This tour is for those who want to explore the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel at their own pace. Whether you are looking for something specific or just want to see the highlights, this private excursion lets you choose what you see. The Vatican Museum boasts over 4 miles of Art, and a whopping 20,000 works on display, the Vatican Museums make up an impressive assemblage. The Sistine Chapel is an impressive sanctuary boasts works by master painters like Perugino, Pinturicchio, Ghirlandaio, Rosselli, Botticelli, Signorelli, della Gatta and, of course, Michelangelo. Please note that St Peters Basilica is subject to last minute closures and for the papal audience on some Wednesday mornings, entrance can not always be included. In this case there will be an extended tour of the Vatican museums.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 26 of the next 126 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Explore the Vatican Museums with an Expert Guide, visit the highlights of the incredible collections comprised of a colossal 20,000 works on display, over 4 miles of Art, Sculptures, Tapestries, Paintings and Architecture. Belvedere Courtyard Pinecone Courtyard Pio Clementino Museum Octagonal Courtyard Sala Degli Animali Sala Delle Muse Sala Rotonda Sala A Croce Greca Gallery of the Candelabra Gallery of Tapestries Gallery of Maps
"Marvel at the incredible Sistine Chapel, an impressive sanctuary that boasts works of art by master painters like Perugino, Pinturicchio, Ghirlandaio, Rosselli, Botticelli, Signorelli, della Gatta and, of course, Michelangelo. See the world famous frescoes stretch magnificently across the ceiling with the renowned Creation of Adam as the central focus and the majestic Last Judgement upon the rear wall, offering a visual spectacle that encapsulates the divine. Sistine Chapel Frescoes Cosmati Floor Mosaic Forseen conception of Jesus Christ Pagan Sibyls / Icons Prophet depictions Creation of Adam The Last Judgement Sacrifice of Jesus Christ Greek Mythology Styx"
The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter in the Vatican City, or simply Saint Peter's Basilica, is a church of the Italian High Renaissance and the heart of the catholic faith located in Vatican City, an independent microstate enclaved within the city of Rome, Italy.
St. Peter's Square (Piazza San Pietro), located in Vatican City in front of St. Peter's Basilica, is a massive, iconic Baroque plaza designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini between 1656 and 1667. Featuring an elliptical design with massive colonnades representing the "embrace" of the Church, it holds over 300,000 people and features a central Egyptian obelisk.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Private Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peters Basilica Guided Tour lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Prices start at $372 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 5 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2:30 PM.
Children aged 6–16 pay from $155, adults from $372.
It can: 26 of the next 126 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is VIA GERMANICO 16. PLEASE ARRIVE TO CHECK-IN 15 MINUTES BEFORE YOUR SCHEDULED ENTRY TIME! We organize everything and your guide will meet you with your ticket to skip the line and enter the Vatican. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in DE, EN, IT, FR, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Wheelchair accessible
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Christina was our tour guide and she was AMAZING!!!! She was funny, personalable and very detailed. Her approach of explaining the Sistine Chapel was brilliant vs. standing out in the hot sun with everyone else. I would highly recommend this tour company and ask for Christina!
Our tour was fantastic! Maggie, our guide, was a wonderful resource on the sites and history. She guided us seamlessly through the crowds and maximized our time on the tour!
Dene was a wonderful lady & guide. Very knowledgeable. She made our experience very enjoyable.
The Vatican can be very overwhelming! Having a very knowledgeable tour guide made all the difference!! Our guide was Exceptional which made our visit extra memorable, THANK YOU!
i booked my vatican tour for me and my dad through Viator. Maya tours office was very closeby and sorted, no confusions. We got Christina as our guide. I can most confidently say she was the best tour of our entire trip of Italy. She was quick (not too quick), she knew where she had to pause for us to view the places which were important or beautiful. she would move along with the group swiftly between the crowds. the best part was that she explained all the major points at the beginning itself so we knew exactly what we were seeing and the history behind it. she didnt keep explaining as we went as it is distracting and we dont really listen at that time but her way of guiding was excellent. i would recommed taking her tour without a doubt. she was amazing. also the sistine chapel will blow your mind and also the beautiful details in vatican.
Can’t say enough positive things about this tour and especially our tour guide, Maggie, who was an absolute delight and full of knowledge. We’re very happy to have taken this tour and had her as our guide.
Had booked a private guided tour in French since April 14. Upon our arrival they tell us that it is in Italian. Finally, there was a guide available on site but his French was difficult to understand. Not interested in the children, one does not ask them any questions. Very, very disappointing for the price.... One thousand euros
It was worth every penny to book the private tour. Too long of a tour and I’m unable to process all the information. Deborah was our guide and she was FANTASTIC!!
Maggie was a wonderful tour guide and her depth of knowledge about the history of the Vatican and how she delivered it was very impressive!! Definitely do this tour - when in Rome !!
A guided tour is the only way to go! Our guide, Maggie, was so knowledgeable yet animated and organized. Would highly recommend!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peters Basilica Guided Tour | 2h 30min | 4.8 (328) | $372 | |
 Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour | 3 hours | 4.5 (41,784) | $79 | View |
 Skip-the-Line Group Tour of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica | 3 hours | 4.6 (15,476) | $23 | View |
 Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica VIP Guided Tour | 2h 30min | 4.8 (1,646) | $86 | View |
 Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peters Basilica Guided Tour | 3 hours | 4.6 (539) | $126 | View |
 Skip-the-Line Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's | Small Group | 3 hours | 4.9 (8,370) | $113 | View |
 Skip the Line: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour + Basilica | 1–3 hours | 4.7 (6,525) | $40 | View |