Guided Tours

VIP Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Private Tour

Name: VIP Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Private Tour
Start: 2024-09-18T11:00:00
End: 2024-09-18T14:00:00
Location: Rome

Sculpture of the River Nile, Vatican Museums, Rome

Visitor looking at the artwork on the ceiling of the Vatican Museums

Explore the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel at your own pace with an expert guide. Skip the ticketing queues to both the attractions!

Highlights

Tailor your Vatican tour to your interests, exploring iconic spaces like the Niccolò V Chapel or the Belvedere Courtyard with an expert guide.
Skip the ticketing queue and breeze into the Museum and the Sistine Chapel with more time to soak in the art.
Immerse yourself in Renaissance history as your guide narrates the story of Raphael's Rooms and the Sistine Chapel.
Escape the crowds and appreciate your areas of interest in the Vatican like the Gregorian Etruscan Museum or the Pinecone Courtyard.
Fun fact: The Sistine Chapel's ceiling was originally painted upside down until its restoration in the 1900s.

Inclusions

Private guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line access
Private guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica (as per option selected)
Expert English/Spanish/French/Italian-speaking guide
Headsets

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Your experience

Your Vatican, your way

Imagine a Vatican tour tailored to your specific interests, where you're guided through spaces like the Niccolò V Chapel or the Belvedere Courtyard by an expert. No more waiting in long lines; skip the ticketing queue and step into the Vatican with ample time to explore its treasures. As your guide narrates the fascinating history of Raphael's Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Vatican history. Escape the crowds and delve deeper into your areas of interest, such as the lesser-known Gregorian Etruscan Museum or the Pinecone Courtyard.

Explore the Sistine Chapel

Did you know that the Sistine Chapel's ceiling was originally painted upside down by Michelangelo? It wasn't until the chapel's restoration in the 1900s that the ceiling was tilted to its current position. This fascinating detail adds an extra layer of intrigue to your Vatican visit. With a personalized tour and insider knowledge, you'll uncover the Vatican's hidden gems, appreciate its iconic landmarks, and create unforgettable memories.

Know before you go

What to bring

Comfortable shoes are recommended.

What's not allowed

Strict dress code: knees and shoulders must be covered for all guests.
Mobile phones must remain on silent mode inside both, the Museums, the Chapel, and the Basilica.

Accessibility

While the tour is not accessible to wheelchair users, the Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with mobility impairments (certified invalidity exceeding 74%) and a companion if required.

Additional information

Around religious holidays at the Vatican, parts of the tour such as the Papal Tombs may not be open.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.