Exclusive Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel by Night

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Enjoy an intimate, exclusive and personalized night-tour of one of the largest art collections in the world, spanning from Roman, Etruscan and Egyptian antiquities to contemporary art. Learn about the famous Popes and their glamorous lives during the Renaissance period of Roman history. Admire the works of important renaissance masters and see the magnificent frescoed ceiling of the Sistine Chapel.

This exclusive by night tour takes you through the most significant cultural and religious areas of the Vatican Museums. The tour follows an itinerary which includes: the Pio Clementino Museum (classical antiquity), the Gallery of the Candelabras, the Gallery of the Geographical Maps and the Tapestry Gallery (Renaissance Art), the Animal sculptures Gallery and the Sistine Chapel.

Itinerary:

The sightseeing tour of the Vatican Museums gives an enlightening insight into the rich cultural heritage and history of the unique sculptures, architectural designs, monuments, artwork, and even a few hidden secrets.
This Private Night Vatican Tour skips the line and enters the Vatican Museums with no hassle and no crowds, leaving ample time to appreciate the Sistine Chapel and the many beautiful masterpieces of the Vatican.
Vatican Museums:
Started in 1506 by Pope Julius II, the Vatican Museums contain one of the finest art collections in the world. Although it's impossible to see all of the vast collection, you'll witness many of the priceless treasures acquired by the church over centuries:
The Belvedere Palace and Pinecone courtyard - The Apollo Belvedere - The Laocoon Group -
The Greek Cross Room - Gallery of the Candelabra - Gallery of the tapestries - Gallery of the Maps - Round Room, collection of greek and roman sculptures.
Sistine Chapel:
Michelangelo's Frescoes. - Last Judgement - The Creation,

Meeting location: We can meet just at the opposite side of the street from the Museum's Entrance, just outside the "Cafè Vaticano" at Viale Vaticano 1n. 100 (the only café facing the white marble gate with the writing "Musei Vaticani"), and it's at the corner with a staircase going down, there is a path walk from there toward the entrance of the museums and a taxi station as well. It is extremely easy to find it, however, once booked I will attach a map of the location and pictures of the spot via email to make it even easier.

End location: Outside Vatican Museum, by a taxi station or at the subway stop.

Duration: 2 hours

Transportation: Taxi, subway, or with private car if requested

What's included:

Private Tour guide throughout the tour;
Admission fees;
Night special Admission.

What's extra:

Transportation to and from the Museums.

Activity level: Minimal

Tour Type: City, Cultural, Youth and Family

Kid Friendly: YES

Wheelchairs Friendly: YES

Wheelchairs friendly information: Please advice if you need a wheelchair