Private guided tour to the Vatican Museums

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Duration: 3 hours
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Experience Highlights

Discover the architectural gems of the Catholic Church by joining this private three-hour tour of Vatican City.

You will contemplate the grandeur of Michelangelo's works in the Vatican Museums, stroll through St. Peter's Square, marvel at the imposing St. Peter's Basilica and visit the sacred Sistine Chapel, on this exclusive tour for you and your group.

  • Get to know the Vatican City, the holy seat of the Catholic Church.
  • Discover the hidden architectural gems in the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Square and St. Peter's Basilica.
  • Admire in person the original works of artists like Michelangelo

What’s included

  • Guided tour of the Vatican City
  • Private tour for you and your group
  • Approximately three-hour tour of the most emblematic places in the Vatican.
  • Admission to the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica

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Step by Step

Explore the architectural and artisticwonders of Vatican City on this three-hour tour, which will take you to the most emblematic sites of the holy seat of the Catholic Church on a guided tour, exclusively for you and your group.

An expert guide will tell you the history of sites such as the imposing St. Peter's Square, an apotheosic monument of 284 columns and 88 pilasters, among which stand more than 100 statues sculpted in honour of the saints of Catholicism, and a 25-metre high obelisk.

You will have the opportunity to enter St. Peter's Basilica, the church of choice for the pope's services. It was built between 1500 and 1600, where the remains of St. Peter the Apostle himself rest.

It has the capacity to receive about 20,000 faithful and its interior exhibits priceless works of art by artists such as Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Michelangelo.

You will see the famous Sistine Chapel, where you can admire impressive frescoes. They feature an interpretation of the book of Revelation from the Bible, with wall decorations dating back to the 15th century.

Strolling through the Vatican Museums, you will witness the art collection of the Catholic Church. It includes relics such as the Codex Vaticanus manuscripts and the Scroll of Joshua, among a wide range of works from the 1st and 2nd centuries BC that are in excellent condition.

Reviews

4.8
· 15 Reviews
  • C
    C.
    5
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    My compliments to our guide, exceptional experience with her commentary. She taught us to look at works and understand them. Highly recommended
  • T
    T.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    A great way to experience a visit to Vatican City without a doubt.
  • I
    I.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    Thanks to our guide who was able to pass on some of his knowledge of art history and to show us the beauties of this city.
  • G
    G.
    4
    (0 Reviews)
    Well-structured tour, very capable and friendly guide.
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