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Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica Tour

Rome, Italy
Vatican Museums with Sistine Chapel and Basilica of Saint Peter
  • 3 hours
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

The UNESCO–listed Vatican City is home to some of the world’s most important sites of artistic, historic, and religious significance—but exploring without a guide means missing out on the hidden secrets. On this tour, skip the main entrance line and discover masterpieces by Botticelli, Michelangelo, and Raphael. As you explore with your guide, hear the backstories behind top attractions including the Sistine Chapel and the Basilica of St. Peter.
  • Skip the main entrance line to the UNESCO–listed Vatican City
  • See the best of the Vatican in one visit with your guide
  • Admire works of art by Botticelli, Michelangelo, and Raphael
  • Visit the world-famous Sistine Chapel and the Basilica of St. Peter

What's Included

  • Headsets for a party of 6 pax or more
  • Local guide
  • Professional guide art historian or PhD archaeologist
  • Pick up at your accommodation and transfer to the Vatican Museums on minivan or car with driver
  • Ticket fees
  • Sistine Chapel brochure
  • Food and souvenirs

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

- You meet the tour guide at your accommodation where a private driver with car or minivan takes you to the site - If your accommodation is beyond the defined area please contact us through the customer support in order to find a solution

What To Expect

Vatican Museums

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

St. Peter's Basilica

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • 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
  • A current valid ID is required on the day of the tour for student unger 26 with a student card or under 18
  • In rare cases of closure of Saint Peter's Basilica due to liturgical ceremonies inside, the amount of time spent in the Museums will be extended
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document for successful entry to the Vatican Museums
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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      Best Tour I have Ever Had
      Suzie_A, Oct 2023
      This is the best tour I have ever had. Considering the tour guide was a PHD certainly helped. This was the most informative and interesting tour I have ever.
      Great day
      Mario_P, Jun 2023
      Everything was well planned and the guide was really knowledgeable on history. We were with small kids and he kept them engaged and interested.
      Vatican private tour
      CAROL_M, Jun 2023
      Ilia was an excellent guide and made our experience very enjoyable and educational. She spent time explaining all the history, especially the art. I highly recommend this tour! Well worth the cost
      Amazing tour with Ferdinando.
      Hubert_O, Nov 2022
      Ferdinando did an amazing job and we (my girlfriend, me and her mom) loved all the info and time that we had to admire and learn about the Vatican, Sistine Chapel and especially St Peter's Basilica. He took his time and gave us an incredible tour and spent time explaining different aspects of where we were and what we were looking at. Amazing tour guide and really gave us some great tips for the rest of our time in Rome.
      Insiders view and tour
      Arnold_W, Oct 2022
      Enjoyed this tour and guide, The Vatican, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's are special places, Great history, art and culture!
      Informative and Highlights
      Steven_K, Dec 2021
      Andrea was well informed and gave us a great afternoon! Best and only way - a private tour well worth the value.
      100% Recommend
      Matthew_B, Jul 2020
      Ferdinando was amazing! His education and experience giving tours made this visit an absolute delightful, educational, And discovery of the treasures Rome has to offer. I would 100% recommend again and again!
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