Stop At: Vatican Museums, Viale Vaticano, Vatican City 00120

With our Prime Tour, we get you inside the Museums at its first access.
Watch the Vatican Museum Galleries slowly come to life.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Pass By: Cortile della Pigna, Cortile della Pigna, Vatican City

The Courtyard of the “Pigna”, created from the 16th century area of the “Belvedere”

Pass By: Sphere within a Sphere, Pine Cone Courtyard, Vatican Museums, Vatican City 00120

The Sphere within a Sphere" by Arnaldo Pomodoro at the Vatican Museums is a striking sculptural masterpiece that graces the Cortile della Pigna. This captivating artwork features a large bronze sphere with a textured, fractured surface, revealing a smaller sphere within. The interplay of light and shadow on the intricate patterns adds to its mesmerizing allure. Symbolizing themes of complexity and inner depth, Pomodoro's sculpture at the Vatican Museums stands as a testament to the convergence of art, spirituality, and profound meaning in the heart of one of the world's most renowned cultural institutions.

Stop At: Sistine Chapel, Viale Vaticano, Vatican City 00165

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.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: St. Peter's Basilica, Piazza San Pietro, Vatican City 00120

The largest Basilica in the world is also home to worldwide masterpieces like the famous Pietà by Michelangelo! it even houses an underground crypt for Popes, of which can be visited ( not available on Wednesday morning due to the Papal Audience)
The Basilica has a big influence from Michelangelo and you can see his art work throughout. The Basilica was originally built above the tomb of the Prince of the Apostles, where the Pope visits every Christmas or Easter Time.

Duration: 30 minutes

• Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
• Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
• Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
• Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
• Departure Time: 07:45 AM
• Return Details:

  Saint Peter's Square, Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

• LUXURY/CONFORT Options - Private hotel pick-up service (from centrally located locations)
• LUXURY OPTION - Private hotel pick-up and drop-off service (from/to centrally located locations)
• Tickets to the Vatican Museums
• Professional Licensed Blue Badge Tour Guide for A Private Walking Tour
• Shortcut to St. Peter's Basilica
• LUXURY/COMFORT Options - Meet and greet with the guide at your accommodation (if centrally located)
• Visit to the Sistine Chapel
• Gratuities (Optional)
• Food and drinks
• Early Morning BASIC OPTION - Transfers not included

• Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
• Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
• A Smile!

Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Note: if you are booking within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Dress code: Modest attire required for places of worship and selected museums; no shorts or sleeveless tops allowed, cover knees and shoulders for both men and women to avoid entry refusal.
• Comfortable footwear recommended for moderate walking during the tour.
• Allow at least 20 minutes for security checks at monuments/attractions.
• Timings and reservations subject to availability and administrative decisions; may undergo last-minute changes.
• Notify us of any mobility issues or disabilities.
• Museums partially accessible for visitors using wheelchairs; Basilica not included.
• St. Peter's Basilica excluded on Wednesdays due to the Papal Audience.
• Possible last-minute closures of St. Peter’s Basilica and Sistine Chapel for religious ceremonies; no refunds for unplanned disruptions.
• Children under 18 require a valid passport or ID for age verification on the day of the tour.
• Review the confirmation message sent one day before the tour for final details.

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.