Embark on a personalized small group tour of the Vatican Museums and explore its masterpieces in a near-empty setting. Interact with a local guide and marvel at the Sistine Chapel and Raphael Rooms. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!
- Vatican Museums - The Vatican museums host some of the finest and largest art collections in the world.
The museums were established by Pope Julius II at the beginning of the 1500’. Since then, thousands of artworks were gathered a in different art collections.
Here you can find some of the best statues and artworks from the Classical times all the way up to the Renaissance era.
Frescoes, paintings, mosaics, sculptures and statues were collected over the centuries, making the greatest art collection in the world.
Some of the finest artists worked here over the centuries, including Giotto, Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci and Caravaggio.
- Sistine Chapel - The Sistine Chapel is the greatest artwork here at the Vatican. The chapel is part of the Apostolic Palace. Its name is due to Pope Sixtus IV, who commissioned its construction.
The project begun at the end of the 1400, with the frescoes of some of the finest artists of the time.
The Chapel though, is worldwide famous for the frescoes of Michelangelo Buonarroti, who worked at the Sistine Chapel from 1508 to 1512, representing famous scenes from the Old and New Testament.
The most famous section is probably the notorious “Creation of Adam”, from the book of Genesis.
Michelangelo then worked again at the Sistine Chapel under Pope Clement VII, who commissioned the artist to paint the Universal Judgment.
- Radio headsets for clear guidance
- Entry tickets to Vatican Museums
- Professional licensed tour guide
- Food & Drink
- Gratuities
This intimate small group journey is perfect for those seeking a more personalized exploration of the Vatican Museums. With group sizes capped at 20 individuals, gaining insightful knowledge from your local guide is effortless. This is a unique chance to delve into the Vatican when it’s near-deserted, offering a comfortable and secure experience as only a limited number of visitors are permitted daily. Savour the sight of the Vatican’s art collection, featuring magnificent masterpieces you’ve always dreamt of seeing, from paintings and sculptures to frescoes. Traverse through the Raphael Rooms and marvel at the remarkable Sistine Chapel. All these coupled with the advantages of a laid-back small group tour and a knowledgeable guide. The Sistine Chapel, adorned with a ceiling by Michelangelo, and the Raphael-decorated ‘Stanze di Raffaello’ form a part of the visitor pathway through the Vatican Museums. Discover more as our expert guide is keen to impart facts and anecdotes about these locales and also to address your queries.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
