We took a private Vatican tour with Marguerite on Friday and it was a wonderful way to celebrate our 30th Anniversary. She was amazing - equal parts teacher and guide she was as filled with wonder on what must have been her 1000th tour as we were on our first. She was patient when we wanted to focus and brisk when it was time to move. It never felt like a tour with a guide as much as a shared experience with a dear friend. The Vatican tour is an awesome experience but it felt personal in a way that was deeply affecting. That was the magic of Marguerite. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Would recommend!!
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Rebornvegan
August 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Bernadetta made this the best Vatican tour we've had!
We booked a private tour and were fortunate to have Bernadetta as our guide. She was simply one of the best guides we've had in many years of travel. What was quoted to us as a 2.5-3 hour tour turned into a full, unhurried 3 hours. We'd been told the guide wouldn't be able to speak inside the Sistine Chapel or St. Peter's, which was not true at all. Bernadetta used a headset system and spoke to us softly and clearly the entire time, even inside the Chapel and the Basilica.
She brought real depth to every stop: architecture, history, artwork, tapestries, and maps, all explained with detail and context rather than a rushed script. She pointed out small touches most guides would skip, the Vatican's own license plates, the Swiss Guard uniforms, and then gave us an unexpected highlight, a walk down to see St. Peter's tomb, which wasn't something we expected to be part of the tour. We happened to be there as mass began and hearing the singing through the Basilica was genuinely unforgettable.
We'd done a large rushed group tour of the Vatican nineteen years ago and this was not remotely comparable. It was a completely different, far richer experience. Bernadetta was warm, professional and fluent in beautifully clear English. She took the time to answer every question before leaving us in St. Peter's Square. Highly, highly recommend requesting her specifically.
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Ricardo_E
July 28, 2026 · via Viator
Great Private Tour Guide at Vaticano
Very profesional and great Tour Guide by Bernadetta, super recommended. She knows perfectly the Vaticano details. The Best! She do Florence too!
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Charles_B
June 8, 2026 · via Viator
Private tour is worth every penny!
Bernadette was marvelous! She brought to life the history of the Vatican, answered our probing questions, and made our experience memorable. We highly recommend her and the private tour!
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Giovanna_V
November 22, 2025 · via Viator
A wonderful experience with Marcello
Marcelllo is a passionate, experienced and competent guide, he accompanied us on an exciting journey to discover the hidden treasures of the Vatican Museums. With his in-depth knowledge and infectious passion, he led us through the halls full of extraordinary works of art, telling us fascinating stories. Thanks to his guide, we were able to fully appreciate the beauty and grandeur of works such as the Sistine Chapel, Raphael's Room and many other wonders that enrich the Vatican Museums.
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Pauline_P
September 27, 2025 · via Viator
Great but a lot of...
Great but a lot of walking. A must experience. It would be nicer with less crowds. Our guide was great.
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Tiffany_S
June 19, 2025 · via Viator
Private Tour Guide with Kids
Booking a private guided tour to the Batican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica is an absolute MUST! Especially when you have children in tow (we have a 12 year old and a 3 year old). Roberto was exceedingly wonderful!! He was knowledgeable, kind, patient and a pro at navigating the stroller/accessible access points to get around efficiently and smoothly. Initially we booked our tour for 8am and due to unforeseen circumstances had to get bumped to 12:30pm. I was very upset initially (because it was pushed around my toddler’s nap time and in the heat of the day). Luckily, it all worked out for the best surprisingly! It wasn’t as busy/packed and we were truly able to enjoy all of the sights and wonders. It was an incredible experience and we highly recommend that you request for Roberto as a private guide for your next tour to the Vatican, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica! Thank you so much for giving my family the opportunity to experience the Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica in an unforgettable way that we will cherish forever.
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John_F
June 16, 2025 · via Viator
Stress Free is Priceless
It is very difficult to get tickets to the Vatican. We couldn't risk it with a big family group so we bought this tour. It was well worth it as we didn't have to wait in any lines and had an expert tour guide for the Vatican.
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Symone_G
April 11, 2025 · via Viator
A Beautiful, Family-Friendly Vatican Experience
Our Vatican tour was an unforgettable experience! The guide was incredibly knowledgeable, personable, and made history come alive with fascinating stories and insights. We were traveling with a multigenerational family—including a toddler—and the pace was perfect for everyone. The tour was organized, engaging, and gave us a much deeper appreciation for the Vatican’s art, architecture, and significance. Highly recommend for families or anyone wanting a meaningful and seamless visit!
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Norma_A
November 12, 2024 · via Viator
Perfect tour to a quick visit to the cstican
Our guide was very knowledgeable and fun to be with. Gave us very interesting insights on things we did not know.
Highly recommend it!