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Private Vatican Museums & St. Peter’s Basilica Tour

About this experience

Join our guide navigating one the most beautiful museums of the world. Get access to areas that are normally closed to the public with our special tickets. Enjoy the Sistine Chapel, Laocoonte statue and St.Peter's Basilica, our guide will make sure you don't miss the highlights of the museum.
The private experience will give you the opportunity to personalise your experience, get out of the regular group route and see as much as you want.

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr
  • Private experience

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Private Vatican Museums & St. Peter's Basilica Tour

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide), Italian (live guide), Spanish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What is included

  • Skip the line ticket
  • Licensed local expert guide

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Everything that is not listed in "What's included"
  • Private transportation

Itinerary and highlights

The incredible amount of art & history housed in this museum makes it difficult for the average visitor to make the most of the collection, so be guided by our expertise while you walk through the infinite galleries, pointing out the most important and unmissable pieces. Learn about the secrets and anecdotes of the Sistine Chapel as you go through the Pio Clementino section of the museum, home to the Laocoonte, the statue that started off the whole Vatican collection.
Immerse yourself in the galleries on the way to the Sistine Chapel, marvelling at the gorgeous tapestries and maps that cover the walls.

Prepare to have your breath taken away by Michelangelo's masterpieces, the Volta (ceiling) and Giudizio Universale (Last Judgement). The Chapel houses some of the most important and beautiful artworks of the entire art history!

The biggest church of the world, the headquarter of Christianity.

Meeting and pickup information

  • In front of Cafè Vaticano you will find our guide with a sign with "Alice in wondeRome" logo.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Alice in wondeRome

Accessibility and practical details

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide), Italian (live guide), Spanish (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Youth tickets: age 6–17; Adult tickets: age 18+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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