Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Exclusive After-Hours Tour

When night falls over Rome and tourists have left, participate in a private after-hours guided visit.

Along with an expert guide, take advantage of entry to the Vatican Museums soon after they stop functioning for the general public, providing a tranquil and very personal environment for valuing this honored gathering of artwork.

See some of the greatest sacred art in peace.

With the halls much less busy you get a rare chance to be in the Sistine Chapel without the common crowds of guests for a better and more thoughtful look at Michelangelo's great works.

Walk through old rooms, grand halls, and pretty spaces to get a deep feel for art and history.

Key points include Renaissance great works by Raphael and Michelangelo, the long-lasting impact of Pope Julius II, and important items from many ancient cultures.

An exclusive after-hours visit will feature the opportunity to see out-of-the-ordinary artifacts; Nero’s marble bathtub and the rather curious Diana of Ephesus in the Gallery of the Candelabra among them.

There is also tapestry to see which was created by Flemish artists from inspiration drawn by Raphael, as well as maps to see which have extremely detailed fresco work depicting Italy from the 16th century.

Exclusive after hours access includes viewing unusual artifacts; Nero’s marble tub and the somewhat odd Diana of Ephesus in the Gallery of the Candelabra amongst others.

Also included are tapestries created by Flemish artists inspired by Raphael’s designs plus maps with very detailed fresco work showing Italy from the 16th century.

End with the Sistine Chapel, something miraculous in both architecture and artistry.

Without massive crowds, take some time to behold Michelangelo’s beautiful frescoes—scenes from Creation to the Last Judgment—in a reflective, reverent setting.

Masterpieces of not only artistic brilliance but awesome spiritual significance.