Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica with Pick-up
Overview
This tour offers an immersive experience of some of the most celebrated artistic treasures in the world, including Michelangelo's awe-inspiring frescoes on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and his monumental "Last Judgment" masterpiece. In addition, accompanied by your expert private tour guide, you will delve into the Vatican’s most breathtaking galleries, including the intricate Hall of Tapestries and the spectacularly ornate Map Room, each a visual feast of art, history, and craftsmanship. Explore these iconic spaces at your own pace and gain a deeper understanding of the cultural significance behind every masterpiece.
What's Included
- Private tour
- Priority admission tickets
- Vatican Museums Adult: €25 Reduced: €15 (ages 7–17) Free admission: children under 6
- Pick-up at your hotel with deluxe vehicle
- Professional tour guide
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Drop-off service
Meeting and Pickup
Please specify your hotel accommodation in Rome at the moment of the confirmation in order to arrange your pick-up. It is mandatory to bring copy or pic of your ID on the day of the service! The drop-off is not included! You can add it for extra cost.
What To Expect
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Vatican Museums
2 hours 10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Sistine Chapel
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. Peter's Basilica
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- 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
- The tour operator is not responsible for last minute, unpredictable closures, strikes or union meetings of St Peter's Basilica. Nevertheless, the tour operator will be happy to offer customers an extended tour for the remaining time.
- For the 3hours, 4hours and 5hours option: If the Basilica reaches full capacity, access will unfortunately not be allowed, and this will be beyond our control. In such a case, more time will be spent inside the museums.
- Hotel drop off at the end of the tour is not included but it can be added for an extra cost. Please message us to add drop off at the end of the tour
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica with Pick-up?
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Key West Private Charters customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Private tour.
- Priority admission tickets.
- Vatican Museums Adult: €25 Reduced: €15 (ages 7–17) Free admission: children under 6.
- Pick-up at your hotel with deluxe vehicle.
- Professional tour guide.
- Gratuities.
- Food and drinks.
- Drop-off service.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica with Pick-up is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica with Pick-up will be included in your confirmation email from Key West Private Charters. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private tour
- Priority admission tickets
- Vatican Museums Adult: €25 Reduced: €15 (ages 7–17) Free admission: children under 6
- Pick-up at your hotel with deluxe vehicle
- Professional tour guide
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Drop-off service
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- 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
- The tour operator is not responsible for last minute, unpredictable closures, strikes or union meetings of St Peter's Basilica. Nevertheless, the tour operator will be happy to offer customers an extended tour for the remaining time.
- For the 3hours, 4hours and 5hours option: If the Basilica reaches full capacity, access will unfortunately not be allowed, and this will be beyond our control. In such a case, more time will be spent inside the museums.
- Hotel drop off at the end of the tour is not included but it can be added for an extra cost. Please message us to add drop off at the end of the tour
