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Private & Small Group Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel& St. Peter’s

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Overview

Explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica on a private or small-group tour.

Skip the lines and enjoy a licensed English-speaking guide who brings the art, history, and architecture to life. Wander through Renaissance masterpieces, ancient sculptures, and then marvel at Michelangelo’s ceiling and Last Judgment in the Sistine Chapel. Finish at St. Peter’s Basilica, home to Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s grand altar.
Note: St. Peter’s Basilica access may occasionally be restricted due to Vatican events.

Perfect for US travelers, families, couples, and first-time visitors seeking a personalized, stress-free Vatican experience.

What's Included

  • Private or small-group experience
  • Audio headsets for groups of 6 or more
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica
  • Dome Tickets are excluded
  • Entry to st Peter's Basilica when closed due to Vatican events
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via Germanico
67, 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

Please note that St Peter's Basilica might close on a very short notice.If this occurs, tour will end in Sistine Chapel and no refunds will be issued.

What To Expect

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Vatican Museums

Take a leisurely walk through the Vatican galleries, which showcase the most significant art collection in the world while bypassing the usual entrance queues. *Pinecone Courtyard offers a stunning view of St. Peter's Basilica. *Octagonal Courtyard features the Apollo and Laocoön statues. *Next, you will explore the Room of the Muses, home to the Belvedere Torso statue. *The Round Room, a smaller replica of the Pantheon, contains Nero's bathtub at its center and will surely be a highlight of your visit. *In the Greek Cross Room, you will find two magnificent tombs crafted from extremely rare porphyry marble. *The Gallery of Tapestries presents incredible optical illusions, concluding with the Gallery of Geographical Maps, which is undoubtedly the most important artwork in the Vatican Museums.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

Experience what are arguably the most significant masterpieces of art, Michelangelo's frescoes of the Last Judgment and Creation, and explore the venue where the papal election, known as the conclave, occurs. Attempt to deduce the locations of the stove and chimney, as well as where the newly elected pope will transition from his cardinal attire to the papal garments.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

St. Peter's Basilica

See a place where st. Peter was crucified and where Pope does the audience every Wednesday.Tour will end with priority access to the St.peter's Basilica that you'll explore at your own pace.Note: St. Peter’s Basilica access may occasionally be restricted due to Vatican events.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Make sure to bring a bottle of water with you
  • 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 & Small Group Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel& St. Peter’s?

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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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private & Small Group Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel& St. Peter’s?
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:
  • Private or small-group experience.
  • Audio headsets for groups of 6 or more.
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica.
  • Personalized commentary tailored to your interests.
  • Licensed English-speaking guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Dome Tickets are excluded.
  • Entry to st Peter's Basilica when closed due to Vatican events.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Food and drinks.
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 & Small Group Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel& St. Peter’s is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 10 inch shorts are fine since they are reaching knees
  • Flip flops and sandals are fine as well
  • Make sure to bring a bottle of water with you
  • 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 & Small Group Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel& St. Peter’s 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?
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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.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Private or small-group experience
  • Audio headsets for groups of 6 or more
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica
  • Personalized commentary tailored to your interests
  • Licensed English-speaking guide
  • Dome Tickets are excluded
  • Entry to st Peter's Basilica when closed due to Vatican events
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 10 inch shorts are fine since they are reaching knees
  • Flip flops and sandals are fine as well
  • Make sure to bring a bottle of water with you
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Note: St. Peter’s Basilica access may occasionally be restricted due to Vatican events.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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