Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
Show more

Vatican Museums Private Tour: Sistine Chapel and Necropolis Scavi

icon 5 hours Mobile ticket
Tickets from € 630.00

Select your date

December 2024
Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa Su
1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
16 17 18 19 20 21 22
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
30 31

You can select up to 6 travellers in total

0

Adult (15 - 99)

Minimum: 1, Maximun: 6
+
-
Your guide will escort you into the Vatican Museums while skipping the mass queues waiting outside.  Marvel in the spectacular museum galleries & bask in the breathtaking Sistine Chapel. After being within such breathtaking surroundings, you might think at this point you’ve seen all that is on offer, but with our Ultimate Express Vatican experience, we will also guide you through the Scavi (Underground) area of the Vatican. With many myths and secrets, your guide will open up a new mysterious world.  
  • St. Peter's Basilica
  • Access to the Scavi (Underground) as part of a small group led by a Vatican guide
  • Private walking tour (Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel)
  • Sistine Chapel
  • Hotel pickup (centrally located hotels. Within Aurelian Walls)
  • Professional Licensed Tour Guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel Drop Off
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered

Centrally located hotel/accommodation in Rome (within the Aurelian Walls)

  • Vatican Museums, Vatican City, Italy
    With our Prime Tour, we get you inside the Museums at its first access. Watch the Vatican Museum Galleries slowly come to life.
    90 minutes
  • Cortile della Pigna, Vatican City, Italy
    The Courtyard of the “Pigna”, created from the 16th century area of the “Belvedere”
  • VA, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City
    The Vatican Museums' Gallery of Tapestries showcases stunning 15th and 16th-century tapestries, intricately woven with scenes from biblical and historical narratives. Inspired by designs from Raphael’s school, this gallery highlights the artistic sophistication and storytelling of the Renaissance.
    10 minutes
  • Gallery Of The Maps, Vatican City, Italy
    The Gallery of Maps, inside the Vatican Museums, displays a stunning collection of topographical maps of Italy. Created in the 16th century under Pope Gregory XIII, these beautifully painted maps span 120 meters, offering a unique geographical snapshot of the Italy of the past.
    10 minutes
  • 00120, Vatican City
    The Gallery of the Candelabra is a part of the Vatican Museums, showcasing a rich collection of Greek and Roman statues, sarcophagi, and reliefs. It is named for the grand marble candelabra that decorate it, dividing the gallery into thematic sections. Set up in the late 18th century, the gallery merges ancient art with stunning architectural details, providing visitors a journey through history and beauty.
    10 minutes
  • Sistine Chapel, Vatican City, Italy
    The Sistine Chapel takes its name from Pope Sixtus IV della Rovere (pontiff from 1471 to 1484) who had the old Cappella Magna restored between 1477 and 1480. It is known throughout the world both for being the place where the conclave and other official ceremonies of the Pope are held (in the past also some papal coronations), and for being decorated with one of the most famous and celebrated works of art of artistic civilization the frescoes by Michelangelo.
    30 minutes
  • St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Italy
    Enjoy the breathtaking Saint Peter's Basilica, shrine of Christianity and Art. You will marvel at the Priceless Pietà, by Michelangelo, and stop by the venerable tomb of Saint John Paul II & Pope Karol Wojtyla. The Pietà (1498–1499) is a work of Renaissance sculpture by Michelangelo Buonarroti, housed in St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City.
    20 minutes
  • Vatican Necropolis, Vatican City, Italy
    The Vatican Necropolis, beneath St. Peter's Basilica, is an ancient cemetery from the 1st century AD, believed to house St. Peter's tomb. It's a significant archaeological site, accessible only by guided tour.
    90 minutes
  • St. Peter's Square, Vatican City, Italy
    This monumental elliptical space, enclosed by 284 Doric columns four rows deep (196m wide and 148m long), is the masterpiece of Gian Lorenzo Bernini, who laid it out during the pontificates of Alexander VII and of Clement IX.
    15 minutes
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved - comfortable shoes are recommended
  • Please advise if anyone in your group has mobility issues
  • Minimum age is 15 years
  • During the Scavi visit, visitors may be affected by the altered environmental conditions of temperature and humidity. Those who have special physical problems, subject to increase under these conditions, including claustrophobia, are advised not to access the site
  • St. Peter's Basilica may close at the last minute for ceremonies or masses without warning
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    Barry_F
    05 Oct 2019
    I want to start the review with a thanks to Maria, our tour. She was extremely engaging and friendly throughout the tour. She ensured everything went well and we had a good time. She met us at the hotel (pick up was included) and then proceeded to give us a tour as we drove to the Vatican. She was well organized and knew most everyone - making it very quick and easy to get through the various check points/lines with ease. Since this was a very early start (7:20a) we seemingly had a private tour for most of the morning. Many rooms were empty except for us. She explained the history and could answer all of our questions. The Vatican itself was incredible and overall we had an excellent time. We included the Scavi tour as well - which was the one area that while I’m glad I went, I probably wouldn’t do again. This was not an issue with Maria (another guide takes over inside the Necropolis) and it was both long and rather hot/humid underground. If you are claustrophobic, I would be hesitant to recommend this portion of the tour. Still, that part was an incredible piece of history and I’m glad I did it. Back outside, Maria took over and quickly guided us to the Sistine Chapel. We were fortunate on two accounts: the weather was spectacular and the pope was having an audience that day so many special arrangements were happening and the place was buzzing with extra energy. Maria ensured we got to everything we needed to and then assisted us with transportation after we were done (also included). Instead of going back to the hotel, she recommended a few areas and even a lunch place once we decided where to go. Lunch was excellent and we were able to walk around the Piazza Navona area for hours. Highly recommended! Maria is one of the best guides we ever had and made it a great experience. I would also note to have a good breakfast and bring water/water bottle for the tour. You cannot bring much else (cameras/phones/small bags OK) so plan accordingly.
    Clair M
    26 Sep 2019
    We wer very fortunate to have the services of Barbara De Rosa on our private tour. She was very knowledgeable and explained the various sites in detail. Her English was perfect so we could understand what she was explaining and her sense of humor kept us laughing and interested in what she was saying. We couldn't have asked for a better tour guide.
    Marioneide S
    14 Sep 2019
    Este passeio, sem dúvida, foi o mais especial que fizemos. Estar diante do que se acredita ser a sepultura de São Pedro, de seus ossos, do que foi o início do cristianismo é algo muito significativo. Nossa guia Ana Paula foi muito didática e clara, foi uma fantástica experiência.
    This tour in is organized by Eyes of Rome

    The tickets have been added to your basket

    Tickets in your cart: 0

    Current total (incl. VAT): € 0.00


    Continue shopping Go to checkout

    We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
    How great that you want to share your experience! Your feedback helps other travelers to make a better choice.

    New review

    Bad Disappointing Average Good Very good
    0 / 120
    0 / 255