Michel-Ange spent four years of his life, from 1508 to 1512, suspended a few meters from the ground to create the frescoes of Creation. This face-to-face with the genius of the Renaissance constitutes the beating heart of a journey that also traverses the galleries of geographic maps and tapestries accumulated by the popes for centuries. The visit culminates in the immensity of the Christian basilica's nave, where the PietĂ in marble awaits visitors. To bypass crowds, this itinerary guarantees quick and VIP access to the most prestigious sites. A conference guide, available in several languages including French, deciphers hidden symbols and the political history of these world-famous masterpieces.