Discover the splendor within the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica. From the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel to the overwhelming majesty of St. Peter’s Basilica (Basilica di San Pietro), this private tour offers an in-depth Vatican experience tailored to your specific curiosities.  From € 225.

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Language

English

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Booking

Mobile Voucher

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Expert Guide

Friendly And Professional

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Duration

3 Hours

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Group Size

Customizable

This tour begins just outside the Vatican Museums entrance, where you will meet your expert, local guide. Once inside, your guide will usher you through various rooms filled with priceless art and architecture. Rare marble statues and sarcophagi. Stunning mosaics. The illusionistic trompe l'oeil of the Vatican Museums’ ceilings and walls—every corner of these Vatican chambers reveals yet another timeless treasure. 


Beyond these chambers of resplendences, your guide will lead you through the Gallery of the Candelabra, the Gallery of Maps, and the Hall of Tapestries.


Your journey continues through Rafael’s rooms and onward to the Sistine Chapel. Here, you will have the opportunity to admire one of Michelangelo’s most recognizable masterpieces, The Creation of Adam.   


After you have spent ample time in the illustrious Sistine Chapel, your guide will usher you into St. Peter’s Basilica. Here, you will find the shining, golden throne of St. Peter and priceless artwork, sculptures, and architectural designs from masters such as Bernini, Borromini, Bramante, and Michelangelo.

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Tickets to the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel


Entrance to St. Peter's Basilica


Your own exclusive expert certified tour guide


Headsets for groups when appropriate



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What's Excluded

Transport to/from meeting point


Food and drink


Gratuities


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Know Before You Go

Please check-in at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time. Tours will depart promptly at the scheduled time, and no refunds will be given for late arrivals or missed tours.


Proof of identification may be required, so please bring a valid form of photo ID for each guest.


Tours will proceed in all weather conditions. It is highly recommended to bring bottled water, sunscreen, a hat, and an umbrella.


There will be a security check upon entering the Vatican. Any weapons, sharp objects, glass or aerosol containers will be confiscated, so please do not bring these items to the tour.


Please indicate if you would like a tour in a language other than English.

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Your Journey Starts Here

Use the calendar to select your preferred date and secure your place with us. We keep our groups small, so you can expect a more personal, immersive experience—book early to guarantee availability.

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