VIP Vatican Breakfast and Guided Tour with Sistine Chapel Access
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Embark on an extraordinary journey at the Vatican with this morning tour that includes an American-style breakfast inside the Vatican's Courtyard. You’ll explore the Vatican Museums before they open to the general public so you can admire famous sights like the Sistine Chapel in a more intimate atmosphere before finishing with skip-the-line access to St Peter’s Basilica through a reserved entrance.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please note that this tour is only available up to 60 days in advance, due to the nature of the tickets. We recommend booking early to avoid disappointment!
Saint Peter’s Basilica is subject to last-minute closures for religious ceremonies. When this occurs, we're happy to offer customers an extended tour of the Vatican Museums. While we endeavour to tell tour groups ahead of time if there are any planned disruptions to the Basilica's opening hours, this is not always possible and in these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts.
On Wednesdays, due to the Papal Audiences, access to St Peter's Basilica is not possible in the morning.
* Please note all participant names and date of birth are required at the time of booking in order to join this tour. If we do not receive this information, we will cancel the booking. Every customer is required to carry a valid ID that matches the name on the ticket, or an entry will be refused. Name changes are not permitted once the booking is confirmed.
* Please be advised that this tour option is non-refundable, with no cancellations or date changes allowed due to pre-purchased tickets. It is mandatory to bring a valid ID or Passport for security checks, and entry will not be granted without proper documentation.
A dress code is required to enter to the museums. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Vatican City
With our Early Entrance into the Vatican, you’ll explore the Vatican Museums before they open to the general public so you can admire the Sistine Chapel in a more intimate atmosphere before finishing with skip-the-line access to St Peter’s Basilica through a reserved entrance.
Cortile della Pigna
Begin with an American-style breakfast in the Vatican's Courtyard among the majestic views of the Vatican with unparalleled serenity before the public is allowed inside.
What‘s Included
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Professional English-speaking guide
Priority Entrance to the Vatican Museums & St Peter's Basilica
Group of 20 people or less
Guided tour of Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica (Introduction)
Buffet breakfast inside the Vatican Museums
Gratuities
St Peter's Basilica on Wednesday morning
Options
Vatican Breakfast
Vatican Breakfast : Semi-Private Experience: Exclusive Breakfast at the Vatican Pinecone Court with small group of 20 people or fewer
Reviews
1,825 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Vatican Visit!
Tracy A,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ilaria was very knowledgeable and personable. We were able to spend plenty of free time without feeling rushed. Ilaria gave all the historical background of the Vatican. I would highly recommend this tour if you are looking for an Amazing tour in Rome! Thank you again for a wonderful experience, Ilaria!
Christian our tour guide was wonderful!
Rebecca M,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a lovely experience with so many beautiful architecture pieces. The breakfast was exceptional and Christian made the experience so educational. Christian was so passionate about the Vatican and St. Peter’s Basilica. He wanted to make sure we all were taken care of.
Great breakfast and tour!!!!
Maureen R,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour, started with a delicious breakfast in a courtyard. Iliria, our tour guide was great! Knowledgeable, funny, and engaging with the small group. FYI- Just know where you must meet- so many people go to the lines- read the directions for meeting points!!!!
Highly recommend Vatican tour
terrijog2023,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the Vatican breakfast, Vatican museums, Sixteen chapel and St. Peter's Basicilla tour. Our guide was Christian. Itcwas an amazing tour and Christian was so knowledgeable and helpful. You can tell he is very passionate about this history.
Wonderful experience
Girshmer364,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Christian was very knowledgeable and made the day very enjoyable! Would recommend this tour but be ready to walk a lot without sitting down for breaks.
Breakfast and tour is worth it!!!!
Kevmoe,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00iliria did an awesome job! Thorough, knowledgeable and funny. The breakfast is brief (30 minutes) and filling! So worth it!
Breakfast tour
GAVIN H,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We both really enjoyed this tour, it was the highlight of our trip! The meeting point was really easy to find, and our tour guide, Lorenzo, was easy to spot. The breakfast was a great way to start the tour, before Lorenzo really brought the architecture, artwork, and sculpture to life with his elegant storytelling and expert knowledge.
Great experience
Lynda R,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic and well organized tour. Breakfast was yummy and felt a bit special. My guide Sara was great, lots of information, kept the group together and I never felt rushed or bored! Highly recommend:)
Cosimo was great!
vickilangenstein,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cosimo, our guide was amazing! He was so knowledgeable and his humor kept all engaged and smiling!
Very nice visit... despite the world
sandrineetclement,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good visit with Paola. Rich, interesting explanations. We certainly could not have enjoyed the visit without it. Very good breakfast. We will keep a very good memory of this visit otherwise quite adapted to my little boy of 11 years... probably Paola remembers Clement... who held the flag rt asking questions!
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