Shelley D.United States
Excellent Guide. Very knowledgeable and helped us get a taxi back to our hotel afterwards!
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Private tour in Rome Isabella P
Vatican Complete Experience with Skip the Line Tickets
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4 hours
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Private tour for 1-8 people
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Isabella P.
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"We invite one another not barely to eat and drink but to eat and drink together" Plutarch I was born in Rome on the same day of Julius Caesar! I have a Degree and a Master in Art History; as an official Vatican guide I attended many courses by the Holy See concerning their collections and History of the Church. I keep studying and researching about Art. As I became a guide I was the youngest…now I am not the oldest! My work is my passion: every day is a new day and every guest a new guest. I like exploring Rome, wandering trough the town with my clients following their personalities, needs, wishes…. I like creating personalized tours, from the classical visits for "first comers" as literary tours, food tours or …"mood tours" following the inspiration of the day… My goal is to share with you my love for Rome, Art and "slow living" and make you feel at home even if you come from far far away…. Private licensed guide. Degree and a Master in Art History. Official Vatican guide, I attended many courses by the Holy See concerning their collections and History of the Church. I can prepare for you customized tours (full day or half day) with luxury private car and driver If my calendar appears unavailable, please contact me anyway. I can organize private transportation by private car and driver. I provide pick-up and drop-off at the hotel or port via the driver. I’ll meet you at the meeting point. For easy communication on the day of the tour, I suggest downloading WhatsApp on your smartphone.
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Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums, and St Peter Basilica: Half Day Private Tour
Overview of your Rome tour
This is one of the most complete tour of the Vatican's Museums! You will have the chance to visit the Cabinet of Masks exclusively, it will reveal you a section of the museums that you will be able to admire far from the crowd, to give you a taste of what it was like when they were admitted only few and highly selected guests: a real privilege! From here the route takes us through the Gallery of Candelabras followed by the Gallery of Tapestries and that of Geographical Maps. After all this incredible beauty we enter the Sistine Chapel to enjoy the wonderful frescoes, with Stories from the Old and New Testament and Michelangelo's masterpieces: the Genesis and the Last Judgement. The Basilica of St. Peter will be the last stop of our visit: one of the most important churches in the Christian world, built above St. Peter's resting place. This is where precious works of art are exhibited, such as the Pietà and the Baldacchino by Gian Lorenzo Bernini. Let's go together!
Recent Reviews
James B.United States
wonderful, knowledgeable, personal, a real treat
Neil S.United States
Isabella took us on a wonderful tour of the Vatican during our visit to Rome. She was able to give us access to locations that are usually not accessible to visitors. Among the highlights we had an extensive walk through the Vatican Museum, a leisurely time to enjoy the breathtaking interior of the Sistine Chapel, and plenty of time to wander around St. Peter's Basilica. Throughout the day Isabella was an endless source of information on the history of the various locations, the activities that take place there, and especially the amazing artwork. We could have never gotten so much out of a visit here if we'd tried to do it on our own. Tours like the one Isabella led for us are really the way to go if you want to get the full experience of this amazing place.
Craig V.United States
Vatican tour with Isabella was very good and informative. She was very interactive with everyone in my family.
Mark H.United States
This is a great tour and Isabella is FABULOUS! She gave us so much information in an engaging, interesting way. I highly recommend Isabella and this tour!! mark - Los Angeles
Chuck C.United States
Isabella is friendly, knowledgeable, and flexible; we highly recommend her as your tour guide. We used her for 3 different tours: Vatican; Colosseum; and Rome Highlights Golf Cart tour. She was delightful to be with. Thanks, Isabella!
Your Rome tour itinerary
The tour includes: -Vatican Museums: Courtyard of Pigna Courtyard Ottagono Pio Clementino Museum Gallery of Animals Gallery of Muses Gallery Rotonda Candelabra Museum Tapestry Museum Gallery of the Maps -Sistine Chapel -St. Peter's Basilica, also inside -St. Peter's Square -I can customize this tour according to your requests. -The Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel are closed on SUNDAYS and Catholic Holidays. -Please write me if there are people with mobility problems and if you use or need a wheelchair, the itinerary will be different. -Please bring a copy of your passport (hard copy or photo on your phone) tickets are nominal and you must show a copy of your documents. -The Vatican DRESS CODE is strict and requires shoulders and knees covered: low cut or sleeveless clothing, shorts, miniskirts, and hats for men are not allowed
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Transport details
Type: Walking
Walking Tour -I suggest bringing a bottle of water and to wear comfortable shoes. -For security reasons, all visitors are to be screened with Metal Detectors. -Only small bags/backpacks are permitted (size 40x35x15). Long umbrellas are not permitted.
What's included
Private Guide
Tickets: Skip the line tickets
Other: This tour allows reach to St. Peter's Basilica directly from the Sistine Chapel via Regia Staircase (strollers and wheelchairs are not accepted). On WEDNESDAY mornings St. Peter's Basilica may be closed until 1 pm due to papal audiences. St. Peter's Basilica may close Without Notice due to Masses or events. In this case, you may be able to spend more time visiting the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. The guide is NOT responsible for these closures.
What's not included
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Other: Personal expenses
Meeting location
Tmark Hotel Vaticano, Viale Vaticano, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
Viale Vaticano 99 at the exit of TMark Hotel https://maps.app.goo.gl/9TUL4uab1wrREQ9A9 I will have a sign with your name NOTE: You can request a different meeting point (e.g. your hotel) during checkout. However, I kindly ask you to keep the indicated meeting point to make the most of your tour time and avoid delays. If you need a private transfer to/from your accommodation, please contact me before booking.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Art And Culture
City Highlights
History
Museums
Tour reference number
809658
Languages
English
French
German
ItalianActivity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
5.0
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This private tour in Rome is perfect for travellers who want an in-depth exploration of the Vatican's Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. It's ideal for those who appreciate art, history, and culture, and want to experience these iconic sites with the convenience of skip-the-line tickets. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible.
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