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Private Vatican Museums Guided Tour

from 120€ per person, for groups of 5 or more
Available

Features

  • Duration 3 hours

    Check availability to see starting times.

  • Languages: Italian, English

    These are the supported languages.

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Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel — 3-Hour Private Guided Tour (Skip-the-Line)

Discover the Vatican Museums with a licensed guide who brings the masterpieces to life in a clear, friendly way. We’ll move efficiently through the highlights so you see more in less time—tapestries, maps, Raphael’s Rooms, and, of course, the Sistine Chapel. With skip-the-line access, you avoid the long public queue and spend your time inside, not waiting outside.

This experience is designed for travelers who want a smooth visit, easy explanations, and a comfortable pace. It’s perfect for first-timers as well as anyone who wants a refresher on the must-see works.

Type: Private tour
Duration: 3 hours
Start time: Based on availability
Availability: Not available on Sundays and holidays
Languages: English (for guided tours in Spanish or French, please ask us to check availability)

What’s included

  • Licensed private guide for 3 hours

  • Skip-the-line entrance tickets to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

What you’ll see (highlights)

  • Pinecone Courtyard and introduction to the Museums

  • Gallery of Tapestries & Gallery of Maps

  • Raphael’s Rooms (time permitting and crowd flow)

  • Sistine Chapel (Michelangelo’s ceiling & Last Judgment)

Please note: The Sistine Chapel is a silent, no-photos area. Your guide will explain everything beforehand so you can fully enjoy it inside.

Meeting point

Meet your guide outside the Vatican Museums entrance on Viale Vaticano. Full details and the guide’s contact will be provided in your confirmation.

Pick-up is not included.

Tickets & ID requirements

  • Tour start time is subject to ticket availability.

  • Tickets are nominal: they are issued in the name of each participant and are non-refundable.

  • On the day of the tour, each guest must bring a valid ID or passport matching the name on the ticket.

Dress Code Rules

  • Avoid revealing or low-cut clothing – sleeveless tops and see-through clothing are banned

  • Short shorts (above the knee) and miniskirts are not allowed

  • Jeans and sneakers are permitted, so your Nike high-tops have Papal approval

Add this for an easy Rome day

You can combine this visit with one of our Golf Cart or Dolce Vita (eFiat 500) experiences, with drop-off at the Vatican Museums at the start time of your tour. Ask us to pair them for a seamless day.