Rome: Vatican at Night Small Group Tour with Sistine Chapel

Activity Information

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  • time-forward_15911935 Duration

    2.5 hours
  • guide_13794414 Live tour guide

    English
  • family_12442251 Small group

    Limited to 6 participants

Your experience

Highlights

  • Avoid waiting in line for tickets at the Vatican Museums.
  • Admire the Sistine Chapel, without crowds.
  • In the galleries, explore quiet and impressive evenings.
  • Feel free to ask as many questions as you desire in your small group of only 6 people.

Full description

Experience the privilege of embarking on a special nocturnal expedition through the Vatican Museums, home to one of the world's most opulent art collections. Delight in the opportunity to behold these invaluable masterpieces away from the commotion and sweltering heat that typically pervade during daylight hours. Bypass long queues effortlessly and gain direct access alongside a select group of only six individuals. Allow yourself to become enthralled by the mesmerizing tales of the pontiffs, skillfully narrated by your knowledgeable guide. Stroll leisurely across the grandiose galleries nestled within the papal residences, marvel at the Greek sculpture of Laocoon, traverse the enchanting Pinecone courtyard, and bask in awe at the resplendent Raphael Rooms. Come and behold the grandeur of the Sistine Chapel, immersed in a serene and tranquil atmosphere, as darkness engulfs the surroundings, evoking a sense of enchantment. To culminate this remarkable journey, take a leisurely walk to St. Peter's Square, where an enlightening tour of the basilica awaits you. Feast your eyes on the extraordinary sight of an empty square, devoid of bustling crowds. Embrace this extraordinary opportunity and ensure that you do not let it slip away unnoticed.

Includes

  • A tour in a small group.
  • The Vatican Museums offer a special opportunity to skip the long lines for tickets.
  • Local professional guide
  • Fees of an administrative nature

Not includes

  • Drink and food are essential for sustenance.
  • Drop-off at the hotel is provided along with pickup.
  • Gratuities

Know before you go

  •  When anyone pays a visit, they are obliged to undergo a security inspection akin to that of an airport. Nevertheless, during periods of heavy footfall, when the multitude abounds, there exists a possibility that one may be required to endure a queue for approximately thirty minutes prior to their opportunity to proceed through the security checkpoint.
  • Limited availability means tours take place only once a week, so to avoid disappointment, book early.
  • Every Friday at 8:00 PM, tours depart from late April to late October.
  • Sometimes, there may be uncommon instances where your group could welcome one or two extra visitors. It is important to keep in mind that this arrangement is made in order to prevent the separation of families or groups of friends who are journeying together.