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Vatican Private Tour with Direct Entry & Expert Guide

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Explore and experience the Vatican Museums with a private guide in your preferred language. Visit the galleries at your own pace, ask questions to your guide, and find answers to all your questions.

  • 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.
  • Free pickup
    A complimentary hotel pick-up service is offered. (depends on selected option)
  • Live guiding
    Chinese, Croatian, Dutch, English, French, German, Hungarian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    3-4 hours
  • Includes
    • Skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
    • Expert, licensed tour guide with in-depth knowledge of the artworks
    • Access to the Pio Clementino Museum and Raphael Rooms
    • Opportunity to admire the Octagonal Courtyard and Renaissance masterpieces
    • Headsets for clear audio during the tour (for groups with 6+ participants)
    • Comfortable, small group experience for a more personalized tour
    • Exclusive access to privileged areas, when available, with seamless entry
    • All entry fees to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel included
    • Tips and gratuities
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Food and drinks
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Reserved & Express entry access with a private expert guide
  • Explore the Vatican's treasures, including the Sistine Chapel and Raphael Rooms
  • Enjoy a personalized, small-group experience for more attention and comfort
  • Exclusive access to St. Peter’s on select days.
  • Access hidden gems and exclusive areas for a unique Vatican experience

Description

Step into the heart of the Vatican Museums with an expert, licensed guide who will immerse you in the rich history and fascinating stories behind the world’s most renowned artworks. This private tour offers exclusive access to the Vatican’s iconic treasures, including the breathtaking Pio Clementino Museum, the stunning Upper Galleries (Tapestries, Maps, and Candelabra), the masterpieces of the Raphael Rooms, and, of course, the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel.

Marvel at the exceptional statues, including those in the remarkable Octagonal Courtyard, and discover the hidden secrets of these ancient sculptures that have captivated visitors for centuries.

Your guide will bring each artwork to life, unraveling the fascinating stories behind them and revealing insights you won’t find anywhere else. Skip the crowds and immerse yourself in the splendor of these iconic galleries—this is more than just a tour; it's a journey through art, history, and culture.

PLEASE NOTE:
Due to the 2025 Jubilee celebrations, the passage from the Vatican Museums to St. Peter's Basilica will not always be open. Only on selected days, groups may have the opportunity to access the Basilica via the privileged passage from the Sistine Chapel. If this access is available during your visit, rest assured that you will be guided through this passage, allowing you to get direct access and enjoy a seamless experience at the Basilica. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to making your visit as smooth and enjoyable as possible!

Good to know before you go
  • If you book the Basilica access option, please send full names and dates of birth (as on ID) for all participants.
  • Info must be provided at least 3 days in advance or Basilica entry cannot be guaranteed.
  • Due to the 2025 Jubilee, the Sistine Chapel passage to the Basilica may not always be open. If available, your guide will lead you through to a direct and smooth entry.
  • Entrance is time-sensitive – please arrive on time.
  • Dress code applies: shoulders and knees must be covered for access to holy sites.
  • If you have disabilities or health needs, please mention them when booking.
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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. What is a free pickup?
When a tour company offers free pickup, it means that they will pick you up from your hotel or other designated location at no charge. When making a reservation, you can specify your pickup location.
6. 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
    18-99 years
  • Youth
    7-17 years
  • Children
    0-6 years
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