Explore the Vatican Museums with a private guide on this 2-hour VIP tour. You'll see the museums' renowned collection of works by artists including Michelangelo, Raphael, and Botticelli, and learn about the history and influence of the Vatican from a Blue Badge guide. Entrance fees, private access and hotel pickup are included.
Hotel pickup included
VIP tour of the Vatican Museums
See the Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps, and the Sistine Chapel
Admire paintings by Raphael and frescoes by Michelangelo
Learn about the Vatican from a private guide
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Hotel pick-up and drop-off (centrally located hotels)
Blue Badge Guide (Professional Art Historian Guide)
Admission Tickets
Private transport by Mercedes E-Class or Mercedes Viano
Private VIP Vatican Museums Access
Exclusions
Gratuities (optional)
Departure & Return
Departure point
Centrally located hotels or your preferred accommodation within Rome's City Center (Aurelian walls)For customers that do not not prefer hotel pickup, you can meet at the Eyes of Rome, our centrally located office
Departure Time
4:30pm
Return Details
Original departure point
What To Expect
Your private-access tour begins with hotel pickup within Rome's historical center. With your private guide, enter the Vatican Museums for a journey through some of the most valuable art in the world. As you walk through the various rooms and galleries, marvel at the enormous collection of paintings, sculptures, carvings, and frescoes. See art by Perugino, Raphael, Michelangelo, and Botticelli, and check out the ancient Laocoön and His Sons statue. As you wander through the Octagonal Courtyard, the Gallery of the Candelabra, the Gallery of Tapestries, the Gallery of Maps, and the Raphael Rooms, feel free to ask your guide any questions you have. Finally, enter the Sistine Chapel, and hear about the symbolism of Michelangelo's famous frescoes. As you stand in the chapel, you may take time to meditate, think, pray, or do what feels right in this holy room - an activity originally reserved for Renaissance masters and clergy. You'll exit the museums by walking through the Vatican Library and down the double spiral staircase. Your tour then ends with drop-off at your hotel or preferred location in the city center.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
A minimum of 2Â people per booking is required
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and select museums, please see voucher for more details
Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking
A moderate amount of walking is involved
Food and drinks are not allowed inside each attraction
Pictures are strictly forbidden inside the Sistine Chapel
Adult pricing applies to all travelers
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.