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Exclusive Vatican: Empty Sistine Chapel Morning or Evening Tour

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Overview

Step inside the near-empty Sistine Chapel for a memorable — and uniquely quiet — visit without the crowds. This VIP access Vatican tour is the most exclusive and unforgettable way of experiencing the Sistine Chapel with the choice to visit at sunrise or sunset. Either way, you’ll enjoy special access and avoid the crowds that pack the space during normal opening hours. Take in Michelangelo's masterpiece with your own eyes and spend two hours in the Vatican Museums in the capable hands of an expert guide. Discover some of the world’s greatest artistic treasures. Admire the extraordinary frescoes in the Raphael Rooms, the awe-inspiring Gallery of Maps, the Gallery of the Candelabras, and more.

What's Included

  • Skip the Line Tickets to Vatican Museum
  • VIP access to the Sistine Chapel
  • Expert English Speaking Art Historian Guide
  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
  • Gratuities
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What To Expect

Vatican Museums

Whether you choose before the doors officially open or after the day visitors have left, step into the heart of the Vatican’s artistic wonder and explore the Museums at its most peaceful. With your expert guide marvel at the vivid detail of the Gallery of Maps, the opulence of the Gallery of Candelabras, and the intricate tapestries woven centuries ago. Stand beneath the frescoed ceilings of the Raphael Rooms and discover ancient sculptures and treasures collected by popes through the ages. With fewer people around you, it’s easier to slow down, look up, and truly take it all in—this is the Vatican at its most awe-inspiring.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Sphere within a Sphere (Pass By)

As you move between galleries, you’ll pass through the Vatican’s Pine Courtyard—a curious, elegant space that feels like a brief step into another world. At its center stands the massive bronze pinecone by Donato Bramante, originally from ancient Rome, flanked quietly by two bronze peacocks that once adorned Emperor Hadrian’s mausoleum. Small but iconic, this open-air courtyard hints at the layers of time, symbolism, and artistry woven throughout the Vatican. It’s a momentary pause in a labyrinth of wonders—a place that leaves an impression, even in passing.
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Sistine Chapel

Step into the Sistine Chapel in near silence, with only a few other exclusive guests present. This is a rare moment—without the crowds, without the noise—where your guide can speak freely inside the chapel, sharing the meaning behind Michelangelo’s ceiling and The Last Judgment. With time to linger and space to truly look, this is not just a visit, but an experience the sacred, astonishing, and unforgettable. To stand here almost alone is something few ever do—but none ever forget and without doubt one of the best ways to see the Sistine Chapel.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
  • All guests (including children) must bring ID on the day of their tour.
  • Due to the religious nature of the Vatican, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Exclusive Vatican: Empty Sistine Chapel Morning or Evening Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Exclusive Vatican: Empty Sistine Chapel Morning or Evening Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Skip the Line Tickets to Vatican Museum.
  • VIP access to the Sistine Chapel.
  • Expert English Speaking Art Historian Guide.
  • Guided Tour in the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Outside Opening Hours.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off.
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Exclusive Vatican: Empty Sistine Chapel Morning or Evening Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Exclusive Vatican: Empty Sistine Chapel Morning or Evening Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Skip the Line Tickets to Vatican Museum
  • VIP access to the Sistine Chapel
  • Expert English Speaking Art Historian Guide
  • Guided Tour in the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Outside Opening Hours
  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour is in English.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
  • All guests (including children) must bring ID on the day of their tour.
  • Due to the religious nature of the Vatican, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.
  • Walks Tours is an Accredited Tour Operator with an official ticketing agreement with the Vatican Museums.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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