Vatican Highlights Tour: Explore Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's & More in Small Group Experience
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Embark on a small group tour of the Vatican, exploring the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, and more. Experience the history and beauty of the Roman Catholic Church with an expert guide.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Vatican Museums - Discover some of the most famous paintings and sculptures from western civilization and listen to amusing anecdotes about the former popes and artists represented in the museums. With a small-group tour of maximum of 6 people, or in your very own private tour, easily maneuver through the crowded museums at a comfortable pace.
    After a view of the terrace over the Vatican gardens, make your way across the beautiful early Renaissance courtyard to admire Hadrian’s Pinecone, and then to the modern art piece of Arnaldo Pomodoro. You will then head to the magnificent Octagonal Courtyard which is one of the most remarkable collections of Roman and Greek artifacts. Admire the famous Belvedere Torso, learn about the mystery of the Laocoon Priest of Troy, and visit the Muses Room. Walk through the beautiful galleries to admire an abundance of candelabra, tapestries, and maps. Then head to the Julius II apartments and see the grandeur and the magnificent details of the Raphael Rooms.
  • Sistine Chapel - Next, learn of Michelangelo’s masterpiece from your guide before you enter through a tiny door to admire the majestic Sistine Chapel. Take in its grandeur in contemplative silence as you admire this 8,000 square foot wonder.
  • St. Peter’s Basilica - Your comprehensive Vatican tour concludes with VIP entrance directly into St. Peter’s Basilica without standing in the long lines. Walking through the Basilica, you will learn all about the secrets of the magnificent and ornate decorations, sculptures, altars and chapels. Visit Michelangelo’s Pieta and walk down the main nave to admire the dome he designed that sits on top of the largest Catholic church in the world.
What's Included
  • Professional, Local, Expert Guide
  • Private Option available!
  • Tour in a Safe and Semi Private group of 6 people
  • Enjoy Skip the Line Access
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on an extraordinary semi-private tour for a maximum of 6 participants, traversing the prominent attractions of the Vatican. Accompanied by your local professional guide, gain instant entry with your skip-the-line tickets and explore one of the world’s most renowned museums. Experience magnificent sculptures, charming courtyards, and a wealth of other intriguing highlights while delving into the history of the Church, the Popes, and the stunning artworks beautifying the museum interiors. Marvel at the mesmerizing aesthetics of Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel, navigate the Gallery of Maps admiring the exquisite tapestries, be enchanted by the frescoes of the Raphael Rooms, and visit the awe-inspiring St Peter’s Basilica, the revered resting place of Saint Peter and one of the most sacred shrines of the Roman Catholic Church. This intimate small group tour offers a comprehensive glimpse of the Vatican with a maximum group size of 6. Additionally, a completely private tour can be arranged for a more bespoke experience.

  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • Occasionally the Basilica may be closed due to last minute private events outside of the tour operators control and often without notice. In these uncommon circumstances the tour will operate as usual and the time spent inside the basilica will be made up elsewhere on the tour. No refunds will be granted in the event the Basilica is closed
  • Please note that tours selected on Wednesday mornings at 10 am can be periodically effected by the closure of St Peter’s Basilica due to last minute decisions by the Vatican. Please be insured the lost time will be compensated with other areas of the museums.
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or photo ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues
Location
Viale Vaticano, 100
Viale Vaticano
in front of Caffé Vaticano, on viale Vaticano 100, just across the street from the Museum entrance. Your guide will be holding a LIvTours sign.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Shaina_m
Jun 23, 2024
Excellent tour! - My boyfriend and I took a private tour with Patrizia and would highly recommend. She did not waste our time and yet gave Us detailed information. She was a pleasure.
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Hlne_b
Jun 22, 2024
Great tour - one of the best experience in Rome! - Umberto our guide was great. We ended up being only four on the tour - just our family- so it made the experience very personalized. Umberto had a lot of fun anecdotes to share and good sense of humor. The sites are absolutely beautiful, we could easily stay a few more hours to see more. It is one of the best things to do in Rome!
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Bethany_j
Jun 22, 2024
Amazing! - Our guide Laura Sensi was amazing! She is so knowledgeable and the tour was totally geared to us and what we wanted to see! A perfect experience and I highly recommend it!
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Christina_p
Jun 21, 2024
Great toue - Our guide Paulo F was lovely and so passionate about this tour. It was exciting to see and hear everything through her eyes and wisdom. I totally recommend the tour of only 6 people
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Joe_b
Jun 21, 2024
Best tour of the week! - What an amazing tour! Our group of 4 had our own personal guide, Marzia, who was amazing. She gave us so much personal attention and was extremely knowledgeable about everything we saw. I highly recommend this tour!
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Amy_m
Jun 20, 2024
Great tour for family of 9 - David was a wonderful guide. He had so much knowledge, answered all of our questions and made the tour fun for the whole family.
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Cecilia_l
Jun 19, 2024
Great way to visit the Vatican - I highly recommend this tour. Our tour guide Gaia was very knowledgeable and professional. Learned so much about the Vatican and the fabulous art work.
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Cjlhe
Jun 19, 2024
Perfect to visit the Vatican and Sistine Chapel - Great tour! Very comprehensive. Our tour guide Gaia was very knowledgeable and professional. I would highly recommend this tour!
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William_p
Jun 23, 2024
Too crowded - The guide did her best but it was soo crowded that it was difficult to enjoy this tour. The headphones picked up background noise and had constant static. I don't know if it was because of the crowds or if they needed adjustments.
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Jonathan_f
Jun 22, 2024
Detailed and a bit overwhelming - There is so much on this tour to experience. More than almost anyone who has not already familiar can take in within a three hour timeframe. Our guide was very knowledgeable, but because of her accent was somewhat difficult to understand, as I am from the midwest in the US. Overall, a good experience.
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