Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica Private Tour Options
Skip the line for fast-track entry to the world-famous Vatican Museums complex, comprised of Galleries boasting an impressive array of artwork and masterpieces. During your visit, you'll have the opportunity to witness one of the world's most exquisite collections of sculptures, carvings, frescoes, and paintings. Take a leisurely stroll through some of the most captivating rooms, including the Gallery of Tapestries and the Gallery of Maps. Be stunned by Michelangelo's masterpiece inside the Sistine Chapel. Finally, venture into the splendid St. Peter's Church, home to the renowned Baldachin by Bernini. You will also have the privilege of admiring Michelangelo's incredible sculpture, "La Pietà."
Don't miss the exceptional chance to elevate your experience with our RENAISSANCE or DOME Options. These options offer you a unique opportunity to explore the exquisite and fine Raphael Rooms or ascend St. Peter's Dome, where you'll be treated to a breathtaking panoramic view of the city.
Options
Basic Option
What's included in Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica Private Tour Options
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Vatican Museums
With this Tour, we get you inside the Museums. we will visit together the Vatican Museum Galleries and halls
Cortile della PignaPass-by Only
The Courtyard of the “Pigna”, created from the 16th-century area of the “Belvedere”
Sphere within a SpherePass-by Only
The Sphere within a Sphere" by Arnaldo Pomodoro at the Vatican Museums is a striking sculptural masterpiece that graces the Cortile della Pigna. This captivating artwork features a large bronze sphere with a textured, fractured surface, revealing a smaller sphere within. The interplay of light and shadow on the intricate patterns adds to its mesmerizing allure. Symbolizing themes of complexity and inner depth, Pomodoro's sculpture at the Vatican Museums stands as a testament to the convergence of art, spirituality, and profound meaning in the heart of one of the world's most renowned cultural institutions.
Inclusions
- If RENAISSANCE OPTION SELECTED: Raphael Rooms included in the itinerary
- Private Tour with Blue Badge Guide
- Visit of the Sistine Chapel
- Vatican Museums Skip The Line Ticket
- Shortcut to St. Peter's Basilica
- If ST. PETER'S DOME OPTION SELECTED: climbing of the Cupola included in the itinerary
- Food And Drinks
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Due to the Papal Conclave taking place from April 28th until approximately May 10th, the Sistine Chapel will not be accessible during this period. Tours booked within these dates will instead enjoy extended visits within the Vatican Museums, including sections not usually covered by standard tours.
- 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
- Please advise in case of mobility issues - wheelchair partly accessible
- For ST. PETER'S DOME OPTION is not suitable for wheelchair users
- For ST. PETER'S DOME OPTION: don’t attempt to visit the dome if you can’t physically climb steps or if you’re claustrophobic. A lift takes you some of the way, but then you still have to tackle 320 steps (and space is a bit tight in places).
- St. Peter's Basilica may close at the last minute for ceremonies or masses without warning
- In the case of visitors using wheelchairs and mobility scooters, please note that the Museums are partially accessible, and the Basilica won't be included
- St Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel are subject to last-minute closures for religious ceremonies. When this occurs, we're happy to offer customers an extended tour of the Vatican Museums. While we endeavor to inform our guests ahead of time about any planned disruptions to the opening hours, this is not always possible. In these cases, we are unable to provide refunds or discounts
- A current valid passport or ID document is required on the day of the tour for children under 18 years old as proof of their age
- All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security
- Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration or closed due to extraordinary celebrations. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes
- Please review the confirmation message that we send one day prior to the tour date, which confirms the final details of the service
- For ST. PETER'S DOME OPTION: not recommended for guests with mobility issues or claustrophobic
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet and greet with your guide directly on-site. The guide will be holding a sign with your name.
End Points
- In case St. Peter's Basilica is closed for last-minute masses or ceremonies, the tour will end at the exit of the Vatican Museums.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Due to the Papal Conclave taking place from April 28th until approximately May 10th, the Sistine Chapel will not be accessible during this period. Tours booked within these dates will instead enjoy extended visits within the Vatican Museums, including sections not usually covered by standard tours.
