Skip the Line Vatican and Sistine Chapel Private Night Tour
No queuing and an opportunity to see the magnificence of the Vatican in a totally different atmosphere. This magical 2.5-hour evening tour of the Vatican and Sistine Chapel affords you an unforgettable way to see one of Rome’s top attractions away from the usual daytime bustle. You can wander the galleries and get much better views of the masterpieces by such great artists as Michelangelo, Raphael, and many more. Your tour will end in Saint Peter's Square, next to the taxi and bus stations.
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2.5-Hour Private tour
What's included in Skip the Line Vatican and Sistine Chapel Private Night Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Vatican Museums
You will see some of the Vatican’s numerous treasures, both artistic and historical, many dating back to ancient Roman times. There is a visit to the Gallery of Maps, with its 40 amazing frescoes dating from the late 1500s, and Raphael’s Rooms, four chambers that house works by Raphael and his students. You will see fascinating Greek and Roman sculptures as well as the sarcophagi of Empress Helena and Constantina, the mother and daughter of Constantine the Great. The tour will then move on to the Gallery of the Candelabra, the Gallery of the Tapestries, and Sobieski Hall.
Sistine Chapel
You will then arrive at the Sistine Chapel, the venue for papal elections and one of Italy’s most popular attractions. You will view Michelangelo's vast fresco, 'The Last Judgment', and listen to stories from the Bible, including the creation of Adam.
St. Peter's Square
Please note that entry is not allowed into St. Peter’s Basilica as it is closed in the evening. The finale of the tour is a stroll around St. Peter’s Square, lit by a myriad of lights and sparkling under the night sky. In the piazza, your guide will point out Bernini’s optical illusions, and you will visit the exact spot where St. Peter, who later became the first Pope, was crucified. This area went on to become the foundation of the Catholic Church, an impressive place to end a wonderful evening at the Vatican.
Inclusions
- Private tour
- Professional art historian local guide
- Skip the line tickets
- Private transportation
- Gratuities
- Food and drink
- St Peter's Basilica
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk being refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
- Please note: if you arrive late, you might lose the entrance.
- Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry.
- Food and drinks are not allowed in the museums except for bottled water.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- At the stairs outside the Vatican museums (street address is viale Vaticano), under the big white monumental door topped with statues. Your guide will be holding a sign with your name on it.
