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Rome: Vatican at Night Small Group Tour with Sistine Chapel

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Guided tour
Rome: Vatican at Night Small Group Tour with Sistine Chapel
4.2  / 515 reviews

Experience the wonders of the Vatican Museums in the evening, after the crowds have gone home. Explore the museum in the magical, dreamlike state of the evening hours. Enjoy a small group tour of only 6 people to make this experience even more intimate.

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Duration 2.5 hours
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Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 6 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Linda – United States

Our tour guide was Amazing! Leondardo was very informative and fun to chat with. We were a small group of only 4 people and found our guide to be exceptional in his knowledge and experience.

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Zachary – United States

Very knowledgeable tour guide with great stories. She was with us for over three hours even though it was a 2.5 hour tour. Tour was for 6 and there was only 7 people. Very pleased with the tour!

Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    Viale Vaticano, 100

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    Gallery of Maps, Vatican Museums

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    Gallery of Tapestries

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    Sistine Chapel

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    Raphael Rooms

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    Courtyard of the Pigna

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    Torso del belvedere

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Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Skip the ticket lines at the Vatican Museums
  • Admire the Sistine Chapel without the crowds
  • Explore the impressive galleries in the quiet of the evening
  • Ask all the questions you want in your small group of only 6 people

Full description

Discover one of the richest collections of art in the world on this exclusive night tour of the Vatican Museums. See these masterpieces, free from the chaos of the daytime crowds and the heat of daytime hours. Skip the ticket lines and go straight in with your small group of only 6 people. Be captivated by the fascinating stories of the popes, told by your expert guide. Walk through the impressive galleries of the papal palaces, see the Greek statue of the Laocoon, walk through the Pinecone courtyard, and admire the magnificent Raphael Rooms.  Finally, witness the majesty of the Sistine Chapel in a calm and peaceful environment, cloaked in the magic of night. The tour ends with a stroll to St. Peter’s Square, where you will enjoy an orientation tour of the basilica. Enjoy the rare sight of the square empty of people. Don’t miss this incredible experience.

Includes

  • Small group tour
  • Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Vatican Museums
  • Professional local guide
  • Administrative fees
  • Food and drink
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

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Meeting point

In front of Caffé Vaticano, on Viale Vatican 100, across the street from the museum’s entrance.

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Important information

Know before you go

  •  All visitors must pass through airport-style security. During high season the wait at security may be up to 30 minutes.
  • Availability is limited and tours take place just once a week, so book early to avoid disappointment.
  • Tours depart each Friday at 5:30 PM from late April to late October.
  • Please note that on rare occasions, your group might have 1 or 2 additional guests so as not to split families or groups of friends traveling together.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.2 /5

based on 15 reviews

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  • Value for money
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Linda – United StatesMay 1, 2023 – Verified booking
Our tour guide was Amazing! Leondardo was very informative and fun to chat with. We were a small group of only 4 people and found our guide to be exceptional in his knowledge and experience.
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Zachary – United StatesJune 4, 2023 – Verified booking
Very knowledgeable tour guide with great stories. She was with us for over three hours even though it was a 2.5 hour tour. Tour was for 6 and there was only 7 people. Very pleased with the tour!
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Hector – United StatesApril 27, 2024 – Verified booking
FANTASTIC. Bruno our guide was very knowledgeable and amiable. I will definitely use their services in the future

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