Vatican Museums 3-hour private tour with Admission Included

Take our Vatican Tour and uncover the finest masterpieces of Italian art in Rome. With an expert guide, explore the Vatican Museums and the iconic Sistine Chapel for an unforgettable journey through history and creativity.

Hear the captivating story of the Belvedere Torso, the inspiration behind Michelangelo’s Last Judgment, and learn how Raphael cheekily incorporated his contemporaries into his legendary frescoes. Walk among breathtaking Renaissance works, ancient Greco-Roman sculptures, and exquisite medieval tapestries, all collected by the Popes over centuries.

Be mesmerized by Michelangelo’s Creation of Adam and Last Judgment in the Sistine Chapel, alongside masterpieces by Botticelli, Perugino, and more.

Led by a passionate art historian, this private tour offers a personalized and crowd-free experience, revealing the fascinating stories behind the art.

3 Hours

Highlight

  • Admire Michelangelo’s masterpieces in the Sistine Chapel
  • Benefit from included tickets for a seamless experience
  • Discover Raphael’s iconic School of Athens

Meeting point

Viale Vaticano, 100, 00192 Roma RM, Italy

Itinerary

  • Courtyard of Pigna
  • Courtyard Ottagono
  • Pio Clementino Museum
  • Gallery of Animals
  • Gallery of Muses
  • Gallery Rotonda
  • Candelabra Museum
  • Tapestry Museum
  • Gallery of the Maps
  • Rooms of Raffaello
  • Sistine Chapel

Inclusions

  • Expert local tour guide specialized in art history
  • Pre-booked tickets
  • 3-hour private tour
  • Headsets (for groups of more than 6 participants)

Exclusions

  • Transportation
  • Food and beverage
  • Personal expense

Additional Information

  • Is this tour suitable for wheelchair users?

Yes, this tour could be suitable for wheelchair users as well. If you have mobility issues, please, we ask you to promptly notify our office, in order to arrange the best itinerary for you.

  • What happens if I’m running late for the tour ?

We recommend maximum punctuality for this tour as pre-booked tickets have a specific entrance time with a tolerance of only 10 minutes. Arriving late means extending the waiting time or even risking not being able to access the site.

  • Is there any dress code restriction or suggestion for this tour?

The Vatican Museums have very strict regulations regarding dress code. It is important to keep your shoulders and legs covered (both men and women). It is not permitted to wear shorts or skirts above ankle length. Using hats is not allowed inside the Museum.

  • What can I bring with me inside the Vatican Museums?

At the entrance, visitors are checked with a metal detector: if you have objects with you that are forbidden inside the Museums you will be forced to store them in the luggage storage. It is forbidden to bring inside food, drinks and suitcases.

  • Can I bring my dog ​​with me during the tour?

The Vatican Museums do not allow dogs of any size inside, unless they are assistance animals for disabled and blind people.

  • Do you accept the RomaPass for Vatican tickets?

No. As this tour includes all tickets, no tickets or passes other than those we provide to you directly can be used.

  • How can I reach the Vatican Museums by public transport?

The closest metro stop is called Ottaviano on the line A, about a 7-minute walk from the entrance. The Vatican Museums can also be reached by the Tram line n.19 stopping at Piazza Risorgimento / S.Pietro.

Requirements

  • Bring your identification documents, necessary for validating the entry tickets
  • Dress appropriately for religious sites, covering shoulders and legs
  • When booking, we ask for the full names of all participants, as shown on the identification documents, to proceed with the ticket purchase.

Cancellation Policy

  • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

Tickets are non-refundable as they must be purchased well in advance.

Starting from

€ 323,00
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Starting from

€ 323,00