Vatican Treasures: Private Family Journey Through Art & History

Highlights

• Exclusive Private Tour
• Vatican Galleries
• Vatican Masterpieces

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Stop 1

   36min

   Wander through the Gallery of the Candelabra, lined with elegantly sculpted candelabra and classical statues. This gallery divides into six sections, each adorned with beautiful marble floors and stunning ceiling frescoes.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   36min

   Explore the Gallery of the Tapestries, where you'll be captivated by the intricate tapestries depicting scenes from the Bible, crafted by the school of Raphael. These tapestries showcase remarkable craftsmanship and historical significance.

3. 3

   Galleria Delle Carte Geografiche

   36min

   Be amazed in the Gallery of the Maps, featuring topographical maps of Italy painted on the walls. Spanning over 120 meters, this gallery offers a fascinating insight into the geographical perception of Italy in the late 16th century.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   36min

   Visit the Octagonal Courtyard, part of the Pio-Clementino Museum, known for its collection of exquisite ancient sculptures including the Laocoön and the Apollo Belvedere.

5. 5

   Sistine Chapel

   36min

   Marvel at the Round Room, modeled after the Pantheon and featuring a massive bronze Hercules and a stunning mosaic floor from ancient Roman villas. Combine this visit with the iconic Sistine Chapel, known worldwide for Michelangelo’s ceiling and The Last Judgment mural. Both attractions provide a profound experience of artistic and historical wealth.

Before you go

Location