Private Vatican Museums Entry: Hidden Gems Tour

Rome
Tour Rating 4.9
Overview

Embark on this exclusive 4-hour tour of the Vatican Museums and its Hidden Gems for an unforgettable journey through art, history, and spirituality. With your personal storyteller delight in the world's most celebrated masterpieces, including the iconic Sistine Chapel with its world-known frescos by Michelangelo and the fine Galleries, while also exploring the hidden, lesser-known chambers of the Pinacoteca, with exquisite works by Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci, and Caravaggio. For art enthusiasts, this is a rare opportunity that must not be missed. Admire captivating architecture and a vast collection of classical sculptures, then seamlessly transition into St. Peter's Basilica without queues. Stand in awe of Michelangelo's Pieta and the Bernini canopy. End your tour in the heart of Vatican City, St. Peter's Square, encircled by its iconic colonnades. Enhance your experience and make it as smooth and comfortable by selecting our Luxury Option with pick-up and drop-off service.

  • Skip The lIne Tickets
  • Visit to the Sistine Chapel
  • Only for LUXURY OPTION: Pick-up and Drop-off included
  • Access to the Pinacoteca Art Gallery
  • Professional Licensed Blue Badge Tour Guide for A Private Walking Tour
  • Shortcut to St. Peter's Basilica
  • Only for COMFORT OPTION: Pick-up included
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress appropriately for worship places and museums; no shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Cover knees and shoulders for both genders to avoid entry issues.
  • Wear comfortable shoes for moderate walking during the tour.
  • Notify us of mobility issues or disabilities.
  • Allow at least 20 minutes for monument/attraction security checks.
  • Timings and reservations may vary and are subject to last-minute changes.
  • Wheelchair users note partial museum accessibility; Basilica not included.
  • St. Peter’s Basilica and Sistine Chapel may close last-minute for ceremonies; extended Vatican Museums tour offered in such cases.
  • Children under 18 require a valid passport or ID for age verification on the tour day.
  • Review the confirmation message sent one day before the tour for final details.
  • Not suggested on Wednesday morning due to the Papal Audience
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews for Private Vatican Museums Entry: Hidden Gems Tour
Fantastic Tour!
Sylvia_H
Our guide, Maria, was amazing. She helped us get through security and each of the sites with ease and always knew the best spots in each section where we could pause and fully appreciate the amazing works of art. Her detailed explanations of the history and analysis of the key works of art deepened our experience immeasurably. She broadened our understanding not just of what we saw during our tour but of art in general. We were very happy that we took the tour and would highly recommend it.
Spectacular tour.
Bernadette_K
Wonderful tour! Luigi was an absolutely fantastic guide! With so much to see that was amazingly beautiful, he made the experience so much better. We never felt rushed and he knew exactly how to get us from one great section to another. It would be so easy to be overwhelmed with all of the grandeur and things to see. Such an amazing and knowledgeable person. Highly recommend Luigi!
Best Way to See Vatican City!
Karen_A
This tour was a lifesaver for exploring the Vatican. So many things we would have never known in a VAST landscape of things to see. Rosie pointed out the most important things in our limited time, and was a huge help in getting us straight through and skipping the lines. We also opted for the pickup from our hotel which we would highly recommend! The driver dropped us right beside our guide!
Amazing!
Stacey_F
This tour will “check the box” for any traveler looking to see the highlights of the Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the Sistine Chapel. However, to “check the box” is to miss out on the incredible works of art and architecture brought to life by Maria on this tour. Her passion for the works and the stories they hold had us enthralled. From Bernini’s architecture and Balachin to the Laocoon and Michelangelo’s Pieta and Sistine Chapel, to Gallery of Maps, and to the long history of the Vatican obelisk, Maria painted a complete picture of the history and reasoning behind these masterpieces.
Great Tour!
Nicholas_T
Outstanding tour! I cannot imagine visiting the Vatican any other way. The lines were extraordinarily long, however, with the skip the line tickets our guide Alessandro walked ua right in. He was extremely knowledgeable and gave us a great tour.

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