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Private Vatican Highlights Tour - Skip The Line

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We are proud to offer the least expensive Private Vatican Highlights Tour available! You will visit all of the must sees of the

Vatican Museums,

Sistine Chapel and

St. Peter's Basilica on this 3 hour tour. Book with us and we assure you of "great fist class service with an exciting guide" who you can understand your needs.

As this is truly a one-of-a-lifetime experience, its best to have a

Private Vatican Tour so that you are not being rushed by a group tour and so that you can explore at your own pace.

With more then 2000 years of Art, History and Religion, there is no better way to explore the Vatican than with our professional English speaking private guides.

What's Included

  • Private tour
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Local taxes
  • Combined Vatican Museums + St. Peter's Basilica entrance fee
  • Free - Under 6 years
  • Radio Headsets - Compulsory after 5 people (rental fee of €3/person)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via Tunisi
00192 Roma RM, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Piazza San Pietro
00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

The tour will end at St. Peter's Basilica.

What To Expect

Vatican Museums

We first visit the largest collection in the world, the Vatican Museums. In these museums we will see the Gallery of the Maps, Tapestries, Old Papal Apartments and the Rooms of Raffaele.
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1 hour 40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sistine Chapel

Once in the Sistine Chapel we get to enjoy the fruit of Michelangelo's intensive labor. Mainly the 'Creation of Man' on the ceiling, and the 'Last Judgement' on the alter wall.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Peter's Basilica

Once in the Basilica we will get the chance to see the tombs of past Pope's, Michelangelo's Pieta, the central alter and baldachino designed by the famous architect Bramante. No visit to the Basilica would be complete without looking into the awe-inspiring dome, also built by Michelangelo.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Peter's Square

The tour will finish looking over St Peter's Square with a full explanation of the piazza, the special markings throughout it, and the saints and martyrs looking over it.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • St Peter's Basilica is a holy place of worship and it is not subject to the rules of the Vatican Museums. The Basilica can often close with little or no notice due to religious events and in this case the tour will conclude in the Sistine Chapel.
  • All youth / students aged 18-25 years must present a valid photo student ID and document with date of birth. Students below the age of 18 will only be asked to show proof of age. If you do not arrive with the proper documents, the Vatican will not honour the reservation and a new full price ticket must be purchased.
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Vatican Highlights Tour – Skip The Line?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Private tour
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Local taxes
  • Professional guide
  • Combined Vatican Museums + St. Peter's Basilica entrance fee
  • Free - Under 6 years
  • Radio Headsets - Compulsory after 5 people (rental fee of €3/person)
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Entrance fees - Payable directly to the guide on the day of the tour.

Additional Info

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  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • St Peter's Basilica is a holy place of worship and it is not subject to the rules of the Vatican Museums. The Basilica can often close with little or no notice due to religious events and in this case the tour will conclude in the Sistine Chapel.
  • All youth / students aged 18-25 years must present a valid photo student ID and document with date of birth. Students below the age of 18 will only be asked to show proof of age. If you do not arrive with the proper documents, the Vatican will not honour the reservation and a new full price ticket must be purchased.
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved.

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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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