Top Italy Art Tours - page 5

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.

Experience the Vatican like never before with this VIP super early Vatican and Sistine Chapel tour. This exclusive guided experience lets you explore iconic highlights, including the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums, in near solitude, avoiding the usual crowds, and enjoy informative commentary from your guide.

Get an inside look into the centuries-old art of glassblowing with a factory tour on Murano Island, home to the world’s finest artisan glass. Tour the facilities at Colleoni Glass Factory and watch a master craftsman shape molten glass through a combination of heat, blowing and sculptural techniques. Visit the factory showroom to see beautiful finished works of art, and receive a special Murano glass souvenir to take home.

Exploring the Villa Borghese's meticulously curated collection can quickly lead to overwhelm but this small-group tour lets you maximize your visit. In the company of an art historian guide, stroll through the 17th-century palace and see artworks by masters such as Caravaggio, Bernini, and Raphael, including Bernini's "Rape of Proserpine," while learning the stories behind each.

Get deeper insights into what is on display at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel on this guided tour. Ideal for travelers who are overwhelmed by the idea of knowing what to priortize in Vatican's vast collection of artworks and artefacts. Let your guide lead the way and take you to the highlights. Explore galleries full of Renaissance masterworks, before moving on to the Sistine Chapel and its frescoes.

Italy is known for its sleek sports cars, and Alfa Romeo is one of the most iconic brands. With this tour, delve into the history of Alfa Romeo and admire classic models over the years with a guided tour of the Alfa Romeo Museum just north of Milan. Skip the hassle of arranging transportation with round-trip transport included and learn about this important car manufacturer and its groundbreaking designs.

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.

The Uffizi Gallery is known for its magnificent collection of Italian Renaissance art, but it can be overwhelming to visit on your own. This private, art historian-led tour takes you straight to the highlights of the celebrated gallery. Make the most of your visit by learning more about famous works by Giotto, Botticelli, Michelangelo, Titian, and other masters, as well as lesser-known pieces.

Begin your Vatican experience a little differently with this guided climb to the top of St. Peter's dome. After taking in the views across the city, proceed inside for a tour of the Basilica, the museums, and the Sistine Chapel. Learn more from what you'll find in a guidebook from your guide, as they take the lead in navigating the extensive collections of artworks and artefacts on display.

Spend a day exploring Venice on a full-day tour that travels by luxury coach from Florence. See highlights including Piazza San Marco, St. Mark’s Basilica, and Palazzo Ducale, and take a gondola ride on the canals (own expense). With a combination of guided tours and free time, you’ll experience the best of the Floating City in one day.

Exploring Castel Sant’Angelo on your own can mean missing the details that make its history so fascinating. This guided tour brings the site to life as you move through papal apartments and art-filled halls, learning about its origins as a mausoleum. Finish on the rooftop terrace, where sweeping views over Rome provide a memorable end to your visit.

Breeze past notoriously long Vatican entrance queues with a skip-the-line admission ticket and tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. With the aid of a personal headset, listen to your guide’s informative commentary on points of interest often missed by visitors. A small group size ensures the full attention of your guide and a personal experience.

Get your bearings upon arrival in Florence—and discover many of the city's top sights, all in a single excursion—on this private, introductory walking tour. Meet your guide at your centrally located hotel, and set off on foot to discover the best of the city's UNESCO–listed treasures. Stop outside key monuments like the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio, and hear stories of Florence from Renaissance times to the present day.

Learn secrets of Santa Croce Basilica that you wouldn’t likely learn if you visited on your own on this guided tour Florence’s “Temple of the Italian Glories.” See the tombs of luminaries including Michelangelo, Galileo, and Machiavelli, admire museum-worthy frescoes by Giotto, and learn about the design of this Franciscan jewel.

The Uffizi Gallery in Florence is one of the world’s most prestigious art museums, home to some of the most important Renaissance works. There’s no better way to visit it than on a guided tour, to ensure you see all the highlights and hear the history behind the famous works. This option offers an even more personal touch, with a private guide and timed-entry tickets for easy admission.

Visit one of Europe's richest Archaeological Collections with an expert Guide. Discover the buried and revealed treasures of the cities of Pompeii, Herculaneum, Oplontis and Stabiae! Admire the precious sculptures and jewels of the Farnese collection, among the main ones of the Renaissance era. Discover the Greco-Roman sculptures of Campania, be enchanted by the history and beauty of unique finds and ancient legends.

If you don’t want to leave Milan without seeing some of the most interesting cities and lakes in northern Italy, opt for a day trip with a well-honed itinerary to maximize your time. In just one day, you’ll visit both Verona and the town of Sirmione on Lake Garda, enjoying activities such as a photo stop by Julie’s House and a boat cruise around the southern stretches of the lake. Just note that any entry fees are extra.

From markets to fountains, and ancient monuments to high-end boutiques, discover Rome’s dynamic and diverse public squares on this piazza-themed walking tour. With a small group, explore the elegant Piazza Navona and admire the millennia-old Pantheon from inside, see the world-renowned Trevi Fountain and the iconic Spanish Steps, see works by Caravaggio at the San Luigi dei Francesi Church, and much more.

The Vatican Museums house one of the top art collections worldwide, but long lines and crowds can be daunting. This exclusive after-hours private tour lets you explore the galleries and Sistine Chapel after closing time, enjoying skip-the-line access and in-depth commentary. Note that from January to March, Michelangelo’s Last Judgment will be covered for conservation but the chapel remains open.

Soak up the seductive atmosphere of Venice at dusk on this sunset Jazz cruise. Sail out of San Marco bay while the setting sun illuminates the city, past the Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute and down the Canale della Giudecca while sipping a glass of spritz or prosecco and listening to the gentle jazz sounds of a tenor saxophone .

Lose yourself among the art and architecture of Rome’s Borghese Gallery on this small-group guided tour. With masterpieces from the likes of Caravaggio, Raphael, and Bernini housed in one of the city’s most beautiful 17th century villas, it’s easy to see why the lines to enter are so long. Bypass them all with fast-track tickets, and spend more time studying the paintings and statues inside with a guide at hand.

Discover the countryside and towns of Tuscany on a day trip from Florence, and see more of the region than you could manage alone. You’ll travel with a guide in a small group of no more than 12 people, and enjoy a mix of guided tours, free time, and tastings for an in-depth visit. Highlights include Siena, San Gimignano, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and lunch at a Tuscan winery.

Many Milan tours focus on headline photo points such as the duomo, but if you’re more interested in Milan’s artistic treasures, this is a better way to discover them. After a stroll around Brera, the bohemian hangout of artisans and designers, visit the Pinacoteca di Brera for a guided tour of its vast collection of European art. Head straight to the highlights, and hear stories behind Renaissance masterpieces of Caravaggio, Raphael, and more.

Beat the crowds by visiting the Vatican first thing in the morning with this private tour of one of Rome's most popular attractions. You'll get picked up from your hotel and head straight to the Vatican, with skip-the-line admission. See the Sistine Chapel, Saint Peter's Basilica, and the Vatican Museums, full of famous masterpieces of Renaissance and religious art.