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Private Early Morning Sistine Chapel with Vatican Tour

4.8 Excellent 49 reviews
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3h 30m
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English, Italian
Free cancellation Private tour Instant confirmation Live guide

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Overview

Guidekin summary

A private early access tour that does the Sistine Chapel first, while it is still quiet, then works back through the Laocoön, the Apollo Belvedere and the hidden corners of the Museums before St Peter's. Skip the line tickets, fees and taxes are included at €275 per person, transport and food are not. Listed as wheelchair accessible.

From the guide

Visit the museums at the time of the first entrance with the exclusive private early morning Vatican tour, accompanied by a top-rated, expert guide. After enjoying the tranquil atmosphere of the chapel and admiring Michelangelo’s masterpiece, you’ll visit the Vatican Museums - arguably the best collection of art in the world, seeing highlights such as the Laocoon and the Apollo Belvedere as well as some other hidden treasures. This Vatican tour also includes St Peter’s Basilica, where you’ll see Michelangelo’s Pietà and learn about art, history and religion.

*** Disclaimer: For reservations made less than 72 hours in advance, your tour will end in the Vatican Museums as we cannot guarantee skip the line tickets into St Peter's Basilica. ***

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 9 start times between 07:45 and 14:30
Scheduled through September 2027

This tour runs daily, with 9 start times between 07:45 and 14:30 depending on the date. Scheduled through September 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 12, 2026.

What's Included

Expert, English-speaking private guide
Headsets (for groups of 6 or more)
Early Access to the Vatican Museums
Skip-the-line Tickets
All Fees and Taxes

What's Not Included

Transportation to and from the meeting and end points
Food and Beverages
Gratuities (optional)

Itinerary

Vatican Museums Stop 1
Rooms of Raphael, Hall of Maps, Ancient Sculpture Gallery, Belvedere Courtyard, Cortile della Pigna
1h 20m
Admission included
Sistine Chapel Stop 2
The Sistine Chapel
30 min
Admission included
St. Peter's Basilica Stop 3
St Peter Basilica
1h
Admission included
La Pieta Stop 4
Inside St Peter's Basilica
15 min
Admission included
Cortile della Pigna Stop 5
Inside Vatican Museums
15 min
Admission included
Baldacchino di San Pietro, Di Bernini Stop 6
View from the inside of St Peter's Basilica
10 min
Admission included

Departure & Return

Start point

Your guide will meet you in front of the Caffe Vaticano, Viale Vaticano, 100. They will have a Through Eternity sign or flag.

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. 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.
  • Please note that the Vatican Museums provide free entrance for visitors who are (according to the requirements stated by the Vatican City) at least 74% disabled by presenting the appropriate certification and, if one needs assistance by another person, that person also receives a free entrance. Please inform us when you are booking if you fit into these requirements and we will remove the pricing of the entry tickets from the price of the tour.
  • As this is a walking tour with steps and staircases, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water are strongly recommended.
  • Please advise if any travelers have mobility concerns so that we can best accommodate you.
  • At the end of your tour, you are required to return the headset provided to you to your guide. In the event that you do not return the headset, you will be subject to a fine of €100 for lost property.
  • Each traveler must present a valid passport or government issued photo ID that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry to the Vatican Museums.
  • Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 275 / person