Semi-Private Tour Of Vatican Museums And St. Peter's Basilica

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

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  Vatican Museums

  Your journey begins with VIP access as your guide expertly navigates your group past the famously long lines, allowing you to enter the Vatican Museums with ease. Once inside, you'll embark on a historical exploration of one of the most revered art collections in the world. Your guide will highlight key masterpieces, ensuring that you don’t miss the most significant works within the vast expanse of the museums. As you explore, you'll encounter a stunning array of sculptures and paintings curated by the Popes over centuries. You'll be guided through the majestic Gallery of Tapestries and the mesmerizing Gallery of Maps, where Italy’s rich heritage and culture come to life through art and geography. These rooms offer a vivid glimpse into the grandeur of the past, leaving you in awe of the artistic achievements on display.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 2
  Sistine Chapel

  The pinnacle of your visit awaits as you enter the Sistine Chapel. Here, in hushed reverence, you'll have time to absorb the splendour of Michelangelo’s iconic ceiling. The vibrant colours and intricate details of this masterpiece are truly enchanting, offering a deeply emotional and unforgettable experience.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included
• 3
  Saint Peter’s Basilica

  Finally, you will access St. Peter’s Basilica through a special passage, bypassing the regular lines. Inside this magnificent church, your guide will continue the tour, highlighting the incredible baroque architecture, Michelangelo’s poignant Pietà, and Bernini's grand St. Peter's Baldachin. This semi-private tour is an essential part of any Roman holiday, immersing you in art and history through the expertise and passion of your guide, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The Walking tour will only operate outside of each attraction and entrance tickets are not included.
• Wear clothes that cover your shoulders and knees, as the Vatican has a strict dress code. You may be refused entry if not properly dressed.
• Peter’s Basilica has an airport-style security check after skipping the long line outside. No liquids, large bags, or sharp items are allowed. On peak days the wait time can be impacted by security checks.
• "Skip-the-line" access is guaranteed, even during peak season (except in the event of delays or strikes by the Vatican Museum management).

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