Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica with Hotel Pick-up
Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica with Hotel Pick-up
Rome, Italy
Tour Rating
3 hours (Approx.)
Offered in: English and 6 more
Overview
This private tour of the Vatican Museums includes luxury one-way transport with pickup from your hotel. Avoid long wait times with your priority ticket and skip the line to see these world-famous wonders. Admire Michelangelo’s frescoed masterpiece on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel; visit the Gallery of Tapestries; and step foot inside the imposing St. Peter’s Basilica. You’re ensured VIP treatment with a private chauffeur to the Vatican.
Explore the Vatican on a private tour with skip-the-line tickets to avoid long wait times
Access the Vatican Museums with the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica
See world-renowned sights like the hall of the tapestries and the map room
VIP treatment: hotel pickup in a luxury vehicle with private driver
What's Included
Professional tour guide
Hotel pick-up
Private tour
English-speaking driver with luxury transportation
Skip the line admission tickets
Gratuities
Hotel drop-off
Food and drinks
Departure & Return
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered We offer pickup service from all accommodation facilities located in the city center. Hotels, B&B's and apartments.
Please include, in your reservation, the accommodation name and address.
What To Expect
Itinerary
Stop At:
Vatican Museums
In this tailor-made tour at the Vatican museums, you will enjoy a complimentary pick-up service from your accommodation by one of our expert English-speaking drivers. You will be taken to the usually packed museum entrance, where you will meet you private tour guide and, with your "skip the line" ticket, you will skip the huge entry line and access the metal detector check.
All of our tour guides are local experts and have a deep knowledge in art and history. They are perfectly trained to follow your pace, assist you throughout the whole tour and guarantee you an unforgettable experience!
The tour will begin in a gorgeous panoramic terrace that offers a stunning view of St. Peter's dome overlooking the Vatican gardens. The guide will then walk you through all the highlights of the museums which include masterpieces and artifacts from different cultures and civilizations. You will enter the Pio Clementine museum, you will gasp at the length of the enormous Tapestry Hall, then through the Hall of the Painted Maps, you will enter the Sistine Chapel whose impact in history, religion and visual arts has no equal in the world.
Enter and gasp at the magnificent fresco paintings of the world's most famous chapel! Michelangelo's ceiling and "Last Judgment" are the highlights of the tour.
After visiting the Sistine Chapel, through a special door available only if accompanied by a licensed tour guide, you will reach the largest Catholic church in the world: St. Peter's Basilica. This is where Michelangelo's sculpture "Pieta" is kept and the tombs of the popes including St. John Paul II's and St. Peter the Apostle.
The tour ends in St. Peter's square, where you will admire Bernini's colonnade and the stunning façade of the basilica.
At last, for those interested in purchasing religious articles or official Vatican products, the tour guide will take you to the official Vatican gift store and eventually show you the nearest taxi station or subway.
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
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
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.
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