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Roma: Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Private Guided Tour

Rome, Italy
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Explore the historic sights on display throughout Vatican City while learning about the area’s rich heritage on this half-day private tour. Stroll through the Vatican Museums, admiring hundreds of masterpieces and artifacts, including the frescoes seen in Raphael’s Rooms, before moving on to admire Michelangelo’s works in the Sistine Chapel and the towering architecture of St. Peter’s Basilica.
  • Half-day Vatican City guided tour, including the Sistine Chapel
  • Admire the topographical maps of Italy in the Gallery of Maps
  • A chance to see The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment
  • Private tour: Ask your guide as many questions as you like

What's Included

  • Headset cost (if needed)
  • Licensed local tour guide
  • Small Grouop (max 15 people group to ensure priority access)
  • Skip the line tickets to the Vatican Museums
  • Vatican Museums, Raphael Rooms, Sistine Chapel
  • St. Peter’s Basilica access is included but not part of the guided tour due to entry restrictions.
  • Private transportation
  • Gratuities: Optional and at your discretion
  • Personal Expenses: Souvenirs or additional purchases not covered
  • Food & Drinks: Meals and beverages not included

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Caffè Vaticano
    Viale Vaticano, 100, 00192 Roma RM, Italy

    Right at the corner between the Caffe Vatican and the top of the stairs, there will be one of us waiting for you!

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

1

Vatican Museums

1 hour Admission Ticket Included

2

Cortile della Pigna

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

3

Galleria Delle Carte Geografiche

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

4

Stanze di Raffaello

20 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

5

Sistine Chapel

1 hour Admission Ticket Included

6

St. Peter's Basilica

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Near public transportation
  • Stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Please note that certain areas of the monument/attraction may be closed on your visit due to religious events or national holidays.
  • Only small bags are allowed
  • Only your group will participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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