The Vatican is the most-visited museum in Italy: and with one look at its astonishing collection, you'll know why. Join this Vatican private tour and enjoy exclusive access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel at night.
Skip ahead of the lines and beat the day's crowds for an experience of these masterpieces you'll never forget. Enjoy the full, undivided attention of your private guide, as you see great works by Michelangelo, Raphael, Bernini and Leonardo da Vinci.
A private tour of the Vatican means you'll see the jewels of the collection, and have your every curiosity answered by your expert guide. See wonders like the Raphael rooms and Borgia Apartments without any of the day's crowds, on this night tour.
Continue to the Sistine Chapel, to enjoy Michelangelo's magnificent frescoes in the peace of evening. Your expert guide will explain the secret meanings behind each detail of this masterpiece — and the dramatic history of its creation.
A tour of the Vatican Museums promises an insight into some of the greatest art in the world from classical antiquity, through the Renaissance, and to the present day. See masterpieces by Raphael and astonishing statuary like Laocoön and His Sons.
Sistine Chapel
30m · Admission ticket included
Here you’ll see one of the greatest masterpiece’s mankind has ever produced: Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel frescoes. These astonishing frescoes show Old Testament scenes come alive. Once seen, they’re never forgotten.
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Please be informed that from January 12 to March 31, 2026, extraordinary maintenance work will be carried out on Michelangelo’s Last Judgment in the Sistine Chapel. For this reason, scaffolding will be installed, covering the entire wall.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
In front of Caffè Vaticano
End point
In front of Caffè Vaticano
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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
A picture ID or valid passport is required on the day of your tour
Please note that on busy days, security and ticket checks may take approximately 20–30 minutes before entering the site.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
