Private Tour
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
This tour is for those who want to explore the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel at their own pace. Whether you are looking for something specific or just want to see the highlights, this private excursion lets you choose what you see.
The Vatican Museum boasts over 4 miles of Art, and a whopping 20,000 works on display, the Vatican Museums make up an impressive assemblage.
The Sistine Chapel is an impressive sanctuary boasts works by master painters like Perugino, Pinturicchio, Ghirlandaio, Rosselli, Botticelli, Signorelli, della Gatta and, of course, Michelangelo.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR CLIENTS BOOKING FROM 30th APRIL TO 09th MAY 2025 Due to the extraordinary situation surrounding the passing of Pope Francis, and the event of the conclave to decide the next Pope. The tour will still be operating as planned but the Sistine chapel will likely be closed as the Cardinals will be meeting to elect the next Pope. The tour will still be a skip the line visit of both the Vatican museums and St. Peter's Basilica as originally planned. In these exceptional circumstances please accept our sincere apologies for the inconvenience. We hope that you will still have a fantastic visit and this will truly be a unique experience and a historic moment to visit. We hope on the day of your visit to see the white smoke and for you to be able to join the celebrations for the newly elected pope! If you wish to continue with your tour, you will not need to do anything and we hope to make this a very special and memorable experience for you.
If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
Due to the Jubilee, some monuments or areas may be under restoration and subject to last minute closures. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
If you purchase a reduced ticket and you are not under 16 years old or a student under 26 years old with a valid student photo ID, the Vatican will deny your entry and you will not be able to visit the Vatican or join the tour.
Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women to enter the Sistine Chapel.
Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair. Please be aware that large oversized bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction.
It is not possible to contact guides when they are inside the Vatican museums, it is the clients responsibility to stay with the guided tour group, if you lose your guide inside the Vatican, there is nothing we can do in this case.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Expert Official Vatican Licensed Tour Guide
Skip the Line Private Tour
Pick-Up & Drop-Off
Food & Drink
Vatican Museums
Spend time seeing the highlights of the Vatican Museums collection
Sistine Chapel
View the marvelous Sistine Chapel ceiling
PRIVATE ENGLISH AFTERNOON: PRIVATE ENGLISH VATICAN & SISTINE CHAPEL AFTERNOON
308 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
JillMarie W,
Mar 22, 2025
- Viator
My 18 year old son and I visited Rome for spring break and we both thoroughly enjoyed this tour! Our guide, Debra, was so knowledgeable and well respected within the museums. I have visited before on a tour and I felt I learned so much more on this tour due to our thoughtful guide. I felt like we got the best tour of anyone who visited that day.
Fabio F,
Jan 2, 2025
- Viator
Arnaldo our Tour Guide was Super!!! Very intelligent, knowledgeable, friendly and experienced. My wife, daughter (12) and I learnt a lot. My youngest daughter (5) as you'd expect wasn't really interested but Arnaldo was very understanding with her and tried to include her anyway. Great experience :)
Jessica E,
Oct 28, 2024
- Viator
Debra was one of the highlights of our trip to Rome. She made us feel so comfortable and like VIPs for the day! You can tell she LOVES what she does and the amount of knowledge she has is insane! Thank you for the best day Debra !!!
Daniel R,
Aug 2, 2024
- Viator
Absolutely wonderful experience!! Our guide Vanessa was awesome from beginning to end. We purposely booked a private tour so that we would have a more personal and detailed experience. We were very pleased.
Jeffrey L,
Jun 17, 2024
- Viator
My family (kids 8 & 11, grandparents) took this tour with Debora and had a great time. It's a fairly long tour, but the time goes by quickly because Debora was a top notch guide. She kept it interesting, taught us lots of interesting history/facts, and kept the kids engaged. She also knew half the staff there, it's clear she's a true pro. We felt lucky to be matched with her, we whole-heartedly recommend.
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