Private Tour

Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Rome Guided Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Meet your guide and set out towards the Vatican Museums to begin your tour. Skip the ticket line and head inside after a short security check. Then, begin exploring the treasures housed here.

See the Gallery of Maps, the Raphael Rooms, the Collection of Modern and Contemporary Art, and more. As you walk, learn about the art and artifacts you'll see from your knowledgeable guide.

Then, discover Michaelangelo's masterpiece as you step inside the Sistine Chapel. Marvel at the famous ceiling frescoes, including "The Creation of Adam" and "The Last Judgement".

Discover the Sistine Chapel's architectural importance as one of the most renowned works of Renaissance architecture and see the masterpieces of Renaissance and Baroque art housed here.

Leave your tour with a deeper understanding of the cultural and religious importance of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Skip-the-line Tickets

2 hours guided tour

Accredited Vatican Official English speaking Guide

Food and Beverage

Transport to meeting point

What To Expect

Vatican Museums

Before stepping into the world-renowned Sistine Chapel, your expert guide will take you through other must-see sections of the Vatican Museums, preparing you for an unforgettable experience: Raphael Rooms: Here, you must admire the famous School of Athens and other masterpieces by Raphael. Your guide will explain the profound meaning behind these works and their connection to the Renaissance. Pio-Clementine Museum: Dive into antiquity with legendary sculptures such as the Laocoön and the Apollo of Belvedere. The guide will tell you the history of these statues, which are considered masterpieces of classical art. Gallery of Maps: An intriguing space where you can see detailed topographical maps from the 16th century, offering insight into how the world was perceived centuries ago.

2 hours • Admission Included

Sistine Chapel

Here you can stop to admire the amazing artwork of Leonardo Da Vinci, who recreated one of the most astonishing bible painting in history.

Admission Not Applicable

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Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel Rome Guided Tour

Reviews

4.17

6 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Definitely get skip the lines and guided tours! You won't regret it.
RyanLeslie S,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
These days the sights are so crowded that a skip the line ticket is necessary and a guided tour instead of an experience is vital in my opinion. It's nice to be able to skip the long lines but having a guide is even better. We loved our guide. He knew so much and we learned a lot. He was easy to understand and was just right with the information he shared making it so that we didn't feel overwhelmed when we left. The museums and chapel are stunning and there are no words for St Peter's Basilica which can be an option following the tour. The Basilica is incredible and possibly our favorite in Rome.
Amazing, awe inspiring, magnificent
Pete N,
Oct 16, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
The Vatican museum and the guide Mauritzio’s Knowledge and also his wit. The Sistine chapel was breathtaking.
An Engaging Tour with a Friendly Guide
Rudi D,
Oct 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
The tour guide Maurizio was incredibly welcoming and provided a wealth of information. The tour itself was fantastic. Overall, it was an amazing experience.
A Guide with Deep Insights and Attention to Detail
steven m,
Oct 8, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
The guide was fantastic, providing detailed insights into what we should pay attention to and demonstrating a deep understanding of the stories and history behind everything we saw.
The tour company is a scam
Elizabeth K,
Oct 6, 2024
- Review from Viator
1.00
When we arrived at the meeting area, the tour company didn’t get us into the venue. They cut into a very long line and left us to be yelled at by everyone. It was a scam.
A bit rushed
Eric B,
Jul 19, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00
Due to a glitch somewhere in the system, the tour company did not know we were coming (despite having reserved the tour almost a week in advance). They were able to accommodate us in the end but it did cause some confusion. Our tour guide was quite knowledgeable on the Vatican and the museums, but the time allowed was too short. As we walked down the long corridors of thd museum, there was not enough time to really stop and look at the artifacts on display.