Gain exclusive early-bird access to the Vatican Museums before the official opening time and your group, along with your own personal expert guide, will be one step ahead of the other 35,000 daily expected visitors.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Duration 3 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Skip the ticket line
Live tour guide: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian

Highlights

Gain VIP access to the Vatican before official opening hours
Stay one step ahead of the crowd in the world’s most popular museum
Hear your expert guide with exceptional clarity
Enjoy a more intimate tour experience with your group
See extra hidden treasures often overlooked on tours amid the hustle and bustle

Full description

Beat the rush and get exclusive VIP access through the museum doors before they open to the public with this early-access Vatican VIP Tour. A privilege extended by the Vatican Museums to only the most prestigious, longstanding, and reputable tour companies in the city, your group will be granted access before the other 35,000 daily guests to this, the largest and most mysterious museum in the world! You will have time to visit certain parts of the museum that you otherwise wouldn’t have had, including the Pope’s collection of vehicles in the Carriage Pavilion, the Greek Cross Hall, and the idyllic Pine Cone Courtyard garden.

Includes

Tour guide
Headsets
Entrance fees
Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Vatican Museums
Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Sistine Chapel
Free Wi-Fi at the meeting point
Bathroom access
Recharging station for your devices

Transportation
Tips

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask
Masks are required while indoors
All participants are required to bring and wear FFP2 masks. Blue surgical masks will not be accepted

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

Not allowed

Shorts
Sleeveless shirts
Backpacks

Know before you go

All visitors must pass through airport-style security

Vatican City: VIP Vatican Early-Access Tour

Vatican City: VIP Vatican Early-Access Tour

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