Private Vatican Highlights Skip-the-Line Tour plus a Taste of Rome

Meet a guide at the Vatican Museums, where you’ll skip the line and enter the museum before the doors open to the general public. With a private group, you’ll have the flexibility to go straight to the highlights of the Vatican, ask questions, and learn about the fascinating history of Vatican City.

You’ll pass through galleries of art, sculptures, and other artifacts on your way to the magnificent Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s vivid frescoes cover the high walls and arched ceiling. Enter St. Peter’s Basilica through an interior passageway, then see the design and art that's housed in the remarkable Catholic shrine. From St. Peter’s Basilica, cross St. Peter’s Square, an enormous plaza designed by Bernini, with an Egyptian obelisk at the center.

Grab a taxi for the short trip to Campo de’ Fiori (own expense), where your local guide knows all the best things to try. Taste your way through some classic Roman foods, including crispy pizza bread, cold-cuts, cheeses, oils, and vinegar, learning about Roman food traditions as you walk. This tour concludes at the Campo de’ Fiori, close to attractions and public transport in central Rome.

• Meet a guide at the Vatican Museums, where you’ll skip the line and enter the museum before the doors open to the general public. With a private group, you’ll have the flexibility to go straight to the highlights of the Vatican, ask questions, and learn about the fascinating history of Vatican City. You’ll pass through galleries of art, sculptures, and other artifacts on your way to the magnificent Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s vivid frescoes cover the high walls and arched ceiling. Enter St. Peter’s Basilica through an interior passageway, then see the design and art that's housed in the remarkable Catholic shrine. From St. Peter’s Basilica, cross St. Peter’s Square, an enormous plaza designed by Bernini, with an Egyptian obelisk at the center. Grab a taxi for the short trip to Campo de’ Fiori (own expense), where your local guide knows all the best things to try. Taste your way through some classic Roman foods, including crispy pizza bread, cold-cuts, cheeses, oils, and vinegar, learning about Roman food traditions as you walk. This tour concludes at the Campo de’ Fiori, close to attractions and public transport in central Rome.

Accompanied by an expert guide, step into the vast art galleries of the Vatican Museums to discover a wealth of priceless masterpieces from all over the world!

Marvel at the incredible beauty of Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel masterpiece frescoes. Step into St.Peter's Basilica to admire the greatness of Bernini's Baldachin, Michelangelo's "Pietà" and other masterpieces by Canova, Raphael and Giotto to name a few.

From the Holy Ground of the Vatican City head to the location where Religion manifested its darker side. Campo de' Fiori (Field of Flowers) Square was the ground where executions took place, like that of Giordano Bruno, whose defying statue stands powerfully at the center of the square right where he was crucified and burned. Witches and heretics of all backgrounds suffered a dark end here.

Nowadays one of the most vibrant locations of city life, this charming square also offers a rich food market. Allow your guide to help you get a taste of the best Italian delicacies!

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
A moderate amount of walking is involved, not suitable for those with limited mobility
Photography is allowed, except in the Sistine Chapel
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
St Peter's Basilica is a church and the Vatican can choose to close it without warning for religious functions. If this occurs you will spend longer with your guide in the Vatican Museums.
If you arrive late you might loose the entrance at the Vatican Museums
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Please note: the Vatican tour on wheelchair will take more time than the usual, so please contact us in order to create a customized itinerary for you
Please note: in some areas the stroller must be carried by yourself in your arms, due to architectural restrictions
Please note that, for disabled visitors with certified invalidity of more than 74%, the Vatican Museums offers free entry that is extended to a companion for visitors who are not self-sufficient. To benefit from this, make sure you mention it at the time of booking so that our staff may handle your request.
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate