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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica private tour (3hrs)

7 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 7 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor |
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| Rome, Italy
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from $86.10 per person

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St. Peter's square
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Sistine Chapel
St. Peter's square
Michelangelo's Pietà
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On average, this is booked 19 (0) days in advance.
3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

An exclusively private and customizable guided tour with a licensed tour guide inside the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica.
Our tours are reserved only for the group whose names appear on your reservation. We do not combine groups.
You can ask your guide to change your itinerary insised the Museums according to your preferences.
The tour includes the Pio-Clementino, the Galleries, the Pigna Courtyard on the route inside the Museums before reaching the Sistine Chapel and finally the Basilica.
Our office can purchase your entrance tickets for the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica.

What's Included

  • Licensed tour guide authorized by the Vatican City (3 hours)
  • Private walking tour. We do not combine groups
  • Customizable tour. You can ask your tour guide to change your itinerary inside the Museums
  • Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • St. Peter's Basilica
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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

What To Expect

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Vatican Museums

Pius Clementine Museum (Apoxyomenos, Octagonal Courtyard, Belvedere Apollo, Laocoon, Room of the Animals, Room of Muses, Belvedere Torso, Greek-cross Room) Pinecone Courtyard, Chiaramonti Gallery, Gallery of the Candelabra, Gallery of the Tapestries, Gallery of the Maps.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sistine Chapel

The Sistine Chapel takes its name from Pope Sixtus IV della Rovere (pontiff from 1471 to 1484) who had the old Cappella Magna restored between 1477 and 1480. The 15th century decoration of the walls includes: the false drapes, the Stories of Moses, the Stories of Christ and the portraits of the Popes. It was executed by a team of painters made up initially of Pietro Perugino, Sandro Botticelli, Domenico Ghirlandaio and Cosimo Rosselli. On the Ceiling Pier Matteo d'Amelia painted a starry sky. The work on the frescoes began in 1481 and was concluded in 1482. This is also the date of the following works in marble: the screen, the choir stalls (where the choristers took their places), and the pontifical coat of arms over the entrance door.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. Peter's Basilica

Saint Peter's Basilica
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • 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
  • All tour participants must have a valid ID or Passport to enter the Vatican. It will not be possible to access the Vatican Museums without a valid ID.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica private tour (3hrs)?

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). 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-26786P33

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica private tour (3hrs)?
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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Licensed tour guide authorized by the Vatican City (3 hours).
  • Private walking tour. We do not combine groups.
  • Customizable tour. You can ask your tour guide to change your itinerary inside the Museums.
The following is NOT included:
  • Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
  • St. Peter's Basilica.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 1..

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 Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica private tour (3hrs) is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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 Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica private tour (3hrs) 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

  • Licensed tour guide authorized by the Vatican City (3 hours)
  • Private walking tour. We do not combine groups
  • Customizable tour. You can ask your tour guide to change your itinerary inside the Museums
  • Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • St. Peter's Basilica

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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
  • All tour participants must have a valid ID or Passport to enter the Vatican. It will not be possible to access the Vatican Museums without a valid ID.

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