PRIVATE

Private Tour of Vatican City Including St. Peter's Basilica, Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums & Map Galleries

Tour Code TUR-01729

Duration —

Group Type Private

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Meeting Point Caffe Vaticano

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Overview

Our Private Walking Tour of Vatican City is a unique experience that will bring the history of Vatican City to life. The tour the includes skip the line tickets and over three hours inside the Vatican with one of our best local guides in Rome who has been a part of the Italy Vacation Specialists team of passionate experts for over ten years.

Meeting in the morning, outside of the Vatican's gates at a small coffee shop, we bypass the long lines that can stretch for hours at each site during high season.

After having met our guide, we begin an, unhurried exploration of the world’s most fascinating independent state, for those that want a truly complete Vatican experience.

This experience goes beyond the ordinary, to give you unparalleled insight into the Vatican City.

From the Sistine Chapel and Raphael Rooms to incredible ancient sculptures you may never have heard of, our route through the Vatican Museums there are numerous artistic and historic treasures you will discover, our guide will bring to life.

No doubt, one of the highlights is Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel which your guide will have explained the stories and secrets behind the paintings; what they mean and why they’re so renowned.

For a Full List of Sites We Visit on this Tour, See the Complete List Below:

Vatican Museums
Sistine Chapel
St. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Square
Raphael Rooms
Apollo Belvedere & Laocoön & His Sons
Pinecone Courtyard
Gallery of the Candelabra
Gallery of the Maps
Gallery of the Tapestries

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

English speaking professional tour guide
Sistine Chapel & St. Peter`s Basilica
Skip the line Entrance tickets included
Specialized and Personal Service

What's Not Included

Gratuities of any type
Hotel pickup and dropoff

Pricing & Availability

Please contact us today by either phone or email for assistance with this booking.

Email: team@italyvacationspecialists.com
Toll Free: 1-866-779-2565

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