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Private Vatican Museum Tour

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| Rome, Italy
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from $272.45 per person

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St. Peter's square end of the tour
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On average, this is booked 18 (0) days in advance.
3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Visit the most important Museums in the world visited by over 25 thousands of people each day with your private tour guide. You will visit the Museums, the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica and St. Peter's Square.

For last minute bookings (less than 30 days) we reserve the right to offer you alternatives or free cancellations if we are unable to carry out the service as described.

What's Included

  • Vatican Museums Tickets Included
  • Official Tour Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Viale Vaticano
100, 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

You can ask your tour guide where to take taxis to go back to your hotels.

What To Expect

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Sistine Chapel

Enjoy the Frescos done by Michelangelo
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Vatican Museums

the most important museums in the world
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

St. Peter's Basilica

During the Jubilee year, to allow the masses, the direct access for the tour guides in the basilica is not always guaranteed due to the large influx of pilgrims from all over the world.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. Peter's Square

this is where your tour guide will drop you off
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Vatican Museum Tour?

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-49976P6

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Vatican Museum Tour?
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:
  • Vatican Museums Tickets Included.
  • Official Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
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 Vatican Museum Tour is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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 Vatican Museum Tour 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

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  • Vatican Museums Tickets Included
  • Official Tour Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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