Vatican Private Tour with Skip-the-Line & Expert Guide

About this activity

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  • time-forward_15911935 Duration

    3 hours
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Highlights

  • Skip the lines with fast-track access and a private expert guide
  • Explore the Vatican's treasures, including the Sistine Chapel and Raphael Rooms
  • Enjoy a personalized, small-group experience for more attention and comfort
  • Exclusive access to St. Peter’s on select days.
  • Access hidden gems and exclusive areas for a unique Vatican experience

Your experience

Enter the Vatican Museums with a skilled, licensed guide who will share with you the deep history and fascinating stories behind some of the world’s most famous works of art.

This private tour will grant you exclusive access to some of the legendary treasures of the Vatican, including the spectacular Pio Clementino Museum, Upper Galleries (Tapestries, Maps, and Candelabra), and Raphael Rooms culminat-ing in breathtaking Sistine Chapel.

Come to admire extraordinary statues in an impressive Octagonal Courtyard; unveil secrets hidden for centuries about these ancient sculptures that have long enchanted audiences.

Your guide will animate every single work of art with riveting stories about it and insights that are simply unavailable on a general tour.

The experience transcends just visiting a few famous galleries—it is a journey through art, history, and culture.

ACCESS MAY BE LIMITED DUE TO THE 2025 JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS, AND THE PASSAGE CONNECTING THE VATICAN MUSEUMS WITH ST.

PETER'S BASILICA MAY NOT ALWAYS BE OPEN.

ON CERTAIN DAYS, GROUPS WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO ACCESS THE BASILICA THROUGH AN EXCLUSIVE ROUTE BEGINNING AT THE SISTINE CHAPEL.

IF THAT ACCESS IS AVAILABLE DURING YOUR VISIT, WE ASSURE YOU THAT GUIDANCE WILL BE PROVIDED THROUGH THAT PASSAGE SO YOU CAN BYPASS THE LINE AND HAVE A SEAMLESS VISIT AT THE BASILICA.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING; WE LOOK FORWARD TO MAKING YOUR VISIT AS SMOOTH AND ENJOYABLE AS POSSIBLE!

What's Included
  • Skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • Expert, licensed tour guide with in-depth knowledge of the artworks
  • Access to the Pio Clementino Museum and Raphael Rooms
  • Opportunity to admire the Octagonal Courtyard and Renaissance masterpieces
  • Headsets for clear audio during the tour (for groups with 6+ participants)
  • Comfortable, small group experience for a more personalized tour
  • Exclusive access to privileged areas, when available, with seamless entry
  • All entry fees to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel included
What's Excluded
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

Itinerary

Starting location:

Viale Vaticano, 104

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Vatican Museums

Guided tour (3 hours)

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Museo Pio Clementino

Guided tour

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Gallery of the Candelabra

Guided tour

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Gallery of Tapestries

Guided tour

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Raphael Rooms

Guided tour

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Sistine Chapel

Guided tour

St. Peter's Basilica

Guided tour

Meeting Point

To Remember

What to bring

  • Long pants

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags
  • Umbrellas

Know before you go

  • Due to the 2025 Jubilee celebrations, the passage from the Vatican Museums to St. Peter’s Basilica might not always be open. On certain days, groups may enter the Basilica directly from the Sistine Chapel. If available during your visit, your guide will lead you through, allowing you to skip the line for a smooth, hassle-free experience. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to making your visit as enjoyable as possible!
  • Entrance tickets are time sensitive, therefore punctuality is of the utmost importance.
  • Mandatory dress code in holy places: knees and shoulders must be covered, otherwise access will not be granted.
  • Individuals with disabilities or special health needs must note it on their booking