--- title: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St Peter's Basilica Private Tour lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 210 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 61 duration_minutes: 180 duration_max_minutes: 240 languages: [de, ru, en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 27 of 145 (Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-09-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/vatican-museums-sistine-chapel-st-peter-s-basilica-private-tour/ --- # Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St Peter's Basilica Private Tour **Guidekin's take:** A private Blue Badge tour sold in tiers: the basic route to the Sistine Chapel and the shortcut into St Peter's, a Renaissance option that adds the Raphael Rooms, or a dome option that ends on the cupola, rated 4.97 across 61 reviews. Skip the line ticket and guide are included at €210 per person, food is not. The dome tier means a long climb. ## Overview Skip the line for fast-track entry to the world-famous Vatican Museums complex, comprised of Galleries boasting an impressive array of artwork and masterpieces. During your visit, you'll have the opportunity to witness one of the world's most exquisite collections of sculptures, carvings, frescoes, and paintings. Take a leisurely stroll through some of the most captivating rooms, including the Gallery of Tapestries and the Gallery of Maps. Be stunned by Michelangelo's masterpiece inside the Sistine Chapel. Finally, venture into the splendid St. Peter's Church, home to the renowned Baldachin by Bernini. You will also have the privilege of admiring Michelangelo's incredible sculpture, "La Pietà." Don't miss the exceptional chance to elevate your experience with our RENAISSANCE or DOME Options. These options offer you a unique opportunity to explore the exquisite and fine Raphael Rooms or ascend St. Peter's Dome, where you'll be treated to a breathtaking panoramic view of the city. ## Key facts - Price: from €210 per person - Duration: 3h–4h - Rating: 4.97/5 from 61 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: CityEyes Private Tours - Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | NO ST. PETER'S BASILICA | €210 / person (for 2+ people) | French, Italian, German, Spanish, English, Russian | Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: This option includes a 2-hour and 30-minute guided tour. Express - NO ST. PETER'S: This option does not include St. Peter's Basilica. This option includes Raphael Rooms. Meeting Point... | | Basic Option | €290 / person (for 2+ people) | French, Italian, German, Spanish, English, Russian | - | | Renaissance Option | €350 / person (for 2+ people) | French, Italian, German, Spanish, English, Russian | Raphael Rooms included | | Dome Option | €415 / person (for 2+ people) | French, Italian, German, Spanish, English, Russian | St. Peter's Dome Included | ## What's included - If RENAISSANCE OPTION SELECTED: Raphael Rooms included in the itinerary - Private Tour with Blue Badge Guide - Visit of the Sistine Chapel - Vatican Museums Skip The Line Ticket - Shortcut to St. Peter's Basilica - If ST. PETER'S DOME OPTION SELECTED: climbing of the Cupola included in the itinerary ## Not included - Food And Drinks ## Itinerary 1. **Vatican Museums** (40m; admission included) - With this Tour, we get you inside the Museums. we will visit together the Vatican Museum Galleries and halls 2. **Cortile della Pigna** (pass by, no stop) - The Courtyard of the “Pigna”, created from the 16th-century area of the “Belvedere” 3. **Sphere within a Sphere** (pass by, no stop) - The Sphere within a Sphere" by Arnaldo Pomodoro at the Vatican Museums is a striking sculptural masterpiece that graces the Cortile della Pigna. This captivating artwork features a large bronze sphere with a textured, fractured surface, revealing a smaller sphere within. The... 4. **Galleria Delle Carte Geografiche** (5m; admission included) - The Gallery of Maps, inside the Vatican Museums, displays a stunning collection of topographical maps of Italy. Created in the 16th century under Pope Gregory XIII, these beautifully painted maps span 120 meters, offering a unique geographical snapshot of the Italy of the past. 5. **The Vatican Museums' Gallery of Tapestries showcases stunning 15th and 16th-c...** (5m; admission included) - The Vatican Museums' Gallery of Tapestries showcases stunning 15th and 16th-century tapestries, intricately woven with scenes from biblical and historical narratives. Inspired by designs from Raphael’s school, this gallery highlights the artistic sophistication and... 6. **The Gallery of the Candelabra is a part of the Vatican Museums, showcasing a ...** (pass by, no stop) - The Gallery of the Candelabra is a part of the Vatican Museums, showcasing a rich collection of Greek and Roman statues, sarcophagi, and reliefs. It is named for the grand marble candelabra that decorate it, dividing the gallery into thematic sections. Set up in the late 18th... 7. **Stanze di Raffaello** (10m; admission included) - If RENAISSANCE OPTION SELECTED: the tour will include the Rooms of Raphael. Each room offers a vibrant tableau of Renaissance ideals—harmony, intellect, faith, and history. The interplay of art and history takes visitors on an unforgettable journey through one of the most... 8. **Sistine Chapel** (30m; admission included) - 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. It is known throughout the world both for being the place where the conclave and other official ceremonies of the Pope... 9. **St. Peter's Basilica** (30m) - INCLUDED ONLY FOR OPTIONS THAT INCLUDE ST. PETER'S BASILICA: Enjoy the breathtaking Saint Peter's Basilica, shrine of Christianity and Art. You will marvel at the Priceless Pietà, by Michelangelo, and stop by the venerable tomb of Saint John Paul II & Pope Karol Wojtyla. The... 10. **La Pieta** (15m) - INCLUDED ONLY FOR OPTIONS THAT INCLUDE ST. PETER'S BASILICA: The Pietà is a work of Renaissance sculpture by Michelangelo Buonarroti, housed in St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City. It is the first of a number of works of the same theme by the artist. The statue was... 11. **INCLUDED ONLY FOR OPTIONS THAT INCLUDE ST** (5m; admission included) - PETER'S BASILICA: The Baldachin in St. Peter's Basilica is a breathtaking masterpiece of art and architecture. Designed by the renowned Baroque sculptor and architect Gian Lorenzo Bernini, it stands as a magnificent bronze canopy over the high altar of the basilica. This... 12. **St. Peter's Basilica** (30m; admission included) - IF DOME OPTION IS SELECTED: The dome of St. Peter's Basilica, a masterpiece designed by Michelangelo, stands as a defining symbol of the Vatican and Rome. As one of the largest and most iconic domes in the world, it offers breathtaking views both from the ground and its... 13. **St. Peter's Square** (15m) - INCLUDED ONLY FOR OPTIONS THAT INCLUDE ST. PETER'S BASILICA: This monumental elliptical space, enclosed by 284 Doric columns four rows deep (196m wide and 148m long), is the masterpiece of Gian Lorenzo Bernini, who laid it out during the pontificates of Alexander VII and of... ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 07:45, 08:45, 13:45 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet and greet with your guide directly on-site. The guide will be holding a sign with your name. ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - 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 - Please advise in case of mobility issues - wheelchair partly accessible - For ST. PETER'S DOME OPTION is not suitable for wheelchair users - For ST. PETER'S DOME OPTION: don’t attempt to visit the dome if you can’t physically climb steps or if you’re claustrophobic. A lift takes you some of the way, but then you still have to tackle 320 steps (and space is a bit tight in places). - St. Peter's Basilica may close at the last minute for ceremonies or masses without warning - In the case of visitors using wheelchairs and mobility scooters, please note that the Museums are partially accessible, and the Basilica won't be included - St Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel are subject to last-minute closures for religious ceremonies. When this occurs, we're happy to offer customers an extended tour of the Vatican Museums. While we endeavor to inform our guests ahead of time about any planned disruptions to the opening hours, this is not always possible. In these cases, we are unable to provide refunds or discounts - A current valid passport or ID document is required on the day of the tour for children under 18 years old as proof of their age - All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security - Please review the confirmation message that we send one day prior to the tour date, which confirms the final details of the service - 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. - For ST. PETER'S DOME OPTION: not recommended for guests with mobility issues or claustrophobic ## How it compares in Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours Ranked **#27 of 145** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. 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