Beautiful view of St Peter Square at night
Sistine Chapel's ceiling
Rapahel paint
Guy taking a picture inside the Raphael rooms
Unique Experience

Vatican Museums Guided Twilight Tour with Sistine Chapel

New Tour
2h
English
20
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri & Sat
17:10

  • Evening access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel for a unique, and powerful experience.
  • Our Expert Vatican guide bring the Vatican’s masterpieces to life with engaging stories and insights.
  • Our group size (maximum 20) ensures a personalized and comfortable tour.
  • Skip the lines and maximize your time exploring iconic Renaissance art.

Tour Description

What's Included

  • Expert Tour Guide
  • Group Limited to 20 People
  • Reserved Access to Vatican Museums
  • Reserved Access to The Sistine Chapel
  • All Entrance & Reservation Fees
  • Audio Headsets
  • Gratuities (welcomed and appreciated)
  • Private Pick-up & Drop-off

Sites Visited

  • Vatican Museums
  • Sistine Chapel
  • Pinecone Courtyard
  • Raphael Rooms
  • Gallery of Maps
  • Gallery of Tapestries
  • St. Peter’s Square

Step Into the Vatican & Sistine Chapel – After Dark

Discover the Vatican like never before on our exclusive evening tour, a unique opportunity to experience its treasures without the daytime crowds. During this 2-hour guided tour, you’ll gain priority access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, exploring their world-renowned art in a peaceful, after-hours setting.
Your experience officially begins at our meeting point, where a friendly team member will assist with check-in before leading you to the entrance. Once inside, you’ll bypass the lines and dive straight into the awe-inspiring galleries, starting with the historic Pinecone Courtyard. From there, your guide will unveil highlights like the intricate Gallery of Tapestries and the Hall of Maps, sharing stories of the art, history, and visionaries that shaped these masterpieces.

The evening culminates in the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s legendary frescoes, such as The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment, can be appreciated in the serene evening ambiance. Your guide’s expert commentary ensures every detail comes alive, creating a truly unforgettable experience.

End your tour with a moment of reflection outside, surrounded by the quiet beauty of the Vatican grounds. St. Peter’s Basilica, bathed in light, provides the perfect backdrop for the conclusion of this remarkable evening.

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