Exclusive Private Tour: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica
Description
Private entry at the Vatican is always a special experience. Even our seasoned guides who have seen it countless times appreciate the opportunity to admire art in this setting. You may be surprised to learn that the Vatican oversees over 6 million visitors each year, so entering alone can soon prove to be an overwhelming and painful ordeal. - We recommend reserving this private tour with us to customize your experience for you and you family. We promise that this family/child-friendly setting will satisfy ever member of your group (our guides are known to keep the little ones intrigued!) Should we also mention Michelangelo’s frescoed ceilings of the Sistine Chapel?? This beautiful masterpiece needs no introduction. No line = no stress! (not to mention that you get to steer clear of the sun and unbearable heat during the summer months!) - We offer two time slots for this private tour experience (morning or afternoon). Have your pick!
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Itinerary
You will meet your tour guide at our office, which is located in the oldest neighbourhoods of the Vatican, Borgo Pio. It is an area filled with charming local shops and vendors.
After meeting your guide, you will head directly to the Vatican Museum through a special group entrance route and bypassing the enormous lines that are guaranteed to be present all year round. This is a 2.5 to 3 hour journey through one of the most amazing museums of the world. Learn about Greek and Roman sculptures, tapestries, and interesting anecdotes about the artists and their times.
This part of the museum, containing four stanze (Italian for rooms) features frescos by the Italian Renaissance artist Raphael. The famous “School of Athens” is displayed here. Portraits of history’s greatest thinkers, such as Aristotle, Plato, and Raphael himself, can also be gleamed.
Enter in the beautiful Sistine Chapel, where you will witness the work of the the celebrated artist, Michaelangelo. Prepared to be dazzled as you look up to admire the frescoed ceilings that have stood the test of time, like the Last Judgement.
Upon completion of the museum areas, you will discover how the smallest state in the world functions in its own right. Finally, a special door connecting the museums to the Basilica will bring you inside the church of S.Peters! Unlike other tourists who line up for normal entrance, you will be able to get access without the fuss of passing through security once again.
Goodbye! Got any questions about Rome or the Vatican? Raise your questions here. Your guide provide tips of your stay in the eternal city as the tour concludes.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(190)
I did a tour of the Vatican museum with Carl on the 20th of August and it was honestly the best tour I’ve ever been on. I’ve done a tour of the Vatican twice now and Carl was so engaging and informative. He cared so much about our group and made sure that we all felt included and safe, especially from the sun, which is something I really appreciated (I know all about listening about the Sistine Chapel in the sun - it’s the worst). But Carl was so thoughtful and kind. Would highly recommend doing this tour again, especially with Carl, he really did make this tour unforgettable!
Having a private tour made going through the Vatican so easy and we learned so much more because we could ask questions and even stop to look at something longer or shorter. Our guide was fantastic.
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Wonderful tour with just enough information and time but not boring or drawn out. Carl our guide was amazing! Personable, funny, keep your moving and knew all the out of way places to get away from crowds and heat. He made the day so memorable
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Barbara was very knowledgeable and made the whole experience and visit at the Vatican enjoyable and educational! We learned so so much!!!!
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Our guide Norman was very patient and informative with his knowledge of Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica. Leonardo Da Vinci was amazing artist and sculptor. Respect. Lots of walking however expected. Would highly recommend 😄
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Very informative and keeps your attention unlike other tours!
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Good trip with a great guide and time at Vatican
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We had an excellent experience. Great tour.
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Excellent experience at the Vatican Museums with skip-the-line. Roberto was a cultured and prepared guide, attentive to our interests and organizational needs. Definitely recommended!
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Our Vatican tour with Carl was worth every penny. His incredible knowledge of art history brought the Vatican Museum to life, and he is an amazing storyteller. He kept us engaged from start to finish. Carl has a wry sense of humor that made the tour not just informative but also entertaining. He answered every question with enthusiasm and expertise. We highly recommend booking a tour with Carl. He made our visit to the Vatican unforgettable!
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