Private Tour: Vatican with Early Entrance

Highlights

  • Enjoy a guided private tour of the Vatican before it opens to the public

  • Save hours standing in line outside of the Vatican with an early access tour

  • Admire Michelangelo’s frescoes in the Sistine Chapel before the crowds

  • Visit St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums highlights

Summary

Early in the morning, meet your private guide outside the entrance to the Vatican Museums. You’ll pass right by any lines for a head start before the Vatican opens to the public. See highlights of the Vatican galleries as your guide provides commentary about their history and vast collections of artwork. You’ll then head to the Sistine Chapel, where you’ll have the unique experience of admiring Michelangelo’s famous masterpiece without the daytime crowds. Next, gain stress-free access to St. Peter’s Basilica, where you can view some of the world’s most famous mosaics and see the the tomb of St. Peter. After your tour ends, you’re free to explore the Vatican further on your own.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Make the most out of your time in Rome with an early access tour of the Vatican. You’ll skip the lines to see the highlights of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica before the regular crowds arrive. Enjoy a personalized experience with a private guide, who will tell about each sight along the way.

What’s included?

  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines

  • Professional guide for 3 hours

  • Private tour

  • Entry/Admission - Sistine Chapel

  • Entry/Admission - Vatican Museums

  • Entry/Admission - St. Peter's Basilica

  • Guaranteed to skip the lines

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

  • Food and drinks

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Temperature checks for travelers at Vatican Museums entrance

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Colosseum and Vatican Tours by Italy Wonders

About operator:

With a long experience in the tourism field, Our's staff will be very happy to assist you in making your visit in Rome unforgettable. We offer a wide range of Rome tours to suit everybody's needs and interests. Group tours, small group tours, private tours, classical itineraries and off-the-beaten track routes. For all our tours we will provide skip the line tickets.

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