Enjoy this tour with a local expert guide that will answer all your questions and enlighten you on the history behind this heritage site.

You'll learn the history behind many places and things such as the Sistine Chapel, the iconic Belvedere Courtyard, the antique galleries, and so much more. You'll have some great photo ops, such as the Pinecone Courtyard. Not only that, but you'll also discover the series of galleries in Raphael’s Rooms.

On this historical journey, you'll learn the secrets and legends that only a local would know. The guide will also share with you where the special chimney used for the black and white smoke is, and the spot where Raphael and Michelangelo became friends.

Tour the sites with an official local guide that will share with you all the secrets of these places
More than a tour - your guide will share their love of art history with you
Save time and see more with skip-the-line access
See beyond the art with an experienced art historian as your guide

This tour runs with a maximum of 15 people
You'll need to present a valid ID or an image of your passport
For travelers under 18 years old, a government-issued ID/passport will be required when entering the monument. Failure to bring an ID with you can result in the security staff refusing you entrance to the monument
Please note that on the day of your visit, certain areas of the attraction can be closed due to either religious events and national holiday
Please notice that only small bags are allowed
Refunds will not be provided for no-shows or late arrivals
Tours will run rain or shine (unless the monument is closed by the official administration for safety reasons)

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 72 hours before the experience begins., Receive a 50% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

Entrance fees
Guided tour
Headsets (to hear the guide)
Skip-the-line tickets

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Viale Vaticano, 100, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

Meeting point:

The tour leader will be waiting at the corner between the Caffe Vaticano and the stairs of Via Tunisi, and they'll have an orange umbrella. Please arrive 15 minutes before the starting time.