VIP Vatican Museums: Sistine Chapel Afterhours Private Tour

Overview

This unique VIP tour of 2 hours will allow you to have the Vatican Museums all for yourself! You will get to enjoy the Galleries and Sistine Chapel without any other visitor. Your passionate tour guide will animate the history of the magnificent artworks and share with you stories and legends of the great artists from the past. Visiting the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel when they're closed to the general public is an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience.  Transfers are included.

What's included

• ✓Vatican Museums VIP Afterhours Exclusive Access
• ✓Private Transfers from and to Hotel
• ✓Official Private Guide

• ✕Food and drinks
• ✕Visit to St. Peter's Basilica

What you'll do

1. 1

   Begin your extraordinary journey through the Vatican Museums, where centuries of art, history, and culture come together. With exclusive private access, you’ll have the rare privilege of exploring these world-renowned collections without crowds, making for an intimate and immersive experience.

2. 2

   Step into the Cortile del Belvedere, a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture designed by Bramante. In complete tranquility, admire the harmonious design of this grand courtyard, once used as a stage for papal ceremonies and artistic inspiration.

   ⏱ 10 min
3. 3

   Continue to the Cortile della Pigna, home to the massive Bronze Pinecone, an ancient Roman sculpture that has stood the test of time. With the space entirely to yourself, take in the serene beauty of this historic setting.

   ⏱ 15 min
4. 4

   Enter the Cortile Ottagono, the heart of the Vatican’s classical sculpture collection. Marvel at the Laocoön Group, a dramatic masterpiece that influenced Michelangelo himself, along with other timeless sculptures that shaped Renaissance art.

   ⏱ 15 min
5. 5

   Walk through the spectacular Galleria degli Arazzi, where intricate tapestries depict biblical and historical scenes. In complete silence, admire the craftsmanship of these woven masterpieces, usually admired by thousands of visitors each day.

   ⏱ 15 min
6. 6

Availability & pricing

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Good to know

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and select museums, please see voucher for more details
• Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking
• Food and drinks are not allowed inside each attraction
• Pictures are strictly forbidden inside the Sistine Chapel

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.