VIP Tour of Vatican City and the Sistine Chapel

Discover the magnificence of Vatican City and its glorious Museums on this VIP tour that includes the Sistine Chapel.

During this in-depth spiritual tour of the Vatican, your private guide will give you a comprehensive understanding of the prestigious collections of the Vatican Museums, allowing you to discover the secrets of this special place.

Our private tour will begin with a general introduction, followed by a visit to the Vatican’s Pio-Clementino Museum where you can admire one of Rome’s best collections of ancient Greek and Roman statues. You will then visit the many galleries and halls of the Vatican, each boasting numerous masterpieces, including the Carriages Rooms, Borgia Apartments and Raffaello’s Rooms.

After discovering the delights of the Museums, your guide will take you to the sublime Sistine Chapel, giving you plenty of time to admire Michelangelo’s frescoes in all their glory. The finale of the tour is an exploration of St Peter’s Square, with access to St Peter’s Basilica, a treasure trove of precious works of art, including Pietà by Michelangelo.

This tour includes:     Private guide     –     Entry tickets     –     Optional hotel pick-up/drop-off (fee applies)

About Vatican City

Vatican City is the official residence of the Pope and the world’s smallest sovereign state. It has one of the richest art collections in the world, which you will find in its numerous galleries and halls of the Museums. Vatican City is home to the sublime Sistine Chapel, which was built between 1473 and 1481 under the watch of Pope Sixtus IV and whose ceiling was famously painted by Michelangelo – it is one of the city’s most important attractions. However, the cityscape of Vatican City is dominated by St Peter’s Square and St Peter’s Basilica. The church was built in a Renaissance style and was first opened in 1626. Inside, you’ll find some glorious works of art, including Pietà by Michelangelo.