Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica Small Group Tour
Immerse yourself in the rich history and artistry of the Vatican on a small group tour with intimate groups of up to 10 participants.
What you'll see.
Immerse yourself in the rich history and artistry of the Vatican on a small group (semi-private) tour with intimate groups of up to 10 participants.
Intimate Vatican Tours: Limited to 10 Guests
Enhance your visit to the smallest country in the world by joining our small group guided tour, limited to only 10 participants, ensuring you receive the most informative and unforgettable experience yet. With fast-track admission tickets, you can save valuable time and explore the Vatican comprehensively with the guidance of our expert tour guides.
Unveiling the Treasures: A Journey Through the Vatican Museums
Your tour will commence in the Vatican Museums, where you will encounter countless works of art spanning a wide range of artistic periods. The first section you will encounter will be the Museum Pio-clementino which was established to house the Vatican’s collection of classical sculptures and is in fact where you will find one of Michelangelo’s greatest inspirations Laocoön and His Sons, an ancient Greek statue, believed to date back to around 40-30 BCE. Continue to be amazed whilst your expert Tour Guide continues to lead you through the museums and reveals other masterpieces such as Nero’s Bathtub, The Apollo Belvedere, and The Belvedere Torso. Your journey will follow by visiting the three main Vatican Galleries: The Gallery of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Gallery of the Candelabra. At this point in your tour, you'll truly appreciate how easy it is to navigate this breathtaking museum with such a small group and an expert guide leading the way.
Masterpieces Unveiled: Exploring the Sistine Chapel
The moment you’ve been waiting for will finally arrive: the Sistine Chapel. While Michelangelo's work is the most famous, the Sistine Chapel also boasts contributions from other notable Renaissance artists. The walls are adorned with frescoes by Sandro Botticelli, Domenico Ghirlandaio, Pietro Perugino, and Cosimo Rosselli. These frescoes depict the lives of Moses and Christ, creating a theological dialogue between the Old and New Testaments. Your expert Tour Guide will unveil Fascinating insights about the history behind the chapel and Intriguing information about how it all came together.
Icon of Faith: Discovering St. Peter's Basilica
Last but not least will be the biggest church in the world, St. Peter's Basilica. Thanks to your licensed tour guide, you will be able to use a revered pass that leads you directly into the church without having to wait in the lines on St. Peter’s Square. The first stop here will be La Pietà, created by Michelangelo in 1499, this exquisite marble sculpture captures the moment when the Virgin Mary holds the lifeless body of her son, Jesus Christ, after his crucifixion. Here you will also encounter numerous masterpieces made by another Renaissance genius, Bernini. Your Tour Guide will not make you miss out on The Baldacchino, The Tomb of Pope Alexander VII, and St. Peter's Chair. After your tour ends you will have the chance to continue your visit inside the church at your own pace giving you the opportunity the climb the dome or visit the Pope’s tombs.
- Explore Vatican City's highlights with our exclusive small group tour limited to 10 guests
- Enjoy skip-the-line access and expert guidance
- Immerse yourself in the wonders of Vatican City on this intimate tour designed for an unforgettable experience.
Stop by stop.
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Vatican Museums
Commence in the Vatican Museums at the Museum Pio-Clementino, home to Laocoön and His Sons, an ancient Greek statue believed to date back to around 40-30 BCE, plus Nero's Bathtub, the Apollo Belvedere and the Belvedere Torso, then the Galleries of Maps, Tapestries and the Candelabra.
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Sistine Chapel
In the Sistine Chapel, alongside Michelangelo's famous work, admire wall frescoes by Sandro Botticelli, Domenico Ghirlandaio, Pietro Perugino and Cosimo Rosselli, depicting the lives of Moses and Christ.
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St. Peter's Basilica
End at St. Peter's Basilica, the biggest church in the world, where La Pietà, created by Michelangelo in 1499, captures the Virgin Mary holding the lifeless body of her son, alongside Bernini's Baldacchino, the Tomb of Pope Alexander VII and St. Peter's Chair.
What's included.
- ✓Fast track admission tickets
- ✓Expert Tour Guide
- ✓Headsets to listen clearly
- ✓Small group guaranteed ( Max 10 people)
- —Hotel pick up / drop off
- —Food and drink
Before you come.
- Free entry for visitors with a certified disability of at least 67% (plus a companion if not self-sufficient). Please don't book online; contact us first and we'll arrange your participation.
- It is imperative to observe modest dress standards while visiting the Vatican, with both knees and shoulders required to be covered.
- For security reasons, visitors are advised that large bags or suitcases are prohibited from being brought into the Vatican Museums.
- In strict adherence to Vatican regulations, punctuality is paramount, and late arrivals may not always be accommodated. Please ensure to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time.
Where to find us.
Via Sebastiano Veniero 74
Please arrive 15 minutes before the start, punctually, at the designated meeting point.
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Cancel up to 24 hours before your start time for a full refund.
Cancellations inside 24 hours of the start time can't be refunded.
