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Private Tour: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter Basilica

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Overview

Unveil the glorious beauty of the Vatican with your private tour guide. The best way to tailor your itinerary and have the best experience according to your needs and interests.

What's Included

  • Fast track entry to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
  • Recharging station for your devices
  • Entry/Admission - Sistine Chapel
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    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Viale dei Bastioni di Michelangelo
    21, 00192 Roma RM, Italy

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Piazza San Pietro
    00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

    What To Expect

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    Vatican Museums

    In this VIP experience, you will have a special entrance avoiding the long wait in line to get in. Then you will visit the significant rooms and sections like the Pinecone Courtyard, the Gallery of Tapestries, the Gallery of Candelabra, the Hall of Maps, and the wonderful Raphael Rooms. We will also design your journey based on your preferences and interests.
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    2 hours Admission Ticket Included

    Sistine Chapel

    You will be fascinated by the greatest works of Michelangelo, his masterpiece on the ceiling, and the extraordinary depiction of the Last Judgement.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    St. Peter's Basilica

    In addition, you will proceed to St. Peter’s Basilica and be ready to be bewitched to its marvelous architecture. The tour will end here, and you will be left forever in love with the beauty and breathtaking artworks in the Vatican.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for wheelchair users
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter Basilica?

    A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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    Activity code: C-380595P4

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    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter Basilica?
    A:
    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
    A:
    The following is included:
    • Fast track entry to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel.
    • Recharging station for your devices.
    • Entry/Admission - Sistine Chapel.
    • Entry/Admission - Raphael’s Room.
    • Headsets for groups more than 5 people.
    • Entry/Admission - Vatican Museums.
    • Entry/Admission - St. Peter’s Basilica (only if the passage is open).
    • Private tour guide.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
    A:

    There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

    Apr 2025
    Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
    A:

    If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

    If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

    Apr 2025
    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
    A:

    Accessibility information for the Private Tour: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter Basilica is as follows:

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for wheelchair users
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    Apr 2025
    Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Tour: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter Basilica will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

     

     

    Mar 2024
    Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
    A:

    Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

    Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

    If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

    Oct 2026

    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Fast track entry to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
    • Recharging station for your devices
    • Entry/Admission - Sistine Chapel
    • Entry/Admission - Raphael’s Room
    • Headsets for groups more than 5 people
    • Entry/Admission - Vatican Museums
    • Entry/Admission - St. Peter’s Basilica (only if the passage is open)
    • Private tour guide

    Additional Info

    Activity name

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for wheelchair users
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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