Private Tour
Private Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica Early Bird Tour
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Are you planning your once in a life time Vatican experience? This is hands down the best Vatican Tour!
Our early bird tour options will allow you to enjoy the Vatican treasure before the crowd!
After hotel pickup, travel to the Vatican. Enjoy a fascinating tour and an interactive experience with a passionate tour guide who will animate the history of the magnificent artwork and cater to your personal interests.
During your visit, see one of the world’s finest collections of sculptures, carvings, frescoes, and paintings.
The main attractions included in the tour will be the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica ( not available on Wednesday morning due to the Papal Audience).
Don't waste your time, choose our Prime option and be among the first lucky ones to enter the Museums!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
Timings and reservations subject to availability and administrative decisions; may undergo last-minute changes.
Please notify us of any mobility issues or disabilities.
Museums partially accessible for visitors using wheelchairs; St. Peter's Basilica will not be included.
Comfortable footwear recommended for moderate walking during the tour.
Possible last-minute closures of St. Peter’s Basilica and Sistine Chapel for religious ceremonies; no refunds for unplanned disruptions.
Children under 18 require a valid passport or ID for age verification on the day of the tour.
Please review the confirmation message sent one day before the tour for final details.
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
To ensure the safety and well-being of all our guests, every reservation that includes minors (under 18) must be accompanied by at least one adult. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept bookings made exclusively by unaccompanied minors.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
LUXURY OPTION - Private hotel pick-up and drop-off service (from/to centrally located locations)
LUXURY/COMFORT Options - Private hotel pick-up service (from centrally located locations)
LUXURY Option - Meet and greet with the guide at your accommodation (if centrally located)
Tickets to the Vatican Museums
Professional Licensed Blue Badge Tour Guide for A Private Walking Tour
Shortcut to St. Peter's Basilica
Visit to the Sistine Chapel
Food and drinks
Early Morning BASIC OPTION - Transfers not included
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Vatican Museums
With our Prime Tour, we get you inside the Museums at its first access. Watch the Vatican Museum Galleries slowly come to life.
Cortile della Pigna
The Courtyard of the “Pigna”, created from the 16th century area of the “Belvedere”
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
Reviews
953 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Early Tour
Curt K,
Sep 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00Marina was excellent and very informative. Skip the line early bird is the only way to go. Getting into the Sistine Chapel before the it gets packed worth the $
Highly recommend a...
Ves W,
Sep 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00Highly recommend a personal guide. She was fantastic. Francesca (guide) was the very best. She was knowledgeable and helpful, Reminding us near every restroom. She excited me about Roman history and I was astounded by the beauty of it all. It can get warm due to crowds and time of year. It also takes a little longer and doesn’t often have seating which could be difficult for the aged or infirm.
Highly recommended
Eileen B,
Sep 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Marco gave us an incredible tour! We have been to the museum before and it felt like the first time . He was extremely knowledgeable. Excellent tour guide !! We would highly recommend the tour .
Vanessa
janet G,
Sep 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Good informative guide. Useful to skip extensive queues. Personable guide. Interesting place to visit
Only way to tour the Vatican
Joseph B,
Sep 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our Vatican tour was outstanding thanks to an incredibly knowledgeable guide. We skipped the long lines and learned fascinating details that made the experience far better than exploring on our own. The pace was perfect, and the insights truly brought the art and history to life. Highly recommend
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