Semi-private tour of Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel - maximum 15 people
- Free cancellation
About this experience
Discover the fascinating artwork and history within the Vatican Museums and marvel at the heavenly Sistine Chapel.
Your group of at most 15 people (sometimes even less!), will discover one of the sought-after museums in the world on a tour customized to your interests. Your professional guide will unveil the historical beauty of the museums step by step in this once in a lifetime experience.
Your guide will lead you past the famously long lines at the Vatican Museums, so you can enter in complete relaxation. Once past security, begin your historical journey through the halls of this temple of art, focusing on the main masterpieces. The Vatican Museums are immense in size, and your local guide will make sure you visit and spend plenty of time learning about the most famous pieces.
After visiting various sculptures and paintings collected by the Popes, your guide will lead you through the majestic Gallery of Tapestries and the Gallery of Maps. This room magnifies the essence of Italian heritage and culture through art and geography - it is truly incredible to witness.
Then, you will be led to the most famous room in the Vatican - the Sistine Chapel. Spend some moments in silence as you take in the beauty. The colors and shapes of Michelangelo’s masterpiece are enchanting, a monumental work that is truly emotional and unforgettable for anyone who has the opportunity to admire it in person.
Finally, follow your guide to St. Peter's Basilica Square, and admire the imposing Basilica from the outside.
This semi-private tour is an unmissable experience during your Roman holiday, full of art and sublime beauty, filtered by the passion and dedication of an enthusiastic and professional guide.
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What’s included
- Professional monolingual guide
- Semi-private tour
- Entrance to the Vatican Museums with priority access
- Entrance to the St. Peter's Basilica
- External explanation of St. Peter's Basilica
- Earphones for larger groups
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Good to know
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Guided tour in English, Spanish, and Italian
- Start times
- 08:00 · 08:30 · 10:00 · 14:00 · 15:00
Know before you go
- Stroller / pram accessible
- Public transportation nearby
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
- We regret to inform that this tour is not suitable for guests with wheelchairs or with impaired mobility
- Entrance into the Vatican Museums and Churches requires a strict dress code. We cannot be held responsible for entry denied due to improper dress
- Please note: To enter the Vatican Museums, all participants are required to carry a valid ID. Non-EU visitors are required to bring their passport. Museum staff may refuse entry if a valid ID is not presented.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 2 days before the experience starts.
- 2 days or more before: full refund
- Less than 2 days before: no refund
Meeting point
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Via Santamaura, 28 - Rome
- Address
- Via Santamaura 28, Roma, 00192, IT
- How you meet
- Meet on location
- Coordinates
- 41.90811, 12.45403
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 3 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 2 days before the experience starts. 2 days or more before: full refund · Less than 2 days before: no refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English, Spanish, and Italian
Is hotel pickup included?
No — you make your own way to the meeting point.
Where does this experience start?
It starts at Via Santamaura, 28 - Rome, Via Santamaura 28, Roma, 00192, IT.
From AED 453 per person
