Private Tour
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
This Exclusive Vatican Evening Private Tour will give you an After Hours experience of one of the most popular tourist attractions in the whole world. Avoid the summer heat, long lines and crowded noisy hallways and allow yourself to appreciate and experience the Vatican and Sistine Chapel to their fullest potential. Our 3 hour experience includes skip-the-line access, and your very own private group. Your expert tour guide is sure to give you a more intimate experience, along with a chance for you to interact with and ask all the questions you wish, go at your own pace, and have closer access to sites.
The tour ends at the Sistine Chapel.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Places of worship have strict dress code requirements for entry. All participants are required to have shoulders and knees covered (no tank tops or short dresses) to enter.
There is no flash photography allowed on this tour, and all photography is forbidden inside the Sistine Chapel.
Please be aware that the Sistine Chapel is a Holy Place and talking during your visit inside is strictly forbidden, therefore your guide will give you an explanation of the Sistine Chapel beforehand during your tour, in order to give you a comprehensive explanation before entering the chapel.
Backpacks are not permitted in the Museum.
Everyone in your group, regardless of age, needs a government issued ID to enter the Vatican Museums.
Guests with mobility concerns should contact the supplier as soon as possible, as the itinerary may need to be adjusted to accommodate specific needs.
IMPORTANT: Please advise our team if you believe that a disability qualifies you for complimentary access to the Vatican
Offered in: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian. Please specify under “Additional notes” if you wish to book the tour in a language other than English.
From January 12 through March 31, the Vatican Museums will be carrying out special conservation work on Michelangelo’s Last Judgment inside the Sistine Chapel. During this time, a scaffolding structure will cover the entire Last Judgment wall. The Sistine Chapel will remain open and fully accessible, but this specific artwork will not be visible during the restoration period. Thank you for your understanding as this masterpiece receives important care.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Vatican Museums
This Exclusive Private tour of the Vatican Museums at Night is a great way to beat the crowds and the heat, and see Vatican masterpieces from a different light, in a soft, romantic evening glow. In the luxury of your very own Private Group you will enjoy the privilege of touring the Vatican grounds in an intimate and personalised way. Enjoy skip the line entry to the museums and explore his vast wonders after the heat and bustle of the daytime crowds has gone. See the Gallery of Maps, the Hall of Animals, the Gallery of Tapestries, the Pinecone Courtyard, Raphael's Rooms and SO much more! Your head is sure to spin with all the incredible Art you will see!
Sistine Chapel
Of course this wonderful Vatican tour includes access to the incredible Sistine Chapel. Although it is true there is something to be said for the early morning light in the Sistine Chapel, we believe there is even more to be said about its magical evening glow. Rome is famous for its “golden hour” which is that fleeting, enchanted moment just before dusk when the city seems to turn to Pure Gold. From January 12 through March 31, the Vatican Museums will be carrying out special conservation work on Michelangelo’s Last Judgment inside the Sistine Chapel. During this time, a scaffolding structure will cover the entire Last Judgment wall. The Sistine Chapel will remain open and fully accessible, but this specific artwork will not be visible during the restoration period. Thank you for your understanding as this masterpiece receives important care.
Belvedere Torso
Pinecone courtyard
Berninis bronze canopy
Octagonal courtyard
Private, Professional and Local Tour Guide
Extensive Tour of the Vatican Museums at your very own pace in your private group
Ancient Apollo statue
Admire the Sistine Chapel in the enchanted lighting of the evening hours
Gallery of maps
Raphael rooms
Ancient Laocoon statue
Skip the Line Exclusive Entry into the Vatican After Hours
"The School Of Athens" masterpiece
Food and Drink
Gratuities
Hotel Pick up and Drop Off
127 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Mary J,Apr 4, 2026
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Wonderful, great tour with Lety.
joeoU2087SZ,Apr 4, 2026
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Massimo was awesome.Very knowledgeable.He made so enjoyable and fun.Highly recommended him
tomlV2622BN,Mar 30, 2026
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Vatican with family. Great experience with Claudia!
Tourist02673238483,Mar 28, 2026
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We enjoyed the semi-private Sistine Chapel tour with Selenia. Her passion and knowledge were infectious and she was a great teacher. Highly recommend this tour!
Darlene C,Mar 28, 2026
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Wonderful tour. So much information but explained in ways I will remember. Loved the time listening to Roberta and her wide range of knowledge.
Michael P,Mar 26, 2026
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Really enjoyed the time with Selenia. Private tour is definitely the way to go with 11 year old son. Able to determine the pace and adjust as you go along and tailor it to our interests. Just too much stuff to see and you really need a guide to understand where to spend your time and the details behind the different rooms and the most important pieces.
R3553HYlaurenp,Mar 14, 2026
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Claudia was phenomenal- so knowledge, patient and engaging with our kids. We had a blast on the tour. Exceeded expectations. Thank you!
Ron - Julie S,Mar 12, 2026
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perfecto!!! personal insightful extremely informative and helpful in everyway!









409rm409,Mar 9, 2026
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Review: We truly enjoyed our Vatican tour this evening with Oksana as our guide. She was fantastic, blending a strong mix of knowledge, enthusiasm, and awareness of our group’s needs. She thoughtfully tailored her explanations, ensuring the younger children stayed engaged and could easily follow along, while also sharing meaningful insights for the adults. Thanks to her guidance, we uncovered many fascinating details and artworks that might have gone unnoticed if left on our own. The children remained captivated throughout, and everyone in the family appreciated Oksana’s friendly, informative approach. She made the evening both educational and memorable. We’re already excited to return and would happily recommend Oksana and LivTours to others. Thank you f
Go63164471118,Mar 6, 2026
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We were part of a small group of six, looked after by the fantastic Sabrina, our Liv Tour Guide. She was so knowledgeable about the Vatican, Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Basilica. We had a wonderful time and thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Sabrina’s English was excellent and she ensured we saw all the key highlights during our 3 hour tour. Highly recommend Liv Tours and Sabrina.
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