Highlights of the Vatican
This private tour is for those who wish to see the highlights of the Vatican museum, the important ancient statues that give life to Renaissance art, you will then walk through the three main galleries of museum to see the famous tapestries and map room before entering The Sistine Chapel that is the highlight of the tour. Your private guide will explain in detail the work and study of the master Michelangelo to create this magnificent ceiling. The tour ends with St Peter’s Basilica where you will explore the glorious baroque art and Michelangelo’s Pieta and end in St Peter’s Square for the last of many picture moments.
Please note: The Basilica of St Peter’s might close for last minute ceremonies or mass. We will try to inform you on time but it is not always possible. In this case we will decrease the price.
Duration: 3 hours.
Availability: Everyday except Sunday when the sites remain closed.
Suggested: at 10 am or 2 pm.
Meeting Point: The guide will meet you opposite the entrance to the Vatican museums, in front of Cafe Vaticano (Address: Viale Vaticano, 100), holding a sign with their name on.
*We highly recommend for you to pre-purchase your Vatican tickets online.
At your comfort we can book them as well, please note that there will be an agency fee.
Note: Proper attire must be worn in the Vatican, shoulders and knees must be covered.
For security reason no backpacks of any size are allowed, please do not bring any.
All of our tour guides are fully-licensed guides of Rome, speak excellent English and have backgrounds in Art & History.
Goal: To provide you with an insiders view of the city; introducing you to its hidden treasures, and entertaining you with its great legacy of legends and stories that seem to resonate throughout the tours.
| 2 people | € 65 per hour |
| 4 people | € 70 per hour |
| 6 people | € 75 per hour |
| 8 people | € 80 per hour |
| 10 people | € 100 per hour |
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