Private Vatican Highlights Tour - Skip The Line
Overview
We are proud to offer the least expensive Private Vatican Highlights Tour available! You will visit all of the must sees of the
Vatican Museums,
Sistine Chapel and
St. Peter's Basilica on this 3 hour tour. Book with us and we assure you of "great fist class service with an exciting guide" who you can understand your needs.
As this is truly a one-of-a-lifetime experience, its best to have a
Private Vatican Tour so that you are not being rushed by a group tour and so that you can explore at your own pace.
With more then 2000 years of Art, History and Religion, there is no better way to explore the Vatican than with our professional English speaking private guides.
What's Included
- Private tour
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Local taxes
- Professional guide
- Combined Vatican Museums + St. Peter's Basilica entrance fee
- Free - Under 6 years
- Radio Headsets - Compulsory after 5 people (rental fee of €3/person)
- Gratuities (optional)
- Entrance fees - Payable directly to the guide on the day of the tour.
Meeting Location
Via Tunisi
4, 00192 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza San Pietro
00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City
The tour will end at St. Peter's Basilica.
What To Expect
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Vatican Museums
1 hour 40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sistine Chapel
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. Peter's Basilica
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. Peter's Square
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- St Peter's Basilica is a holy place of worship and it is not subject to the rules of the Vatican Museums. The Basilica can often close with little or no notice due to religious events and in this case the tour will conclude in the Sistine Chapel.
- All youth / students aged 18-25 years must present a valid photo student ID and document with date of birth. Students below the age of 18 will only be asked to show proof of age. If you do not arrive with the proper documents, the Vatican will not honour the reservation and a new full price ticket must be purchased.
- 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
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved.
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Private tour.
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines.
- Local taxes.
- Professional guide.
- Combined Vatican Museums + St. Peter's Basilica entrance fee.
- Free - Under 6 years.
- Radio Headsets - Compulsory after 5 people (rental fee of €3/person).
- Gratuities (optional).
- Entrance fees - Payable directly to the guide on the day of the tour.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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 Highlights Tour - Skip The Line is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces 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 Highlights Tour – Skip The Line will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. 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
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Local taxes
- Professional guide
- Combined Vatican Museums + St. Peter's Basilica entrance fee
- Free - Under 6 years
- Radio Headsets - Compulsory after 5 people (rental fee of €3/person)
- Gratuities (optional)
- Entrance fees - Payable directly to the guide on the day of the tour.
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- St Peter's Basilica is a holy place of worship and it is not subject to the rules of the Vatican Museums. The Basilica can often close with little or no notice due to religious events and in this case the tour will conclude in the Sistine Chapel.
- All youth / students aged 18-25 years must present a valid photo student ID and document with date of birth. Students below the age of 18 will only be asked to show proof of age. If you do not arrive with the proper documents, the Vatican will not honour the reservation and a new full price ticket must be purchased.
- 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
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved.
