Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica Tour

Highlights

  • Intimate tour with only your small group and a licensed expert guide

  • Spend less time waiting with Reserved Entrance access to the Vatican Museums

  • Step inside the Sistine Chapel to see Michelangelo’s The Creation of Adam fresco

  • Visit St Peter's Basilica, and then see Bernini's colonnades in the square

Summary

Tour the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica with your very own private tour guide on this exclusive and once-in-a-lifetime experience. 

Tour info

Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
10
Pricing (From)
Commentary
German, Spanish, French
Meeting Point

4 Via Tunisi, Via Tunisi, Roma, Lazio, 00192, IT

Why take this tour?

What better way to see the Vatican than with your own private guide? Do just that on this 3-hour walking tour, and explore the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica with incredible customized commentary that will prove indispensable throughout your journey. From the splendor of Michelangelo’s “The Last Judgement” fresco, to the intrigue of an architectural optical illusion in St Peter’s Square, this in-depth tour charts the stories behind the Vatican’s sacred sites. Even better, the tour provides reserved access that allows you to skip all the entrance lines at the Vatican — even the priority ones. If you're looking to make the absolute most of your time at the Vatican, this tour is the one for you. 

What’s included?

  • Reserved Access into the Vatican Museums

  • Vatican Museums entrance ticket and reservation fee

  • Access to the Sistine Chapel

  • Skip the Line entrance into St. Peter’s Basilica

  • Intimate private experience

  • Expert, English-speaking tour guide

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Food and Beverages

Things to know

Before you book

  • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance.

  • We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours.

  • Please note that in case of unexpected closures of some of the areas inside the Museums, the guide may have to modify the itinerary slightly.

Before you go

  • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure.

  • Entrance into the Vatican requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women.

  • The Vatican only permits very small bags, and specifically prohibits large bags, tripods, umbrellas, and backpacks.

  • This tour involves a fair amount of walking and stairs; comfortable shoes are recommended.

Cancellation Policy

    This tour is subject to a 24-hour cancelation policy. If you wish to cancel or amend your booking, you can do so without charge by contacting us up to 24 hours in advance of your expected departure time.

Redemption information

    • Extra measures may be implemented at some venues due to heightened global security. As a result, we may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues. Extra measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought inside. To avoid disruptions or possible denied entry, we strongly suggest that you avoid bringing large purses, bags, or backpacks on your tour. The Vatican only permits very small bags, and specifically prohibits large bags, tripods, umbrellas, and backpacks. Any such items must be checked into the free luggage storage area which may result in your having to leave the tour early to retrieve them at the entrance.
    • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated & missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded.
    • For help with meeting points or other urgent issues, please phone +39 06 8336 0561.
    • This tour involves a fair amount of walking and stairs; comfortable shoes are recommended.
    • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any impairments requiring special assistance. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages on our group tours.
    • Entrance into the Vatican requires a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. City Wonders cannot be held responsible for refused entry due to improper dress.
    • Please note that in case of unexpected closures of some of the areas inside the Museums, the guide may have to modify the itinerary slightly.
    • On Wednesday mornings St. Peter's Basilica may be closed to the public due to the Papal Audience taking place in St. Peter’s Square. Customers who wish to visit St. Peter’s Basilica are advised to travel on another day. St. Peter's Basilica and other religious sites are subject to occasional closures for religious ceremonies. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an extended tour of the Vatican Museums or an appropriate alternative. In these cases, we are unable to provide refunds or discounts.


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About operator:

Created for travel enthusiasts with inquisitive minds, City Wonders is a global tour operator specializing in exclusive and expert tours throughout Italy, France, Spain and the UK. Its intimate tours and day trips invite travelers to go beyond sightseeing, bringing the wonders of each destination to life through behind-the-scene experiences. All City Wonders tours are guided by local experts that know the ins and outs of their city.