• Vatican City - Experience the UNESCO-listed Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel effortlessly with a private guided tour. Say goodbye to the hassle of long queues, giving yourself the gift of extra time to explore these incredible museums with an Expert Guide just to yourself. Enjoy a seamless and unforgettable journey through art and history!
• Vatican Museums - Kick off your Vatican adventure by meeting your private guide, who’ll whisk you past the lines with your skip-the-line ticket. Customize your experience by sharing specific interests or requests, whether it’s delving into Vatican history or juicy, sometimes-scandalous anecdotes about its inhabitants.

Embark on a personalized tour with your guide, exploring diverse galleries like Raphael’s Rooms, the Gallery of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the charming Pinecone Courtyard. Dive into tales of Renaissance giants such as Raphael and Michelangelo, who crafted masterpieces for the popes, while also uncovering intriguing stories of artistic rivalries. Your journey through the Vatican promises an exclusive blend of history, art, and captivating narratives.

• Sistine Chapel - Finally, arrive at the renowned Sistine Chapel, celebrated for Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes—The Last Judgment and The Creation of Adam—adorning its sacred ceiling. Inside, immerse yourself in the silent majesty of these masterpieces.

While talking is prohibited, your guide will share insightful commentary just outside the chapel doors, ensuring you don’t miss a moment of this awe-inspiring experience.

• St. Peter’s Basilica - Through a dedicated access, step into the grandeur of St. Peter’s Basilica, an architectural marvel that stands as the epitome of spiritual and artistic excellence. Marvel at Michelangelo’s iconic Pieta, gaze up at the breathtaking dome, and absorb the sacred atmosphere. The heart of Vatican City, this basilica offers a profound encounter with history, faith, and awe-inspiring beauty. Embark on a journey through the largest church in the world, where every detail tells a story of centuries past. St. Peter’s Basilica invites you to witness the intersection of divine inspiration and human achievement, leaving an indelible mark on your soul. Your private guide will make sure you do not miss a detail.
• La Pieta - Next, walk over to St Peter’s Basilica, the Italian Renaissance church that’s home to more artistic masterpieces, most famously Michelangelo’s La Pietà sculpture and Bernini’s bronze baldachin altar canopy.
• St. Peter’s Square - As your tour ends in St Peter’s Basilica, head to St. Peter’s Square, an iconic masterpiece in Rome. It embraces visitors with its grandeur. Designed by Bernini, the vast elliptical space is encircled by a majestic colonnade, symbolizing the Church’s embrace. The central obelisk and fountains add splendor, while the stunning façade of St. Peter’s Basilica stands as a beacon of architectural brilliance, inviting pilgrims and tourists alike to marvel at the heart of Vatican City.

• Reserved Skip-the-Line Access to the Vatican Museums
• Carefully curated private tour just for your group
• Reserved Access to the Sistine Chapel
• English-speaking expert guide exclusively for your group

• Gratuities
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

What’s a superior way to experience the Vatican if not in the company of your personal guide? Invest your time in this 3-hour walk around, discovering the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St Peter’s Basilica, accompanied by tailor-made commentary. From the magnificence of Michelangelo’s “The Last Judgement” mural to the fascination of an architectural trick of the eye in St Peter’s Square, this comprehensive tour uncovers the narratives hidden within the Vatican’s holy places. To top it off, the tour offers access that permits you to bypass all the entry lines — even those meant for priority.

• Visitors must pass through metal detectors at the security check point; expect to wait 20-30 minutes to clear security
• Only small bags are allowed
• Saint Peter’s Basilica is subject to last-minute closures for religious ceremonies. When this occurs, we’re happy to offer customers an extended tour of the Vatican Museums. While we endeavour to tell tour groups ahead of time if there are any planned disruptions to the Basilica’s opening hours, this is not always possible and in these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts.
• On Wednesdays, due to the Papal Audiences, access to St Peter’s Basilica is not possible until 1pm
• Please provide the full names of all participants at the time of booking. Failure to submit this information will result in customers being unable to visit St. Peter’s Basilica, and no refunds will be issued.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.