Top Italy Art Tours - page 4

Board the Bernina Red Train, Switzerland's alpine delight, for a ride along one of the most beautiful railway routes in the world. After a coach ride from Milan to St. Moritz, enjoy free time to explore the chic mountain town before boarding the bright red train to travel on the UNESCO-listed route. Soak up unparalleled views of tall peaks, clear glaciers, and wide valleys as you make your way to Tirano. Explore the town a bit before your return coach journey to Milan.

Gain priority entrance to the Leonardo Interactive Museum in Florence—and step inside the creative mind of one of the world's greatest artists and inventors—when you prebook admission tickets online. Your ticket offers unlimited access to the museum, so you can spend as long you like exploring the exhibitions, admiring recreations of Leonardo’s machines, and learning more about the true Renaissance man.

The Catacombs of Rome are a popular attraction, but this tour lets you bypass the long lines outside and also gives you skip-the-line access to the Capuchin Crypt and Basilica San Martino ai Monti, making it a great pick for travelers short on time. See Rome's mysterious side with a guide filling in the details so you can get more out of your visit.

Explore Milan's most significant historical landmarks, including skip-the-line access to da Vinci's 'The Last Supper', during this walking tour. With your local art historian guide, visit sites like Sforza Castle, the Scala Theater, Piazza dei Mercanti, and the Duomo. View 'The Last Supper', Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece, without waiting in the general admission line. All entrance fees are included on this small-group walking tour.

Hop on a vintage Vespa for an evening tour of the Eternal City. First stop: Rome’s most iconic landmark, the Colosseum. After a brief stop for gelato and coffee (included), the tour continues with stops at the Mouth of the Truth,  Circus Maximus , Palatine Hill, Saint Peter's Square, and the Gianicolo Hill. An experienced guide does the driving so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the views.

Take advantage of skip-the-line entry privileges to the Bargello Museum with this fast-track entrance ticket. Breeze past the crowds to explore the museum and palace, built in the 13th century by the people of Florence as a populist symbol of their victory over the nobility. See the former fortress and arsenal, now home to a large and important collection of Italian sculpture.

When your cruise docks at the Civitavecchia cruise port, arrange for a stress-free ride to Rome Fiumicino Airport with this private transfer service. Meet your driver when you get off your ship and relax on the journey to the airport in a private vehicle, rather than struggling to flag a taxi or taking heavy luggage onto public transportation.

Visit the historic vacation homes of Rome's elite on a Rome-to-Tivoli day trip—no need to navigate buses or trains. Tours Tivoli’s two UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites: Hadrian’s Villa and Villa d’Este. Hear Renaissance and Ancient Roman history and scandal, admire archaeological ruins, and explore some of Italy’s most extravagant private gardens.

Beat the crowds and explore the Vatican Museums with ease on this early morning tour. With your small group and guide, enjoy skip-the-line entry and head straight for the highlights of the Vatican's many galleries. Admire Renaissance masterpieces in the Raphael Rooms, explore the Pio Clementino Museum’s collection of ancient sculptures, and stroll through the Gallery of Maps. End your visit in the Sistine Chapel, taking in Michelangelo’s famous frescoes while learning about their history and significance.

See the hidden world that lies underneath Naples' city streets with this half-day tour of Naples Underground. Follow an expert guide down 121 steps and through underground tunnels in the heart of Naples, some dating back 2,400 years. See evidence of the ancient city in the ruins of a Greek-Roman aqueduct, visit the ruins of an ancient Roman theater, and more.

Visit two of the most popular attractions in Venice on this guided tour the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. Avoid hours-long queues with skip-the-line admission to both sites. Learn about Venetian doges and gain access to the terrace and museum of St. Mark’s Basilica. Expand your sightseeing with upgrade options such as a visit to Murano, entrance to St. Mark's Terrace and Pala d'Oro, and/or a 2-course lunch.

Get an up-close look at works from Titian, Raphael, and Rubens on this tour of Florence’s Palatine Gallery. Located inside the Pitti Palace, the former home of the Medici rulers, head straight inside with your guide and small group. Explore the elaborate interior of the gallery and the impressive paintings on display as you learn about how the Medici family came to amass their private collection.

Discover the wonder of one of Europe’s active volcanoes on this Mt Vesuvius and Pompeii day trip from Naples. Follow your local guide through the ancient ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed city. Enjoy a traditional Italian pizza lunch with your small group and then hike to the top of the notorious volcano, where you’ll find stunning views of the Bay of Naples and the surrounding landscapes.

See Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper and La Scala opera house with a local guide on this half-day tour in Milan, and learn the history behind each of the sights. With a pre-booked ticket, you'll avoid the main entrance lines to see the ‘The Last Supper’ — a painting that attracts scores of visitors. In addition to spending some time with the masterpiece, you'll also explore La Scala Theater, the glamorous shopping arcade of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and the Milan Duomo.

Visit the Musei Capitolini (Capitoline Museums) to learn about the ancient Roman Empire and skip the long lines with this pre-booked ticket. Considered the world's first museum, it features art and artifacts that depict Rome's history, including a sculpture of Romulus and Remus, the founders of Rome.

Discover the secrets of Florence's Duomo on a private tour with a certified guide. In addition to providing pick–up from the doorstep of your accommodation, your guide offers facts and stories often unheard of by visitors. Head inside the Baptistery to admire the beautiful Byzantine mosaics of the vault as well as the "Gate of Paradise." You also see the Santa Maria del Fiore cathedral and the "Opera del Duomo."

Leonardo Da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” is Milan’s crown jewel, but the long wait to admire this iconic fresco can cut into your sightseeing time. With this express tour, enjoy fast-track entrance to the refectory at Santa Maria delle Grazie where the masterpiece is housed. Take in the painting with a guide for insights into Leonardo’s groundbreaking composition and techniques, as well as fascinating facts about the artist’s life and work.

Don't miss out on one of Milan's most popular attractions—and one of the world's most noted works of art. Instead, prebook to secure your spot to view Leonardo da Vinci’s famous masterpiece, "The Last Supper", with guaranteed access and insight from a guide. The experience continues with a guided walk through the city center, leading to an external visit of the impressive Sforza Castle.

The Vatican is one of Rome’s most popular attractions, with the large crowds and long lines to match. Save valuable vacation time with this half-day guided tour, which offers skip-the-line entry to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica, giving you more time to explore these iconic sites with ease. For a more relaxed experience, book the late afternoon tours (St. Peter’s Basilica excluded).

Head inside the Vatican Museums before the celebrated collection opens to the public during this private, early-access three-hour tour. Get a first-hand peek at iconic artworks from Raphael and Michelangelo, including the frescoed ceilings of the Sistine Chapel. Admission tickets and optional audio headsets for larger groups are included. Spanish and Portuguese guides are available upon request. Note that this tour is not wheelchair accessible.

Explore the Vatican and its vast collections of religious artifacts and Renaissance artworks, without missing any of the highlights, on this guided tour. Don't worry about navigating the large complex yourself; your guide leads you through the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica, offering insider commentary along the way.

Avoid the lines and wait times when visiting Vatican City on this guided walking tour. It includes must-see attractions like the Vatican Museums, the Raphael's Rooms the Sistine Chapel and Michelangelo’s work. (Please note that the Chapel maintains a strict dress code year round.) Participants receive headphones to hear the guide clearly and enjoy fast-track entry into the sites.

Vatican Museum crowds peak at midday, making it a chore to visit this vast collection. On this morning tour, beat the crowds with early access to the galleries, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. Kick off with a buffet breakfast in the Vatican Courtyard, then head into the Vatican Museums before the crowds arrive. Take in renowned sights including the Sistine Chapel in a peaceful environment before ending in St. Peter’s Basilica.

Whether you love opera or you hardly know it, this tour of legendary La Scala Theater and adjoining museum is a unique and fun way to get an inside look at one of the most famous opera houses in the world. With an expert guide by your side, tour La Scala Museum to see intricate outfits, musical instruments and various stage props. Then stroll through the foyer of the theater, taking in the beautifully designed 18th-century auditorium.