• Vatican Museums - Indulge in a personalized private tour of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica. Discover hidden treasures within the museums and explore rooms that are always closed to the public. Your guide will meet you at your hotel for pick-up, and you’ll travel together to the Vatican Museums. Enjoy fast-track entry to the renowned Vatican museum complex, featuring galleries filled with an impressive array of artwork and masterpieces from ancient times to the present.

During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to view one of the world’s finest collections of sculptures, carvings, frescoes, and paintings. Delight in the stunning Belvedere Courtyard and wander through the most fascinating rooms and galleries of the museum complex. Admire the famous Laocoön and the Belvedere Torso at the sculpture museum, highly esteemed by Michelangelo and other Renaissance artists.

• Cortile della Pigna - The Cortile della Pigna, or “Court of the Pine Cone,” is a peaceful courtyard within Vatican City, named after a massive bronze pine cone dating back to Ancient Rome. This pine cone, once a fountain, serves as the courtyard’s centerpiece, symbolizing enlightenment and eternal life. Nestled between the Vatican Museums’ Belvedere Palace and the Apostolic Palace, the courtyard embodies the Renaissance spirit, blending art, nature, and history in a tranquil setting.
• Sphere within a Sphere - Created by Arnaldo Pomodoro, the ‘Sphere within a Sphere’ in the Vatican is a mesmerizing bronze sculpture featuring a large golden sphere with a smaller, intricately detailed sphere inside. Symbolic and enigmatic, it encourages reflection on themes of life’s cyclical nature and the universe’s interconnectedness. The play of light on its surfaces adds dynamic dimensions to this thought-provoking piece.
• Gallery of Tapestries - The Vatican Museums’ Gallery of Tapestries presents exquisite 15th and 16th-century tapestries, intricately woven with scenes from biblical and historical narratives. Inspired by designs from Raphael’s school, this gallery showcases the artistic sophistication and storytelling of the Renaissance.
• Gallery Of The Maps - The Gallery of Maps, located within the Vatican Museums, features a remarkable collection of topographical maps of Italy. Created in the 16th century under Pope Gregory XIII, these beautifully painted maps stretch 120 meters, offering a unique geographical snapshot of historical Italy.
• Gallery of the Candelabra - Part of the Vatican Museums, the Gallery of the Candelabra displays a rich collection of Greek and Roman statues, sarcophagi, and reliefs. Named for the grand marble candelabra that adorn it, the gallery is divided into thematic sections. Established in the late 18th century, it combines ancient art with stunning architectural details, providing visitors with a journey through history and beauty.
• Sistine Chapel - The Sistine Chapel is named after Pope Sixtus IV della Rovere (pontiff from 1471 to 1484), who restored the old Cappella Magna between 1477 and 1480. It is globally renowned for hosting the conclave and other official papal ceremonies (including past papal coronations) and for being adorned with one of the most famous and celebrated works of art in history—the frescoes by Michelangelo.
• St. Peter’s Basilica - Experience the awe-inspiring Saint Peter’s Basilica, a shrine of Christianity and art. Marvel at Michelangelo’s priceless Pietà and visit the revered tomb of Saint John Paul II & Pope Karol Wojtyla.
• St. Peter’s Baldachin - The Baldachin in St. Peter’s Basilica is a stunning masterpiece of art and architecture. Designed by the esteemed Baroque sculptor and architect Gian Lorenzo Bernini, it stands as a magnificent bronze canopy over the basilica’s high altar. This ornate structure, adorned with intricate details and towering over 90 feet tall, symbolizes the grandeur of the Catholic Church and serves as a focal point of the basilica’s interior. It is a true marvel that captivates visitors with its beauty and historical significance.
• La Pieta - The Pietà (1498–1499) is a Renaissance sculpture by Michelangelo Buonarroti, located in St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City.
• St. Peter’s Square - This monumental elliptical space, enclosed by 284 Doric columns in four rows (196m wide and 148m long), is the masterpiece of Gian Lorenzo Bernini, designed during the pontificates of Alexander VII and Clement IX.

• Skip the Line Tickets
• Shortcut to St. Peter’s Basilica (free access)
• Visit to the Sistine Chapel
• Access to the Pinacoteca Art Gallery
• Professional Licensed Blue Badge Tour Guide for A Private Walking Tour
• Pick-up and Drop-off included (LUXURY Option)
• Pick-up included (COMFORT Option)

• Food & Beverage

Embark on this exclusive 4-hour tour of the Vatican Museums and its Hidden Gems for an unforgettable journey through art, history, and spirituality.
With your personal storyteller delight in the world’s most celebrated masterpieces, including the iconic Sistine Chapel with its world-known frescos by Michelangelo and the fine Galleries, while also exploring the hidden, lesser-known chambers of the Pinacoteca, with exquisite works by Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci, and Caravaggio. For art enthusiasts, this is a rare opportunity that must not be missed.
Admire captivating architecture and a vast collection of classical sculptures, then seamlessly transition into St. Peter’s Basilica without queues. Stand in awe of Michelangelo’s Pieta and the Bernini canopy.
End your tour in the heart of Vatican City, St. Peter’s Square, encircled by its iconic colonnades.

Enhance your experience and make it as smooth and comfortable by selecting our Luxury Option with pick-up and drop-off service.

• Dress appropriately for worship places and museums; no shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Cover knees and shoulders for both genders to avoid entry issues.
• Please notify us of mobility issues or disabilities.
• Allow at least 20 minutes for monument/attraction security checks.
• Timings and reservations may vary and are subject to last-minute changes.
• Wheelchair users note partial museum accessibility; Basilica not included.
• St. Peter’s Basilica and Sistine Chapel may close last-minute for ceremonies; extended Vatican Museums tour offered in such cases.
• Children under 18 require a valid passport or ID for age verification on the tour day.
• Please review the confirmation message sent one day before the tour for final details.
• Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration or closed due to extraordinary celebrations. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes
• Wear comfortable shoes for moderate walking during the tour.
• 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 a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.