Vatican and Sistine Chapel Semi-Private Guided Tour
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Overview
Limited to 10 people, our semi-private tour follows a specific itinerary to allow you to visit all the highlights and the most important masterpieces the Vatican has to offer. Your Tour Guide will accompany you for 3 hours illustrating paintings, statues and frescoes, giving you the right amount of information making sure your Tour will be as fun as informative.

TICKET PRICES STARTING FROM
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GET TICKETSTicket Options (6) Options Available
Option(s)
English Semi-Private Tour
Starting from
$203.07
Option(s)
Portuguese Semi-Private Tour
French Semi-Private Tour
Spanish Semi-Private Tour
Italian Semi-Private Tour
Starting from
$237.72
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Vatican Private Tour (English)
Explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica on a 3-hour private tour for a more personal experience
Starting from
$382.26
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Small group of 10 max guaranteed.
- Expert Tour Guide
- Skip-the-line admission tickets
What's not Included
- Hotel pick up & drop off
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please be aware that access to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica is subject to Vatican regulations and ceremonies. The Vatican Museums or the Basilica may decide to close these sites on short notice due to official events or religious proceedings. In the event of any unexpected developments, we are unable to foresee or control these closures in advance. However, your ticket will still grant you access to the Vatican Museums.
- Visitors with a certified disability of more than 76% do not require a ticket.
- Knees and shoulders must be covered to enter during your visit.
- This tour requires at least 2 participants to operate
- Please note: Michelangelo’s “The Last Judgment” on the altar wall of the Sistine Chapel is scheduled for an extraordinary maintenance and conservation intervention starting in January 2026, with scaffolding covering the wall for several months. Although the chapel remains open to visitors, the scaffolding will partially obscure the fresco during this period.
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