Looking for the ultimate private Vatican experience? This early morning tour lets you into the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel a full hour before the general public! With your own personal guide to lead you through the iconic sites and artwork, Vatican tours don’t come more exclusive than this. Be one of the first of the day to step inside the magnificent Sistine Chapel, get a closer viewing of the masterpieces inside the Vatican galleries, then skip the line to explore St. Peter’s Basilica!
Expert English-speaking guide
Skip-the-Line Vatican tickets
Enjoy fewer crowds
Gallery of Maps
Entry to St. Peter's Basilica
Papal Tombs
Guide gratuity
Hotel pick-up
Food and drink
Super-early first entrance to the Vatican
Join us and only a few other companies who enter the Vatican at 7:30 am - 1.5 hours before the general public.
Beat the crowds for a more private experience
Going in at this time with us ensures you will see the galleries practically empty!
Candelabra Gallery
Originally an open “loggia”, this gallery was walled and closed some 200 years ago. The statues and candelabra on display here date as far back as the 3rd century B.C.
Gallery of the Tapestries
Some of the masterpieces in this gallery were designed after the cartoons drawn by Raphael. Look out for a tapestry that includes a spectacular optical illusion!
Gallery of Maps
Pope Gregory XV had an entire gallery painted with the maps of Italy. They are more than 400 years old.
For Reference Only. Itineraries are subject to change
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Start times are in the product’s local time
Free cancellation up to 60 days in advance!
Wed, 18 Feb 2026
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Kim B.
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October 28, 2022
5-star
Howard B.
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October 02, 2022
Excellent guide
AMAZING!!!!
Jeremy M.
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July 30, 2022
The ROMAN Guy made my daughters and I'd vacation and tours extremely simple, easy and full of knowledge. Its the best way to go!
Joshua S.
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September 13, 2021
Worth the Visit
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November 06, 2019
We did a private tour that allowed us access to the Vatican before the general public. It wasn't overly crowded so you could view things easily and you could take your time. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and kept the pace however we wanted it to be. She really made it fun and very informative. We came away from the tour with a wealth of knowledge that even though we love to read history there was still much to learn. The tour was super interesting. The Sistine Chapel is beyond words. St. Peter's Basilica was impressive. Highly recommend.
Sistine Chapel
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May 03, 2019
Our guide was wonderful and we were able to get to the Sistine chapel as it was opening. Great tour with little crowds
