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Rome: Vatican Museum Evening Small Group Tour

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Rome, IT
4.5 (131)
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Experience the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel like never before with this exclusive VIP After-Hours Vatican Museums by Night Tour. Escape the daytime crowds and immerse yourself in the special ambiance of the Vatican's world-famous art and architecture under the starlit sky. With limited tickets available, this intimate journey offers a unique opportunity to see the masterpieces in a completely different light. Join a small group of 12 guests or fewer and explore the Vatican Museums, the Gallery of Maps, Stanze di Raffaello, and the iconic Sistine Chapel. Marvel at the intricate details and vibrant frescoes, and discover hidden gems that are often overlooked during regular tours. The tour concludes inside the Sistine Chapel, where you can choose to extend your stay and absorb the timeless beauty of this religious and artistic jewel. Make your visit to the Eternal City truly extraordinary with this unforgettable after-hours Vatican experience.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 2 hours 40 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-1 Participants
  • Small Group Tour, Private Tour
  • Guided Experience & Audio Guided
  • Exclusive evening opening hours for a starlit adventure
  • Small group tour with expert insider guide
  • Enjoy a glass of Prosecco before the tour
  • Opportunity to notice unseen details in the Vatican Museums
  • Experience the rare magic of the Sistine Chapel in the evening
  • Skip-the-line tickets
  • All fees and taxes
  • Headsets to hear the tour guide clearly
  • Easy to find meeting point at our office close the Museums' entrance
  • Skip-the-Line tickets to the Vatican Museums
  • Small group of 12 or fewer
  • English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Pick-up/Drop-off

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Introduction

The Semi-Private Vatican Evening Tour offers a unique and exclusive opportunity to explore the world-famous art and architecture of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel in a completely different light. This limited edition tour allows visitors to experience the enchanting halls of the Vatican in the special ambiance of the evening, away from the massive day-time crowds. With exclusive entry and a small group of only 12 guests or fewer, this tour promises an intimate and unforgettable journey into the heart of Vatican City.

What to expect?

During the Semi-Private Vatican Evening Tour, guests can expect to be mesmerized by the extraordinary masterpieces housed within the Vatican Museums and the awe-inspiring beauty of the Sistine Chapel. Led by an expert insider guide, visitors will have the opportunity to explore renowned works of art, such as Michelangelo's famous frescoes, in a more personal and immersive setting. With skip-the-line tickets and headsets provided, guests can fully immerse themselves in the experience without the hassle of long queues or difficulty hearing the guide. This tour offers a truly unique and memorable way to discover the treasures of the Vatican.

Who is this for?

The Semi-Private Vatican Evening Tour is designed for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone seeking a more intimate and exclusive experience of the Vatican. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a frequent traveler to Rome, this tour is perfect for those who want to avoid the crowds and explore the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel in a more relaxed and immersive atmosphere. The small group size ensures a personalized experience, allowing visitors to ask questions and engage with the guide. This tour is suitable for individuals, couples, families, and groups of friends who want to delve deeper into the art and history of the Vatican.

Why book this?

Booking the Semi-Private Vatican Evening Tour provides numerous advantages and unique selling points. Firstly, the exclusive evening opening hours allow guests to avoid the massive day-time crowds, ensuring a more serene and immersive experience. The small group size of 12 guests or fewer ensures a personalized and intimate journey, allowing visitors to fully appreciate the masterpieces without feeling overwhelmed by the crowd. With skip-the-line tickets and headsets provided, guests can make the most of their time and enjoy clear and informative commentary from the expert guide. This tour offers a truly exceptional and unforgettable way to discover the Vatican's world-famous art and architecture.

Good to know

It is important to note that pick-up and drop-off services are not included in the tour, so guests are advised to make their own way to the meeting point, conveniently located close to the Museums' entrance. The tour ends inside the Sistine Chapel, where guests can choose to stay longer if they wish. It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes and clothing, as the tour involves walking and exploring the Vatican Museums for approximately two and a half hours. Photography is allowed, but flash photography is not permitted inside the Sistine Chapel. Visitors are also advised to bring a valid ID or passport for entry into the Vatican. This tour provides a comprehensive and hassle-free experience, with all fees and taxes included.

Reviews

Visitors who have experienced the Semi-Private Vatican Evening Tour have expressed their satisfaction and awe at the unique opportunity to explore the Vatican in the evening. They have praised the knowledgeable and enthusiastic guides who provided in-depth insights into the art and history of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. Guests have appreciated the small group size, as it allowed for a more personalized and interactive experience. Many have highlighted the advantage of skipping the long lines and avoiding the daytime crowds, which enhanced their overall enjoyment of the tour. Visitors have described the tour as a must-do experience in Rome, offering a truly magical and unforgettable journey into the heart of the Vatican's artistic treasures.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

What a Life Tours

To get things started, you are welcome to our office to enjoy a glass of Prosecco before your tour. Being quite a special tour with limited tickets available, let it be memorable and cheerful from the very beginning!

Vatican Museums

Indulge in the truly unique atmosphere of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel as night falls on our VIP Vatican after-hours tour. This intimate journey features all of the must sees you would expect in the company an expert insider guide and small group of only 12 guests or fewer when the doors have been closed to the general public. It is true, an after-hours tour will allow visitors to notice details that normally go unseen and will grant for all participants an experience that is unmatched and cannot be duplicated.

Admission Included

Stanze di Raffaello

The former Papal Apartments during periods of the 16th and 17th centuries are often overlooked for time management reasons so ordinary visits have a tendency to minimize time spent in these rooms. The great artist was a rival of Michelangelo who, at the same time, was dwelling in the Sistine Chapel executing his equally titanic fresco. While all rooms are overwhelming in their beauty, the graceful chromatic balancing is possibly the real fantastic characteristic which stands out in these four rooms. Eyes peeled for Raphael's most captivating works, the most famous of which is his iconic "School of Athens".

Admission Included

Sistine Chapel

See the rare magic of the Vatican Museums in the evening when the doors are open to the Sistine Chapel after the crowds have gone home. Get marooned in this religious and artistic jewel, over five centuries old and safeguarding some of the world's greatest frescoes.

Admission Included

Reviews

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4.5 (131)

LORENA_C

It was a great tour. We saw all the most important masterpieces, even some rooms which I never saw in previous tours. The Sistine Chapel always unbelievable and astonishing. The guide, Gabriel, was very clear and explained everything in details. He tried to show us all the most he could, considering the time. A very good guide! I will for sure suggest this tour to my friends. Thanks

Jennifer_H

Had a great guide (from Dublin, Ireland) for the English Tour option. Way less crowded than during the day, and our guide also led the way and highlighted some major works. Would recommend!

Michael_R

Extremely knowledgeable guide! Wonderful experience! We were so happy we took the guided tour and would highly recommend!

michellehI4112JA

Robert was super knowledgeable and personable. A great tour guide! We loved the personal experience of the evening Vatican museum small group tour.

Compass628150

Our guide was great and knew much about the art. Very personable and did not rush us. The evening tour was the better option as it was not as crowded as the times I had been during the day.

358ursulal

Our guide was great! So knowledgeable and added some humor to history so I actually remember it. Doing it in the evening meant less crowds - which was so worth it!

Dina_R

The guide was very animated and engaging! She gave us the salient points in an area that is overloaded with information. The only part that was a negative was her speed walking in the beginning, without warning. My husband is disabled and struggled to keep up with her pace. A “heads up” about how quickly we needed to walk would have been helpful.

Food_Snob_PA

Okay, it's the Vatican. You have to do it. Is night better than day? I'm not sure it makes a difference. Is a tour guide worth it? Yes. Did we happen to have the best tour guide? Probably not. Would I recommend this tour? I really think you need one, so sure, this one does tours.

Eda_S

We had a great time and learned so much! Our guide was friendly, positive, humorous and very knowledgeable. We learned so much from her.

Sarah_R

Amazing tour. Mario is excellent. Full of knowledge and really fun and lovely as a guide. Would definitely recommend as a way to make the most of the Vatican.
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2024-05-29 11:28