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Private Vatican Experience

44 Reviews 4.80 out of 5 stars Based on 44 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor |
Recommended by 95% of reviewers
95% of reviewers gave this experience a rating of 4 or higher.
| Rome, Italy
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from $319.56 per person

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On average, this is booked 24 (0) days in advance.
4 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French, Italian

Overview

With a private guide you will have a luxury experience, entering the museums early in the morning when the museums will be empty.

What's Included

  • Admission tickets skipping the line

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    00120
    Vatican City

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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

    We will finish our tour in Saint Peter square.

    What To Expect

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    Vatican Museums

    Enjoy with your private and licensed guide of The Vatican City an incredible independent state since the year 1929. Enter the amazing Vatican museums skipping the line to see the private collection of the popes, including, sculptures, tapestries, candelabras and Michelangelo’s Sistine chapel. Being with a private guide you will have the great opportunity to spend more time inside of the Sistine chapel also pretty close to the Fresco. Then only with your guide you will leave The Sistine chapelm to enter Saint Peters Basiloca skipping the line. At the end a beautiful mosaic experience will wait for you inside of a beautiful Mosaic gallery.
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    3 hours Admission Ticket Included

    Sistine Chapel

    Enjoy Michelangelo’s beautiful paintings.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    St. Peter's Basilica

    Enjoy the largest Roman Catholic Church. See the thumb of Saint Peters, the holy statue representing Saint Peter, the main altar with the canopy by Bernini and the Pietà by Michelangelo
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    1 minute Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • 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 Vatican Experience?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-64502P7

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    44 reviews

    Average 4.80 out of 5 stars based on 44 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Vatican Experience?
    A:
    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
    • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
    A:
    The following is included:
    • Admission tickets skipping the line.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
    A:

    The minimum age to participate is 10..

    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 Vatican Experience is as follows:

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    Apr 2025
    Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
    A:

    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Vatican Experience 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

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    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • 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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