Private tour in Rome Dino M

Vatican Private Late Afternoon Tour - Tickets included!

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Dino M.

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Welcome to ROME, THE ETERNAL CITY ! Dear Traveler, I’m Dino, a true Roman born-and-bred, with over 16 years of experience as a professional Tourist Guide. I hold a Ph.D. in History and a "cum laude" degree in Arts from Rome’s prestigious university, and I’m a member of the Rome Guides' Association. When you visit a foreign city, you want more than just facts—you want stories, charm, and insight that bring the destination to life. That’s exactly what I offer. With me, you’ll get the insider’s perspective of Rome, crafted with expertise, warmth, and a local’s touch. Why Choose My Tours? Over the years, I’ve merged my academic background (including research in the Vatican Secret Archive) with my love for the Eternal City to design tours that are as entertaining as they are informative. Whether you’re exploring Rome, Vatican City, or the surrounding gems of the Lazio Region like Tivoli, Ancient Ostia, Frascati, or Civita di Bagnoregio, every tour is personalized to your interests. My Credentials: Over 1850 private tours since 2012 with ToursByLocals Over 800 5-star reviews!! AWARDS: # Honored as the inaugural winner of the 'Golden Guide Awards 2025' in the prestigious 'Lifetime Achievement' category #1 in ToursByLocals’ global “Top 10 Busiest Guides” list multiple times (2013–2018) My interview for Travel + Leisure magazine : https://www.travelandleisure.com/hidden-gems-in-rome-from-tour-guide-11900285 What Makes My Tours Special? Everybody is unique with different interests, wishes, expectations and tastes! Rome (and its countryside) offers an endless variety of tours and I will help you plan your day according to your preferences and interests to offer you an unforgettable and one-of-a-kind true Rome's experience! My tours can last from 3 hours up to a full day and the PRICE depends on duration. The vast majority of my tours are walking tours cause I love to show you sights, as charming squares or picturesque alleys, that you won't see on the tour bus or by car, with me you can experience only PERSONAL TOURS! Even If I'm a Ph. D my guided tours are not "historic conferences"; I'm an knowledgeable, professional but also easy going, friendly and flexible guide and I believe that people during holidays also want to have fun, to discover new interesting things about the city, to enjoy a delicious and fabulous ice-cream, to taste an italian wine, the "amatriciana" or "carbonara", or to take the best italian espresso! Do not forget you are in vacations, having fun is a must!!! Don't' hesitate to contact me with your individual requirements to design your own perfect Rome tour! I would love, that when leaving Rome, you'll love the city and appreciate its wonders as much as I do. Rome offers something for everyone. Whether you’re marveling at the grandeur of the Colosseum, wandering through the Vatican’s treasures, or exploring the countryside’s serene beauty, I’ll ensure your trip is joyous and unforgettable. MAKE YOURSELF A SPECIAL GIFT AND COME TO DISCOVER THE BEAUTY OF ROME, THE ETERNAL CITY! A once-in-a-lifetime gift awaits: Rome, the Eternal City, is calling you! See you soon in Italy, Dino

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Overview of your Rome tour

Numbers visiting the Vatican can be as high as 20, 000 per day, but few people know that the Vatican also opens for extended opening hours every month which you can take advantage of with a special late afternoon Vatican tour. This tour aims to take you to a calm and stress-free environment and to offer you a complete and exclusive tour of the Vatican. It allows you to visit and admire one of the richest historical art collections in the world without the crowds you might find in the morning and the summer heat! The lack of crowds is undoubtedly a positive advantage of this tour. Our private tour will begin with a general introduction, then I will show you the Pio-Clementino Museum (collection of Greek and Roman sculptures), the most prestigious Galleries, a "peaceful" Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo's frescoes and much more. Availability is limited! This Vatican tour does not operate every day and departs at 4. 30pm. >> St. Peter's Basilica is NOT included in this private tour

Recent Reviews

Karen B.United States
June 2026

This was a fantastic tour. Dino's knowledge was outstanding. There are so many things to see in the Vatican museums, and he gave us such insight to the parts we were able to see. You can spend several days and not see everything. Dino gave us the highlights and brought us to the best places to view everything including the Sistine Chapel. He had pictures (physical and on his iPad) that helped us understand the significance of what we were seeing which was very beneficial. Highly recommend this tour and Dino as your guide!

Lisa D.United States
October 2024

WOW doesn’t adequately describe the combination of the Vatican City and Dino’s expert knowledge and stories. Everything about the tour, and working with Dino, was top notch. Communication beforehand was easy; all details handled, and Dino was eager to personalize the tour with details such as meeting at my accommodation and spending extra time in areas of the museum I found particularly interesting. Additionally, the afternoon tour yielded many happy surprises including fewer crowds and an impromptu walk to St. Peter’s Basilica. A must-do tour with an incredible guide. Thank you Dino!

David M.United States
August 2019

Very knowledgable with high energy! Lots of knowledge about art. Nice guy.

Taryn R.United States
May 2019

Dino was FANTASTIC! From start to finish he had wonderful energy and helped us navigate the Vatican Museums which would be pretty overwhelming without a knowledgeable guide like Dino! I would highly recommend booking a tour with Dino.

Marjorie S.United States
November 2018

We visited the Vatican previously, but this was our first visit with Dino, and we would definitely recommend him for this tour. His extensive knowledge and approachable presentation enhanced our visit, and helped us to appreciate the beautiful artwork and history. Visiting in the evening is highly recommended-not nearly as crowded as our previous daytime visit.

Jeffrey E.United States
October 2018

Great tour. Dino was excellent. Strongly recommend!

Your Rome tour itinerary

Pinecone Courtyard Chiaramonti Gallery (see the photo) Octagonal Courtyard(Apollo Belvedere, Laoocon) Hall of the Animals (the marble "zoo") Hall of the Muses (Belvedere Torso) Round Hall Greek Cross Hall Chariot Hall Galleries of Candelabra, Tapestries and Geographical Maps SISTINE Chapel (Michelangelo's Frescoes) Chapel of St. Peter Martyr Christian Museum (Room of Tributes , Hall of the Papyri, Hall of the Christian Museum) * This tour can be customized to suit your interests and requests.

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Transport details
Type: Walking

WALKING

What's included
Private Guide
Tickets: Vatican Museums Tickets - Reservation fees
Services: Booking and ticketing service
What's not included
Other: Headsets rental for Vatican Museums, only for the party with more than 6 people> Taxi ride
Public Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

100 Viale Vaticano, Roma, Lazio, 00192, Italy

Main entrance of the CAFFE' VATICANO, VIALE VATICANO 100, located near the main entrance to the Vatican Museums. I will hold a folder with your name.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Architecture
Museums
Tour reference number
153145
Languages
English
Italian
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

4.9

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This private tour in Rome is perfect for travellers who want to explore the Vatican without the usual crowds and summer heat. It's ideal for those interested in history and art, as you'll be guided by Dino M., a native historian and expert. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly, and for those who prefer a light activity level.

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