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
1,832 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Vatican Tour with breakfast in the courtyard.
jimwX4682EP,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very informative tour. The guide took us to the highlights and explained what we were going to see before we saw it. The breakfast was very good.
Vatican tour and breakfast.
PAMELA S,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent guide. Awe inspiring art and religious artifacts. Huge breakfast, very good. Highly recommend.
Paula is a great guide
Lorne W,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Paula was very knowledgeable and interacted with all in the group and seemed to remember who was missing
Very good!
Philip S,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Using a small private tour like this makes the experience so much more enjoyable. The Vatican is always very crowded, but Lorenzo managed our small group through the crowds and was able to give us many insights and highlights.
A must see
Lisa N,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The Vatican was so crowded! I was so happy we had this tour planned. Our guide, Silvia, was lovely and so knowledgeable. She was extremely organized and was so helpful! The breakfast was great and such a treat to experience in the setting. The tour took us through the museums, through the Sistine chapel, and then she left us inside St Peter’s basilica with instructions of how to see the crypt, access the dome, and head out to the plaza. When we came out, the line was wrapped around the plaza. We paid the additional to climb up into the dome, which provided spectacular 360 views of the city! If you are claustrophobic or fear heights, this may be one to miss as it gets tight. Overall, the tour exceeded our expectations.
Great experience!
oanacastle,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Simona was our guide and she was fabulous! She was very knowledgeable and very engaging! Really great tour!
Great crazy experience
Flyer23085963538,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Simone, she was wonderful, personable, cherry, funny, and very informative. I would highly recommend her to leave any tour. Felt safe at all times and her English was excellent. Anything else?
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!!!!
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