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Private Vatican Tours
Welcome to Joy of Rome Tours, Michelangelo's lovers!
The Vatican Museums: second most visited in the world, one of the largest collection of art ever created, famous all over the globe.
54 sections, 20,000 artworks on display, more than 500 rooms: impressive numbers that require different visit’s approaches.
We designed many ways to explore the Museums and the Sistine Chapel, a selection of private experiences for any need and taste. From a speedy tour to one in-depth, our highly qualified guides will guarantee the perfect experience for you and your family.
Check our list of Vatican Museums experiences and join the one that suits you better. And if you can’t find the option for your super special need, ask for it. We will create it for you.
**IMPORTANT! 2025 is the Jubilee year!**
Some of the tours are temporary unavailable due to the large number of pilgrims and new rules to visit the Papal Basilicas. Ask us for updates or check the official APP of the Jubilee here.
Try these unforgettable Vatican Tours!
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour
classic
Visit the Popes’ ancient Roman collection, the wonderful Gallery of the Tapestries, the amazing Gallery of the Geographical Maps, the breathtaking Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel.
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour
short
Skip the line to the Vatican Museums and discover the Sistine Chapel. 2 hours private tour with an art historian.
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour
extended
Skip the line to the Vatican Museums and discover the highlights, the Sistine Chapel, the Raphael rooms. 4 hours private tour with an art historian.
NOT AVAILABLE AT THE MOMENT
The magnificent
St. PETER’S BASILICA
and its Square
Visit St. Peter’s Basilica and its magnificent square with a licensed and local Roman guide: we will reveal you the history and secrets of this magnificent church, built by Michelangelo, and its spectacular baroque colunnade, designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini.
Vatican Museums special Tour - Late Afternoon
The Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Late Afternoon tour offers you the opportunity to experience the highlights of this world-famous collection, for a unique experience outside the most crowded opening hours.
NOT AVAILABLE AT THE MOMENT
The three Basilicas
of the Pope Tour
In the second half of the 16th century, Saint Phillip Neri decided to organise the famous Seven Churches in Rome pilgrimage: a total of 25 kilometres by foot in two days. Not just a tour of the basilicas but a journey into the past – following in the footsteps of these early pilgrims!
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour
in depth
Skip the line to the Vatican Museums and discover the highlights, the Sistine Chapel, the Pictures Gallery, the Raphael rooms. 5 hours private tour with an art historian.
NOT AVAILABLE AT THE MOMENT
early bird: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's
Visit the Popes’ ancient Roman collection, the wonderful Gallery of the Tapestries, the amazing Gallery of the Geographical Maps, the breathtaking Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel.
Are you travelling with curious kids?
VATICAN MUSEUMS
FOR KIDS and families
Skip the line to the Vatican Museums and discover the Sistine Chapel! Michelangelo, the Popes and… interaction! 2 hours private tour with a guide specialised in fun education!
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