Quick Access Private Guided Vatican & Sistine Chapel Evening Tour

At a glance

Quick Access Private Guided Vatican & Sistine Chapel Evening Tour is a 2h 30m private experience in Vatican City, Italy, operated by Tours of the Vatican with Francesco & his team. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 8 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $353.99 per person. Included: skip the line ticket, Private tour, Professional art historian local guide.

Quick facts

Duration

2h 30m

Group

Private tour — only your group

Languages

English, Italian

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Confirmed within 48 hours

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Travellers

1–10 per booking · adult required

Ages

Infant 0–5 · Child 6–16 · Adult 17–99

Cancellation

See cancellation policy

Options & availability

• Classic Evening Vatican tour

  from $142.28

  2.5-hour Classic Private tour

  Days:

  Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

  Start times:

  16:00, 16:30, 17:00, 17:30

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• Kids Friendly Vatican tour

  from $142.28

  2.5-hour Kids Private Tour

  Days:

  Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

  Start times:

  16:00, 16:30, 17:00, 17:30

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Times and prices come from the operator’s live schedule and are confirmed when you book.

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1 · 1h

   You will see some of the Vatican’s numerous treasures, both artistic and historical, many dating back to ancient Roman times. There is a visit to the Gallery of Maps with its 40 amazing frescoes dating from the late 1500s and Raphael’s Rooms, four chambers that house works by Raphael and his students.
   You will see fascinating Greek and Roman sculptures as well as the sarcophagi of Empress Helena and Constantina, the mother and daughter of Constantine the Great.
   
   The tour will then move on to the Gallery of the Candelabra, Gallery of the Tapestries and Sobieski Hall.

2. Stop 2 · 1h

   You will then arrive at the Sistine Chapel, the venue for papal elections and one of Italy’s most popular attractions. You will view Michelangelo's vast fresco - 'The Last Judgment', and listen to stories from the Bible, including the creation of Adam.

3. Stop 3 · 30m

   Please note that entry is not allowed into St. Peter’s Basilica as it is closed in the evening.
   
   The finale of the tour is a stroll around St. Peter’s Square, lit by a myriad lights and sparkling under the night sky. In the piazza your guide will point out Bernini’s optical illusions and you will visit the exact spot where St. Peter, who later became the first Pope, was crucified. This area went on to become the foundation of the Catholic Church; an impressive place to end a wonderful evening at the Vatican.

Meeting point

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Good to know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• 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
• Please note: if you arrive late you might loose the entrance
• Each traveler must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the name provided at the time of booking for successful entry.
• Food and drinks are not allowed in the museums except for bottled water

Cancellation policy

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

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