Rome

Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica with Pick-up

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Private Vatican Museums and St Peters with Hotel Pick up

From $341.24

Price varies by group size

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

3 hours
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

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Overview

This private tour of the Vatican Museums includes luxury one-way transport with pickup from your hotel. Avoid long wait times with your priority ticket and skip the line to see these world-famous wonders. Admire Michelangelo’s frescoed masterpiece on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel; visit the Gallery of Tapestries; and step foot inside the imposing St. Peter’s Basilica. You’re ensured VIP treatment with a private chauffeur to the Vatican.

Explore the Vatican on a private tour with skip-the-line tickets to avoid long wait times
Access the Vatican Museums with the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica
See world-renowned sights like the hall of the tapestries and the map room
VIP treatment: hotel pickup in a luxury vehicle with private driver

What's Included

Professional tour guide
Private tour
Skip the line admission tickets
Pick-up at your hotel with deluxe vehicle

Gratuities
Food and drinks
Drop-off to the hotel

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Please specify your hotel accommodation in Rome at the moment of the confirmation in order to arrange your pick-up

What To Expect

Vatican Museums

2 hours 10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Peter's Square

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Transportation is wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. 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
The tour operator is not responsible for last minute, unpredictable closures, strikes or union meetings of St Peter's Basilica. Nevertheless, the tour operator will be happy to offer customers an extended tour for the remaining time.
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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Wonderful Private Guide

Chris_N, Apr 2024

Leticia was an amazing guide! Very knowledgeable and flexible with our needs and what we wanted to see.

Incredible tour!

Susan_T, Apr 2024

Best tour we have ever had. From the moment our driver Peter picked us up to meeting our tour guide”mama” Linda. She was extremely knowledgeable and incredibly kind. She was also very patient and answered all of our questions. She’s flexible took as we deviated a bit from the tour. The lines were 3 hours long but we didn’t wait in any lines! Highly recommend this company and tour!!!

Exceptional Guide!

Thomas_R, Apr 2024

Truly knowledgeable and personable tour guide. Ciara struck the right tone for the entire tour: reverent, informative, awed, and inspiring. We really enjoyed the time spent with her at this amazing place!

Amazing Vatican Tour!

Kim_B, Apr 2024

Giancarlo was an exceptional tour guide. She went into great detail and was very knowledgeable! We enjoyed our time with her. Would highly recommend her!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that your Vatican tour with Giancarlo was so enjoyable. It's fantastic to know that he provided exceptional guidance, going into great detail and showcasing his deep knowledge of the Vatican. We're delighted that you had a memorable time with him, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. If you ever plan another trip to Rome, we'd love to welcome you back for more amazing tours with Giancarlo!

A great tour of the Vatican

Warren_L, Apr 2024

An excellent tour with the most knowledegable and friendly guide we had in our time in Italy. She managed the crowds well and allowed us to get a full experience in the Vatican. Thoroughly enjoyed the tour.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that your private tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Basilica was so enjoyable with our knowledgeable and friendly guide. Managing crowds in such a busy and iconic location can be challenging, but we're glad to hear that she handled it well, allowing you to have a full and enriching experience. We're delighted that you thoroughly enjoyed the tour and found it to be excellent. If you ever find yourself back in Italy, we'd love to welcome you for another great adventure!

Memorable experience

Rania_B, Apr 2024

Linda was a great, knowledgeable, took her time explaining and we had a lot of questions. We had a 12 yrs old with us and she took her time and was accommodating. Going on the 2nd day after Easter Monday is always meant to be very busy but she knew how to get around the busyness. The whole service including the pick up from hotel was 5 star!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for sharing your memorable experience with us! We're delighted to hear that Linda provided such excellent guidance during your private tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Basilica. It's wonderful to know that she took the time to explain everything thoroughly and was accommodating to all your questions, especially considering you had a 12-year-old with you. We're glad that Linda's expertise allowed you to navigate the busyness of the day smoothly, ensuring you had a fulfilling experience. Your compliments mean a lot to us, and we're thrilled that you found our service to be 5-star from start to finish. If you ever plan another trip to Rome, we'd be honored to welcome you back for more unforgettable tours!

Excellent tour and tour-guide

David_K, Mar 2024

Great tour guide. Amazing tour. We used this company for a few tours each was excellent. The guide was had for this tour was amazing, and particularly good with kids. Would definitely recommend.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your private tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Basilica with us, and that you found our guide to be amazing and particularly good with kids. Providing excellent tours and memorable experiences is what we strive for, and we're delighted that we could meet your expectations. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we'd be honored to welcome you back for more amazing tours in the future!

Everything was organized...

Iryna_P, Mar 2024

Everything was organized perfectly and in time start of pick-up. Guid has an excellent knowledge of history and it was interesting even for kids:)).

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that everything was organized perfectly, from the start of the pick-up to the tour itself. It's fantastic that our guide's excellent knowledge of history made the tour interesting even for the kids! We believe that learning about history should be engaging for everyone, regardless of age. If you ever plan another trip to Rome, we'd love to welcome you back for another memorable experience!

Private guide well worth the money!

Susan_L, Mar 2024

This private tour was the absolute best! Silvia was an amazing guide and her knowledge and passion for the Vatican museums and Sistine chapel and basilica were incredible. We were never rushed and she knew exactly where to take us to get away from the crowds. I would 100% do this again. She made the day spectacular.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that your private tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Basilica with Silvia was so enjoyable. Silvia's knowledge, passion, and attention to detail truly shine through, and we're delighted that she made your visit spectacular. It's fantastic to hear that you never felt rushed and were able to fully immerse yourselves in the experience. We couldn't agree more that having a private guide is well worth it for such an iconic tour. If you ever plan another trip to Rome, we'd be delighted to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience with Silvia!

Wonderful Experience

Greg_D, Mar 2024

The morning started off with meeting our driver at our hotel. He was extremely accommodating and shared info about the sites as we passed by them. Very courteous and on time. Letizia, our private guide, was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and knew how to navigate through the tour and crowds and put us in the best spots! Especially in the Sistine Chapel where we were able to take in the beauty from the best vantage point. Would highly recommend Letizia to anyone look for a private tour.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that your tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Basilica with Letizia and our driver was so enjoyable. It's fantastic to hear that our driver provided informative commentary along the way and was accommodating throughout the journey. Letizia's expertise and ability to navigate through the tour and crowds to ensure you had the best experience is truly commendable. We're delighted that she was able to provide you with the best vantage points, especially in the Sistine Chapel, allowing you to fully appreciate its beauty. Your recommendation of Letizia means a lot to us, and we couldn't agree more that she's an excellent choice for a private tour guide. If you ever plan another trip to Rome, we'd love to welcome you back for another memorable experience!

Vatican with Letty

Heather_J, Mar 2024

Letty was amazing!!! She's so knowledgeable and kind. I would highly highly recommend doing a Vatican tour with her. Absolutely precious person. We learned so much!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

hank you for sharing your wonderful experience with Letty! We're thrilled to hear that your tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Basilica was so enjoyable with her. Letty's knowledge and kindness truly shine through, and we're delighted that she made your visit memorable. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we couldn't agree more that Letty is a precious gem. If you ever find yourself back in Rome, we'd love to have the opportunity to welcome you for another enlightening tour!

Easy tour under 3 hours

Mara_T, Mar 2024

Perfect private tour for my husband and I with two little children- under 3 hours. Luisa our tour guide took us to the three main important parts of the Vatican. Peter our picked-up driver was very nice. If you have little children this is the best tour. You customize your tour versus a big group. You get around faster. Note for parents- yes strollers are allowed in most areas. There is a stroller check-in before going in to the Basilica which is nice to know that someone is watching your stroller.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed your private tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Basilica with Luisa and Peter. It's fantastic that the tour was perfectly tailored to accommodate your little ones and that you were able to customize it to suit your needs. We understand the importance of flexibility and convenience, especially when traveling with young children. We're glad to hear that the stroller check-in provided peace of mind, allowing you to fully enjoy the tour. If you ever plan another trip to Rome, we'd love to welcome you back for another memorable experience!

Wow! Wow!

Marla_A, Mar 2024

What a great way to see everything in the Vatican and understand it all and make the most use of your time. Our private guide was awesome! And with the private guide we got to skip the lines.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review! We're thrilled that you enjoyed your experience exploring the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Basilica with our private guide. Skipping the lines definitely enhances the experience, allowing you to make the most of your time and fully appreciate the incredible art and history. We're delighted that our guide made your visit memorable, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another unforgettable tour in the future!

Passionate and knowledgeable

Maryann_P, Mar 2024

Our tour guide Julia was wonderful! She was very knowledgeable and passionate about all that she had to show us!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that Julia provided such a wonderful tour, showcasing her passion and knowledge for the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Basilica. We're lucky to have her on our team, and we're delighted that her enthusiasm made your visit memorable. If you ever find yourself back in Rome, we'd love to welcome you for another unforgettable tour!

Very Informative!

Ginger_A, Jan 2024

Great tour - guide was very knowledgeable. We went through the museums/chapel. Would recommend this tour guide- private, more intimate than large tours of 20+ people!

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you so much for your positive review! We are glad you enjoyed the tour and that our guide made the experience so enjoyable. We always strive to offer more intimate tours to allow our guests to fully appreciate the beauty and history of the places we visit. Thanks again for your support, and we hope to welcome you on another tour in the future!

This was an incredible...

Jasmine_B, Nov 2023

This was an incredible experience! It was easy to find Tina at the coffee shop across the street from the Vatican. Once we met up with her, she wished us through the entrance and security and in seconds we were inside enjoying the sights. Tina did an amazing job of providing history and information. She let us decided where we wanted to spend out time. She also guided areas where we could get the best views of everything. I can’t say enough out this tour. Seriously worth every penny. Tina was amazing and I would request her again in a heartbeat!

Response from Host, Dec 2023

Thank you so much for sharing your incredible experience with us! We're delighted to hear that your visit to the Vatican was memorable and seamless. It's fantastic to know that Tina made your experience special right from the start, ensuring a smooth entrance and providing valuable history and information. We're pleased that Tina's guidance allowed you the flexibility to decide where to spend your time while also pointing out the best views. Your kind words mean the world to us, and we're thrilled to hear that the tour was worth every penny. We'll make sure to pass along your compliments to Tina, and we're sure she'll be delighted to know that you would request her again in a heartbeat. Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more amazing experiences in the future!

Absolutely Perfect Tour

Craig_N, Oct 2023

Our guide was AWESOME!! She was bright and funny with great energy. I highly recommend her!! I apologize but I have forgotten her name!!

Response from Host, Dec 2023

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a positive review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an awesome experience with our guide, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. It's wonderful to know that our guide's bright and funny personality, coupled with great energy, added to the enjoyment of your experience. We completely understand that names can slip our minds, and no need to apologize! If you ever find yourself back with us, we'd be more than happy to assist you in reconnecting with that fantastic guide for another memorable adventure. Thank you for choosing us, and we look forward to hosting you again in the future!

Great time

Dawn_R, Oct 2023

Personal attention and experience. Got through many venues quickly during our short visit. Good tour guide.

Response from Host, Dec 2023

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're delighted to hear that you appreciated the personal attention and experience we strive to provide. Efficiency is crucial, especially during short visits, and we're pleased that our tour guide helped you navigate through many venues quickly. Ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for our guests is always a top priority for us. We appreciate your positive comments and hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again for more memorable experiences in the future.

This tour greatly enriched our experience.

RJ_J, Oct 2023

I cannot say enough about this experience. The skip-the-line tickets ALONE made this experience worth the cost, but our private guide Julia made it truly special. She found a table for us at the start of the tour, sat us down, and pulled out a series of beautiful renderings of the Sistine Chapel which she explained to us clearly and with passion. This gave us everything we needed to enrich our viewing of the masterpiece. This tour was relatively quick, informative, and convenient. Highly recommend.

Response from Host, Dec 2023

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that your skip-the-line tickets and the expertise of our private guide, Julia, added such tremendous value to your visit. We're delighted to know that Julia's thoughtful gesture of finding a table at the start of the tour and providing clear and passionate explanations with beautiful renderings enhanced your experience of the Sistine Chapel masterpiece. It's our goal to make each visit special and memorable, and we're glad Julia could contribute to that. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we appreciate you highlighting the tour's quick, informative, and convenient nature. We hope to welcome you back for more enriching experiences in the future. Thank you for choosing us, and we wish you many more fantastic adventures!

Greatvtrip

Ben_B, Sep 2023

Loved rather Art history. Sonia was fantastic, she explained the history and move from Hellenistic through Classical to Renaissance perfectly. Great trip.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Sorry for the delay in this reply. Thank you so much for your kind words, we are glad that you appreciated the experience you had with our tour guide Sonia visiting the Vatican. Best regards

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