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Palace of Versailles and Gardens Tour with Transport from Paris

Skip the Line

Semi Private Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica 

Guided Tour

Traditional anitpasti and aperitivos 

Wine tasting at a local enoteca in Florence

Try delicious local favorites such as fresh handmade pasta

Ponte Vecchio

Florence Evening Food Tour with Florentine Steak and Tuscan Wine  

Trastevere Local Food Tour in Rome

Rome Catacombs & Capuchin Crypts Tour with Transportation

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From Florence: Tuscany Day Trip with Siena, San Gimignano & Winery Lunch

Venice in a Day Tour with Gondola Ride

Walk through Raphael's four painted rooms inside the Vatican on guided tours with skip-the-line Vatican Museums access. The Raphael Rooms sit along the route to the Sistine Chapel, so every Vatican tour on this page passes through them with an expert guide who explains the School of Athens, the Disputation of the Sacrament, and the surrounding frescoes. Choose from semi-private groups, private tours, exclusive after-hours sessions, and a Dome Climb combo.

Raphael Rooms

When visiting the Vatican, you don’t want to miss its most iconic treasures, and our expertly curated tours ensure a flawless experience. With our tours, you’ll enjoy seamless entry, skip-the-line access, and exclusive opportunities to explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and more with a passionate guide. Whether you’re looking for an intimate group experience or a private VIP tour, we have the perfect option to make your Vatican visit unforgettable.

The Privileged Entrance Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel is ideal for those looking to beat the crowds. Skip the long lines and enter early, ensuring a more peaceful exploration of the Raphael Rooms, Creation of Man, and St. Peter’s Basilica. A reviewer noted, "This was the highlight of our trip! Skipping the lines and having fewer people around made the experience truly magical."

For a more personal touch, the Semi-Private Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel offers a premium experience with a small group of no more than 10 guests. You’ll enjoy an engaging, in-depth tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. "Our guide was amazing! The small group allowed us to ask all our questions, and we felt like we truly understood the history," said one guest.

If you’re up for a little adventure, the St. Peter’s Dome Climb and Sistine Chapel Combo Tour provides a thrilling experience, starting with a climb to the top of St. Peter’s Dome for incredible panoramic views. Afterward, you’ll explore the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with your expert guide. One traveler shared, "The dome climb was challenging but totally worth it. Our guide’s energy made the entire tour exciting and informative."

For those seeking a unique time of day to visit, the Vatican at Closing Time with Sistine Chapel tour allows you to explore in the evening when the crowds have left, providing a peaceful and serene experience. One guest wrote, "The evening tour was simply stunning. Having the Sistine Chapel almost to ourselves was a dream come true."

Looking for a fully personalized experience? The Private Skip the Line Vatican, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica Tour lets you explore at your own pace with a dedicated guide, ensuring you see everything that interests you in detail. As one guest put it, "Our private guide was a wealth of knowledge, and the flexibility of the tour made it perfect for us."

For visitors who prefer independence, the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tickets offer quick access so you can explore at your leisure. One traveler remarked, "Skipping the line was a lifesaver, and it gave us more time to enjoy the treasures inside."

If you want to experience everything the Vatican has to offer, the Private Vatican, Sistine Chapel, and Saint Peter’s Dome Climb Complete Tour covers it all—from climbing to the top of St. Peter’s Dome to marveling at the Sistine Chapel and exploring the Vatican Museums in depth. One review said, "Our guide made the entire day unforgettable, and the private experience was worth every penny."

For an even more exclusive experience, the Vatican at Closing Time Private Evening Tour with Sistine Chapel lets you enjoy the Vatican in peace as your personal guide leads you through the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel after the crowds have dispersed. A guest shared, "The evening setting was beautiful, and having a private guide made it even more special."

Our Vatican tours are designed to offer the perfect experience, whether you’re looking for an intimate group or a private VIP journey. With our expert guides, you’ll unlock the full history and wonder of the Vatican!

Discover Raphael's four painted rooms along the route to the Sistine Chapel, with an expert guide decoding the School of Athens fresco

Raphael Rooms Tours at the Vatican

Raphael Rooms Tours | Vatican & Sistine Chapel

Walk through Raphael's painted rooms at the Vatican. Book skip-the-line tours with the School of Athens, Sistine Chapel, and Dome Climb options.

Enjoy timed entry to the Vatican Museums and experience the exclusive Scala Regia passageway

Turn a crowded, confusing day into a confident combo

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Privileged Entrance Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica

See the Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps, and Scala Regia, an exclusive passageway into the basilica 

Get exclusive time with a Vatican expert

Reserve timed entry tickets & gain quicker access to the Vatican, so you can explore at your leisure

Entry Ticket

The Vatican Museums, at your pace, on your time

Guided tour

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tickets

Explore the Vatican Museums at their quietest with rare pre-opening or post-closing tickets

Rome's most exclusive Vatican experience

Exclusive After Hours or Dawn Access Sistine Chapel Tour

See Rome from above then go deeper into the Vatican’s galleries and Michelangelo’s masterpieces

Explore all the Vatican has to offer

St. Peter's Dome Climb, Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Combo Tour

Experience the Vatican Museums in the early evening with pre-reserved tickets and an expert guide

Evening exploration of the world's most extensive art collection

Vatican at Closing Time with Sistine Chapel

Enjoy a tailored VIP Vatican experience with timed entry tickets and a dedicated private guide 

The Vatican catered to your interests

Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica Tour

See Rome from atop the Basilica, then explore the Raphael Rooms and Gallery of Maps with an expert

Master the museums with an expert

Private Vatican Tour with St. Peter's Dome Climb, Basilica & Sistine Chapel

See the Gallery of Maps & Raphael Rooms with less crowds, timed entry tickets and a personal guide

Private Tour

Explore in the evening for something more personal

Vatican at Closing Time Private Evening Tour with Sistine Chapel

Experience the Sistine Chapel and famous galleries completely empty on a once in a lifetime tour

Absorb masterpieces in absolute silence

Alone at the Vatican: Private After Hours Tour

Get privileged access to the Vatican on a VIP early morning private tour with St. Peter’s Basilica

Expert English-speaking guide

Guide gratuity

Private Early Entrance Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel

Entrance to Vatican Musuems

See the Areas You Want to See

Vatican Tours

Travel by train, enjoy timed entry and a guided tour of the palace, then roam the gardens

Keep it simple and personable with timed entry, train transport, and an ultra-small group

Semi-Private Palace of Versailles and Gardens Tour from Paris

Meet at the Chateau entrance for a guided tour of the interior, then roam the Gardens independently

Palace of Versailles

Palace of Versailles Tour with Timed Entry Tickets and Expert Guide

Relax on this Tuscan day trip with a 3-course lunch and 6 wine tastings

Explore 2 hilltop villages, cross Italy’s most dramatic footbridge & dine at a family-run winery

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Road through the Tuscan vines

A Tuscan jewel​ 

Local vineyard visit​ 

Tuscan wine experience​ 

San Biagio Church and complex​ 

Free time in Pienza​ 

Guided visit of Montepulciano​ 

Tuscany from Rome: Civita di Bagnoregio, Pienza, Vineyard Lunch & Wine

Skip the driving and savor 10 different wines at 2 family run vineyards in Chianti

Raphael Rooms Tours at the Vatican

11 Raphael Rooms Tours

All Roads Lead to Rome

Privileged Entrance Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica

Semi Private Vatican Tour with Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica

Special Access Colosseum Arena Floor Tour through the Gladiator's Gate

Rome in a Day Tour with Colosseum and Vatican Museums

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tickets

St. Peter's Dome Climb, Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Combo Tour

Semi-Private Colosseum Tour with Arena Floor

Trastevere Local Food Tour in Rome

Privileged Entrance Colosseum Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

Vatican at Closing Time with Sistine Chapel

Tuscany from Rome: Civita di Bagnoregio, Pienza, Vineyard Lunch & Wine

Rome Catacombs & Capuchin Crypts Tour with Transportation

Skip-the-Line Borghese Gallery Tour

Semi Private Rome in a Day: Colosseum, Sistine Chapel & Vatican

Semi-Private Colosseum Tour with Roman Forum & Palatine Hill

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