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Vatican Museums Tour with Sistine Chapel | Semi-Private & Private

4.7 Great 143 reviews
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3h
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English, Italian, Spanish
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Overview

Guidekin summary

The Museums and the Sistine Chapel in a semi private group or with a private guide, with headsets, tickets and fees all in, for people who want the collections without the Basilica leg. It costs €205 per person, food, pickup and tips are not included. Security checks can add a wait, and disabled visitors enter free by going straight to the entrance.

From the guide

• See Michelangelo's miraculous frescoes in the Sistine Chapel.

• Admire the masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and more.

• Travel through centuries of history.

• Explore ancient civilizations from Europe and beyond.

• Visit the Belvedere Courtyard and the Octagonal.

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 2 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

SMALL GROUP TOUR | ENGLISH

from €205 / person
Guide: English

PRIVATE TOUR

from €450 / person (for 2+ people)
Guide: Spanish, English

Schedule & Availability

Runs every day except Sun
Departures: 10 start times between 09:00 and 15:00
Available year-round

This tour runs every day except Sun, with 10 start times between 09:00 and 15:00 depending on the date. It runs year-round. 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

Headsets to hear the guide clearly.
Tour Guide
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Entrance Tickets
All taxes, fees and handling charges.

What's Not Included

Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities

Itinerary

City Rome Tours Stop 1
Meet your Tour Guide at the meeting point and enjoy a 15 minute introduction of the smallest state in the world!
10 min
Admission included
Vatican Museums Stop 2
Explore the Vatican museums with your expert guide.
2h
Admission included
Sistine Chapel Stop 3
Your professional tour guide will give you time to admire the beautiful Sistine Chapel, painted by Michelangelo.
20 min
Admission included
St. Peter's Basilica Stop 4
Enjoy free time to explore St. Peter's Basilica.
30 min
Admission included

Departure & Return

Start point

The meeting point is located a 3-minute walk from Cipro metro station and a 5-minute walk from Ottaviano metro station

End point

After your tour, you will exit on St. Peter's Square.

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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 note: All guests must go through airport-style security checks. During peak season and off-peak hours, wait times at security checkpoints can be up to 30 minutes.
  • Visitors with a disability certificate of 67% or more enter the Vatican Museums for free. If the visitor is not self-sufficient, one companion also enters for free. These free tickets cannot be booked online and do not require a reservation. Simply go directly to the Vatican Museums entrance

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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