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See the Vatican your way and at your own pace on our Private Vatican Tours. With your own expert guide, you’ll see the best that the Vatican Museums have to offer without the hassle of having to wait in line.
Do just that on this 3-hour walking tour, and explore the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica with incredibly customized commentary that will prove indispensable throughout your journey.
Choose to explore parts of the Vatican Museums that interest you or opt for our classic Vatican route. Our classic highlights tour visits the Sistine Chapel, the Raphael Rooms, and a diverse range of galleries covering ancient Greek and Roman sculptures, maps, tapestries, and precious relics.
Whatever you choose, rest assured that your guide will be the perfect host – well-versed in the history, art, and architecture of the Vatican and able to answer all of your questions. Experience the masterpieces of the Vatican at a higher level when you spot the little details and hear the stories behind the artworks.
Particularly entertaining at the Sistine Chapel where Michelangelo painted his personal vendettas and private jokes into The Last Judgement. From The Raphael Rooms where Sylvester Stallone makes an unexpected appearance to the intrigue of an architectural optical illusion in St Peter’s Square, this in-depth tour charts the stories behind the Vatican’s sacred sites.
Even better, the tour provides reserved access that allows you to skip all the entrance lines at the Vatican — even the priority ones. If you're looking to make the absolute most of your time at the Vatican, this tour is the one for you.
