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Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Tombs Private Tour

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Embark on a private guided tour of the world-famous Vatican City. Admire artistic masterpieces at the Vatican Museums, enter the Sistine Chapel, and explore St. Peter's Basilica.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Skip the line
    Get priority entry.
  • Private tour
    Avoid crowds with an exclusive experience.
  • Live guiding
    English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    3.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Fast track entry to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica
    • Professional private tour guide
    • Headsets to hear the guide clearly
    • Free Wi-Fi at the meeting point
    • Bathroom access & Recharging station for your mobile devices
    • Transportation
    • Entrance to the dome of St. Peter's Basilica
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Benefit from fast-track entrance and a private tour guide at all the essential Vatican sites
  • Admire artistic treasures by Michelangelo, Raphael, and many other great artists
  • Marvel at the art and architecture inside St. Peter’s Basilica
  • Discover the Papal Tombs to understand the Vatican’s rich history

Description

Begin the tour by meeting your expert private guide and skipping the line to enter the Vatican Museums. Explore one of the largest and most admired art collections in the world, containing a spectacular range of works from antique statues to Renaissance masterpieces. Discover some of Raphael’s most impressive frescoes in the Raphael Rooms, with your private guide on hand to provide context and historical information behind the works on display.

Make your way through the numerous galleries before arriving at the Sistine Chapel, the most famous room in the Vatican Museums. Renowned for Michelangelo’s stunning ceiling and wall frescoes, admire "The Creation of Adam" and "The Last Judgment." Learn about the challenge and controversy surrounding Michelangelo’s iconic scenes.

Next, continue to St. Peter’s Basilica, the church at the heart of western Catholicism. Discover the key contributions of Bernini to the captivating decoration of the Basilica. Admire Michelangelo’s "Pietà" and learn more about the construction of the Basilica.

Complete your Vatican experience as you descend to the Papal Tombs. This is a unique addition to the standard tour, giving you the opportunity to discover the final resting place of many European popes and royals. Take a moment to contemplate the Vatican’s long-lasting significance as your private tour draws to an end.

Good to know before you go
  • All visitors must pass through airport-style security. During high season the wait may be up to 30 minutes
  • Please note that St. Peter's Basilica is closed at Easter, on December 24 and 31 and other religious holidays, and every Wednesday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. During these times, the tour will be offered in other parts of the Vatican Museums
  • On rare occasions, St. Peter’s Basilica is subject to closure without notice. If this happens, you'll spend the full amount of time in the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • On rare occasions, Papal tombs are subject to closure without notice.
  • There is a strict dress code at Vatican attractions: shoulders and knees must be covered at all times. You may be refused entry if you do not comply
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Tour in English Private

Tour in Spanish Private

Tour in French Private

Tour in German Private

Tour in Italian Private

Tour in Portuguese Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What does the 'skip the line' ticket mean?
'Skip the line' tickets provide the fastest possible entry with no or very little queuing.
4. What is a private tour?
Private tours offer more advantages and benefits than regular tours. You will have your own private guide for the duration of the tour. You can also customize the itinerary to your specific interests and needs.
5. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    19-99 years
  • Children
    6-18 years
  • Infants
    0-5 years
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