Private tour in Rome Joe C

Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Saint Peter's Basilica

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Joe C.

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Ciao! My name is Joe and I am a licensed tour guide in Rome and Vatican city. I'd be very happy to show my beautiful city and take you to unique places Rome has to offer! Welcome to my city, Rome. Bienvenidos a mi ciudad, Roma. I was born in Argentina to an Italian family. In addition to Argentina and Italy, I've been living also in the United States and in Finland. Even though I have been living abroad for quite many years, Rome and Italy have always been closest to my heart. My background in working as a tour guide is very versatile. I started tour guiding in 2007. I have been making tours to private groups, big and small, for example, families with kids, couples and friends. In addition to private groups, I have been working also for cruise companies and for travel agencies. For Rome and Vatican City, I have ready planned tours and we can also plan a tailored tour according to your own interests. I'm also available for shore excursions, excursions in the nearby cities of Florence and Naples or any other city in southern Italy. I like working as a tour guide because I have a chance to meet many people from all over the world. I always look forward to sharing my knowledge and passion for art, history and food culture. I also enjoy travelling myself and my aim is to make everyone's tour as comfortable as possible. My guiding languages are Spanish, English and Italian. Feel free to contact me for any information you may need! Licenced Tour Guide Vatican Museums Guide Licence

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Overview of your Rome tour

The Vatican Museums are one of Italy's most renowned attractions, offering a journey through centuries of art and history. Our tour begins with a walk to the Pinacoteca Courtyard and the Pinecone Courtyard, where I will provide a brief introduction to the museums. From there, we will explore the Museo Pio-Clementino, home to an impressive collection of classical statues. Following this, we’ll stroll through various galleries, each filled with priceless treasures, ultimately leading to the Raphael Rooms, famous for their breathtaking frescoes by Raphael. After admiring Raphael’s masterpieces, the tour continues to the Sistine Chapel, where you'll witness Michelangelo's iconic ceiling paintings. The experience concludes with a guided visit to St. Peter's Basilica, one of the most important and beautiful churches in the world.

Recent Reviews

Roger W.United States
November 2025

Joe was excellent, on time and very accommodating to our requests to first stop for espresso. We went at our own pace and he explained everything in English and again in Spanish. He’s extremely knowledgeable and we will book him for other tours in the future.

Luis L.
June 2025

Joe is a very knowledgeable person about Roman History. He will privide you with a lot of information and make your tour very personal. Highly recommended !!!

Laura L.United States
June 2019

Joe was excellent. I would recommend him always.

Your Rome tour itinerary

Sites Included: • Vatican Museum • The Pinacoteca Courtyard - with views of St. Peter's Basilica • The Pinecone Courtyard • The Chiaramonti Museum • The Gallery of the Candelabra - ancient sculptures • Gallery of the Tapestries • Gallery of the Maps • The Raphael Rooms • The Sistine Chapel • St. Peter's Basilica • St. Peter's Square

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Transport details
Type: Walking

Walking tour, no transportation included. If you need private transportation to reach the museums, please don't hesitate to contact me for a customized tour.

What's included
Other: Guiding fee Skip the line tickets Earphones for groups over 5 people
Private Guide
Tickets: skip the line tickets
Equipment: Whisper radios
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Private Transportation
Private Transportation With Driver
Accommodation
Tastings
Classes Workshop
Services
Meeting location

99 Viale Vaticano, Roma, Lazio, 00165, Italy

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Tour starts near the Vatican Museums entrance.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Museums
Art And Culture
Tour reference number
579909
Languages
Spanish
Italian
English
Activity level
Minimal

Traveller reviews

5.0

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This private tour in Rome is perfect for art and history enthusiasts who want to explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica with a knowledgeable guide. It's also ideal for travellers who prefer a personalized experience, as Joe C. can offer deeper insights into the Papal treasures. With a maximum group size of 6, it ensures an intimate and engaging experience.

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Hours icon 4 hours
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