Vatican Museums Private Tour: Sistine Chapel and Necropolis Scavi
Overview
Your guide will escort you into the Vatican Museums while skipping the mass queues waiting outside.
Marvel in the spectacular museum galleries & bask in the breathtaking Sistine Chapel. After being within such breathtaking surroundings, you might think at this point you’ve seen all that is on offer, but with our Ultimate Express Vatican experience, we will also guide you through the Scavi (Underground) area of the Vatican. With many myths and secrets, your guide will open up a new mysterious world.
What's Included
- Private walking tour (Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel)
- Sistine Chapel
- St. Peter's Basilica
- Hotel pickup (centrally located hotels. Within Aurelian Walls)
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
- Access to the Scavi (Underground) as part of a small group led by a Vatican guide
- Food and drinks
- Hotel Drop Off
Meeting and Pickup
Centrally located hotel/accommodation in Rome (within the Aurelian Walls)
What To Expect
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Vatican Museums
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Cortile della Pigna (pass by)
Gallery of Tapestries
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Galleria Delle Carte Geografiche
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Galleria dei Candelabri
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Sistine Chapel
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
St. Peter's Basilica
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Necropoli Di San Pietro
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
St. Peter's Square
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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
- A moderate amount of walking is involved - comfortable shoes are recommended
- Minimum age is 15 years
- During the Scavi visit, visitors may be affected by the altered environmental conditions of temperature and humidity. Those who have special physical problems, subject to increase under these conditions, including claustrophobia, are advised not to access the site
- St. Peter's Basilica may close at the last minute for ceremonies or masses without warning
- Please advise if anyone in your group has mobility issues
- To ensure the safety and well-being of all our guests, every reservation that includes minors (under 18) must be accompanied by at least one adult. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept bookings made exclusively by unaccompanied minors.
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- Private walking tour (Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel).
- Sistine Chapel.
- St. Peter's Basilica.
- Hotel pickup (centrally located hotels. Within Aurelian Walls).
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide.
- Access to the Scavi (Underground) as part of a small group led by a Vatican guide.
- Food and drinks.
- Hotel Drop Off.
The minimum age to participate is 15. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If 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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Vatican Museums Private Tour: Sistine Chapel and Necropolis Scavi is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Private walking tour (Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel)
- Sistine Chapel
- St. Peter's Basilica
- Hotel pickup (centrally located hotels. Within Aurelian Walls)
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
- Access to the Scavi (Underground) as part of a small group led by a Vatican guide
- Food and drinks
- Hotel Drop Off
Additional Info
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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
- A moderate amount of walking is involved - comfortable shoes are recommended
- Minimum age is 15 years
- During the Scavi visit, visitors may be affected by the altered environmental conditions of temperature and humidity. Those who have special physical problems, subject to increase under these conditions, including claustrophobia, are advised not to access the site
- St. Peter's Basilica may close at the last minute for ceremonies or masses without warning
- Please advise if anyone in your group has mobility issues
- To ensure the safety and well-being of all our guests, every reservation that includes minors (under 18) must be accompanied by at least one adult. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept bookings made exclusively by unaccompanied minors.
