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Private Early Morning Sistine Chapel with Vatican Tour

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Private Early Morning Sistine Chapel with Vatican Tour
  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Early Access to the Vatican Museums
    • Skip-the-line Tickets
    • Expert, English-speaking private guide
    • Headsets (for groups of 6 or more)
    • Transportation to and from the meeting and end points
    • Food and Beverages
    • Gratuities (optional)

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Caffè Vaticano
      viale, Viale Vaticano, 100, 00192 Roma RM, Italy

      Your guide will meet you in front of the Caffe Vaticano, Viale Vaticano, 100. They will have a Through Eternity sign or flag.

    Start time

    07:45 AM

    End point

    • St. Peter's Basilica
      Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

    What To Expect

    Vatican Museums

    1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Sistine Chapel

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    St. Peter's Basilica

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    La Pieta

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Cortile della Pigna

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Baldacchino di San Pietro, di Bernini

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
    • Please note that the Vatican Museums provide free entrance for visitors who are (according to the requirements stated by the Vatican City) at least 74% disabled by presenting the appropriate certification and, if one needs assistance by another person, that person also receives a free entrance. Please inform us when you are booking if you fit into these requirements and we will remove the pricing of the entry tickets from the price of the tour.
    • As this is a walking tour with steps and staircases, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended.
    • Please advise if any travelers have mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.
    • At the end of your tour, you are required to return the headset provided to you to your guide. In the event that you do not return the headset, you will be subject to a fine of €100 for lost property.
    • Each traveler must present a valid passport or government issued photo ID that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Vatican Museums.
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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    Reviews

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    Early morning is the only way to go!
    Tracy_D, Oct 2023
    Time in line was very limited. Met promptly at 7:45, moved to the line, waited 15 min for doors to open and after that, no lines. When we came out, there was a line at least 3 hours long …in the hot sun. It was crazy busy even at the very beginning of the day. Beautiful, I’m glad we had the opportunity to see it.
    Response from Host, Jan 2024
    Ciao Tracy, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. All of our tours include skip the line tickets, but the Early Morning Vatican also guarantees entry before the general public which makes it an ideal tour for anyone who wants to avoid the crowds.Thank you for choosing our company and we can't wait to welcome you back with us in the future!
    Highly recommended!
    Stacie_S, Jun 2023
    Great tour. It is great to go in the morning before it gets too busy. Our guide was very knowledgeable and helped us get tickets for the Papal audience the next day. Highly recommend!
    Response from Host, Jul 2023
    Dear Stacie, Thank you for your review. We are happy to se that you enjoyed our Vatican early morning tour. We highly recommend this tour and we are proud to be able to offer it to our clients as indeed it is a time when the Vatican is less busy.
    Great tour, but the Sistine Chapel was already packed when we arrived.
    Mary_L, May 2023
    Our guide, Paula was terrific. Very knowledgeable with a sense of humor. She kept us moving through crowded rooms, making it more comfortable The Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica were outstanding. I was disappointed that the tour didn't start with the Sistine Chapel though because that's what drew me to this tour. The information given on-line said we would be the first one's in the Sistine Chapel. We didn't get to the chapel until halfway, or later, through the tour.
    Response from Host, May 2023
    Hi Mary! Thanks so much for your review! Paula will be so happy to hear how much you enjoyed your tour with her! The visit to the Sistine Chapel is later on in the tour as you get to go through a private passageway to enter Saint Peter's Basilica without having to wait in line. This passageway is only accessible if you are with a guide and we do need to go through the Vatican Museums in order to reach the Sistine Chapel. This tour also provides entrance before the Vatican Museums are open to the public, therefore it is actually less crowded than usual! We're so pleased that you enjoyed your tour and we would love to have you back with us again in the future! All the best! Sarah
    Best way to see the Vatican museums!!!
    Sarah_G, Apr 2023
    Early morning so not so crowded, good information. We could sit snd enjoy the Sistine Chapel and easy access to St Peter’s!’
    Response from Host, Apr 2023
    Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review! We are happy that you enjoyed your tour with us. Thank you again for your positive feedback and don't hesitate to contact us if you are looking for more destinations to explore! Athina
    The Vatican and St Peters Basilica more than a visit a wonderful experience
    Patricia_M, Mar 2023
    Our guide Frank, met us at the designated area on time, we were very impressed at how organised he was giving us lots of very interesting information while waiting to enter the Vatican, once inside his level of knowledge was incredible I have been on tours of the Vatican before without a guide but Frank made it come alive a very memorable experience would certainly recommend it
    Response from Host, Mar 2023
    Thank you very much for leaving such a positive review of Frank! He is indeed a very passionate guide who loves to share his knowledge. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience at the Vatican Museums and we look forward to welcoming you again in Italy or anywhere else you'd like to explore! Athina
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