Highlights

• Priority access and a shorter Vatican Tour leaves time for more sightseeing (and food!) in the afternoon
• Get up close and personal with Michelangelo’s remarkable frescoes in the Sistine Chapel
• Go behind the scenes with a Roman-born local foodie guide
• Taste the most typical and authentic Roman foods while taking stunning cityscapes

Description

Meet your expert guide by the Vatican Museum entrance and enjoy skip-the-line entry to what is arguably the most important collection of art in the world. Much of this tour will be dedicated to the majestic Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches applied by none other than Michaelangelo Buonarroti. You will hear the true life story of this fascinating yet tormented artist, who considered himself a sculptor and not a painter yet dedicated countless years of his life painting frescoes on a ceiling 44 feet high. Learn of the physical and psychological damage inflicted on the artist as your guide helps you to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art.

After a morning of art and sculpture, be sure to bring an appetite – next up is a food tour like no other!

Meet your guide in Trastevere, the most characteristic neighborhood of Rome. From there we set off on Rome’s ultimate street food journey across the Tiber and through the cobblestone streets and squares of the Eternal City on a mission to taste the most genuine food Rome has to offer. Try an authentic Roman pizza (which of course goes hand-in-hand with a crispy fried supplì with melted mozzarella), sink your teeth into a crispy panzerotto, and to wash it all down – a taste of  some delectable Lazio region wine!

The protagonist of this foodie adventure is naturally an out-of-this-world carbonara, which is not just a dish of pasta but a way of life for Romans. After this piece de resistance,  enjoy  the sweet contrast of ciambelline al vino. And last but not least, experience the sweet ambrosia of a tiramisù and an artisanal gelato. This epic food tour offers far more than just a chance to taste delicious food—it’s a journey of discovery, connection, and gastronomic immersion you won’t forget!

Know before you book

• Due to the route covered and/or the means of transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. Please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges.
• Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
• Wednesday 9:00 AM departures will not include access to St. Peter’s
• The foods included on this tour are subject to seasonal variations

Know before you go

• Dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered
• Tour departs rain or shine
• Passports are not required for entry to the Vatican Museums

Cancellation Policy

• Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified. All cancellations must be received in writing to [email protected]. The cancellation policy for this item is as follows:
• Cancellation with 72+ hours notice: full refund
• Cancellation with less than 72 hours notice: no refunds or exceptions will be made
• Failure to reach the meeting point on time (no-show) is equivalent to cancellation with less than 72 hours notice.
• *If you’ve chosen the Hassle-Free Cancellation policy during checkout, cancel your tour anytime up to midnight of the day before it begins for a full refund, excluding the Trip Protection fee. Remember to notify us of your cancellation in writing before midnight (Rome time) on the night before your tour.