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- Private Walking Tour
- Exclusive hotel pick-up and drop-off (LUXURY OPTION)
- Personalized meet and greet by your guide (LUXURY OPTION)
- Guidance by a Professional Licensed Blue Badge Tour Guide
- VIP early access to the Vatican Museums
- Admission tickets included for the Vatican Museums
- Direct access to St. Peter’s Basilica via a shortcut
- Explore the renowned Sistine Chapel
- Food and drinks
- Early Morning BASIC OPTION - Transfers not included
Are you scheduling your once-in-a-lifetime visit to the Vatican? This is undoubtedly the best tour of the Vatican! Our early admission options allow you to delve into the Vatican’s riches before the masses. Following pickup at your hotel, you’ll be transported to the Vatican for an intriguing and interactive tour, featuring a knowledgeable guide passionate about bringing the history of the splendid art pieces to life and tailoring the tour to your unique interests. During the tour, you’ll observe some of the world’s finest sculptures, carvings, frescoes, and paintings. You’ll visit popular attractions, including the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica (unavailable on Wednesday mornings because of the Papal Audience). Don’t let a moment slip by: opt for our Prime tour to be among the first fortunate visitors to enter the Museums!
- Dress code: Modest attire required for places of worship and selected museums; no shorts or sleeveless tops allowed, cover knees and shoulders for both men and women to avoid entry refusal.
- St. Peter’s Basilica excluded on Wednesdays due to the Papal Audience.
- Allow at least 20 minutes for security checks at monuments/attractions.
- Timings and reservations subject to availability and administrative decisions; may undergo last-minute changes.
- Notify us of any mobility issues or disabilities.
- Museums partially accessible for visitors using wheelchairs; Basilica not included.
- Comfortable footwear recommended for moderate walking during the tour.
- Possible last-minute closures of St. Peter’s Basilica and Sistine Chapel for religious ceremonies; no refunds for unplanned disruptions.
- Children under 18 require a valid passport or ID for age verification on the day of the tour.
- Review the confirmation message sent one day before the tour for final details.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.