Private Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica Early Bird Tour

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Description

Summary

Starts
Caffè Vaticano
Duration
3 Hrs. 30 Min.
Languages
German, English, Italian, French, and Spanish
Difficulty
Easy
Admission
Mobile ticket

Description

Enhance your travel experience with this Private Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica Early Bird Tour. Embark on a journey through time and immerse yourself in the rich historical heritage of Italy with a unique historical tour, offering an unforgettable exploration of the past.

Travelers who have booked this historical tour before have rated their experience an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars in 851 reviews. The entire cultural tour lasts around 3 hours 30 minutes.

Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply seeking a memorable adventure, the tour offers the opportunity to experience Vatican Museums (Musei Vaticani), Sistine Chapel (Cappella Sistina), and St. Peter's Basilica (Basilica di San Pietro) up close.

Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable expert will guide you, offering valuable insights and information. The activity is offered in 5 languages: German, English, Italian, French, and Spanish.

The starting point for this historical tour is located in Rome. The exact address is viale, Viale Vaticano, 100, 00192 Roma RM, Italy. The endpoint of the tour is located at Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City.

Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 10 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.

The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Elevate your visit in Rome by reserving a spot for this captivating journey through time in Italy. Select your date and secure an extraordinary experience before it gets fully booked!

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Included

LUXURY OPTION - Private hotel pick-up and drop-off service (from/to centrally located locations)
LUXURY/COMFORT Options - Meet and greet with the guide at your accommodation (if centrally located)
LUXURY/COMFORT Options - Private hotel pick-up service (from centrally located locations)
Professional Licensed Blue Badge Tour Guide for A Private Walking Tour
Shortcut to St. Peter's Basilica
Tickets to the Vatican Museums
Visit to the Sistine Chapel

Destinations

Aerial panoramic cityscape of Rome, Italy, Europe. Roma is the capital of Italy. Cityscape of Rome in summer. Rome roofs view with ancient architecture in Italy. Rome
Vatican City

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Attractions

Vatican Museums, Vatican CityVatican Museums
St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican CitySt Peter's Basilica

Options

Early Morning Luxury Option
Transfers included: Private walking tour with private pick-up and drop-off service
Pickup included
Early Morning Basic Option
Transfers not included: Private Walking Tour with meet and greet on site
Early Morning Comfort Option
Pickup Included
Pickup included

Good to know

Allow at least 20 minutes for security checks at monuments/attractions.
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
Please review the confirmation message sent one day before the tour for final details.
Children under 18 require a valid passport or ID for age verification on the day of the tour.
Possible last-minute closures of St. Peter’s Basilica and Sistine Chapel for religious ceremonies; no refunds for unplanned disruptions.
Comfortable footwear recommended for moderate walking during the tour.
Museums partially accessible for visitors using wheelchairs; St. Peter's Basilica will not be included.
Please notify us of any mobility issues or disabilities.
Timings and reservations subject to availability and administrative decisions; may undergo last-minute changes.
St. Peter's Basilica excluded on Wednesdays due to the Papal Audience.
Dress code: Modest attire required for places of worship and selected museums; no shorts or sleeveless tops allowed, cover knees and shoulders for both men and women to avoid entry refusal.
Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible

Verified reviews

4.9
851 reviews
All languages
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Mike_H

Amazing!

Very knowledgeable and friendly. The skip the line portion also allowed quicker entry into Sistine Chapel and the Basilica. Worth it.

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sarler

Amazing!

I took my daughter on the Early Bird Vatican tour as she needed a wheelchair and the more room the better. Without Gianluca, this visit would have been A) impossible and B) half as informative. It is true there are lifts at the Vatican for wheelchairs, but many of them are hidden, his knowledge was essential to get around. He was also filled with fascinating knowledge at every turn, you would think he had been born in the Vatican museum! If we come back soon we will be asking him to take us somewhere else. Thank you for an amazing experience.

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Claire_L

Amazing!

We had a fantastic time. Pamela our guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Would highly recommend this tour.

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Rett_R

Amazing!

Amazing experience and our guide was fantastic! Well worth the money as we got right in before most of the crowds and skipped lines into the Sistine Chapel.

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Judd_L

Amazing!

We had an excellent tour with our guide Silvia. The early entry made for light crowds throughout the tour. And, Silvia’s knowledge of the history and art made the experience much more enriching. Would highly recommend.

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Sylvie_K

Amazing!

Touring the Vatican with Mirta has been the highlight of our time in Rome. She brought the art, architecture and history to life, and kept us (including our teenage boys) engaged for 3 hours. Can’t say enough about how amazing she is…interesting, funny, witty, and full of knowledge! Thank you for making our visit so special & memorable!!

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Alison S

Amazing!

A really excellent tour. Our guide Emmi was extremely well informed, enthusiastic and covered an immense amount of material brilliantly. The short cut routes on the private tour are invaluable when everything is crowded. It also really helps when your guide is knowledgeable and can focus on interesting pieces and stories. A phenomenal experience.

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Gustavo_V

Amazing!

This private tour delivered a memorable experience for all of us. Our guide Michaela arrived in time and had a wonderful energy and knowledge. Her explanation of La Capella Sistina was superb and so meaningful allowing me to understand better what we were about to experience. All the tour itself was well explained and meaningful. We were able to cross the open door for the Jubilee and even experience the special ambience of the occasion. The tour is worth its value.

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Julia_L

Amazing!

Our guide was incredible. Knew everything! Amazing tour!! We saw everything that we could see and felt completely comfortable asking questions.

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Lauren_M

Amazing!

We had the best time and truly felt like VIPs. If you want to experience the Vatican without crowds and get a behind the scenes view this is well worth it.

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