The Vatican is an official city-state within the city of Rome with a long history that is the center power of the Roman Catholic Church. Many tourists from around the world come to the Vatican to view this magnificent 110 acres of wonderful masterpieces whether in architectural design, sculptures, monuments, or secret passageways under the churches and basilicas.
The Vatican is home to many wonderful works of art and buildings that are famous throughout the world such as St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel. Both of these are home to various famous pieces of art including works by Botticelli, Bernini, Raphael, and Michelangelo.
As for history, the Vatican Library and the Vatican Museums are of the highest historical, scientific, and cultural importance with many items dating back centuries ago. UNESCO added the Vatican to the List of World Heritage Sites in 1984.
A guided personal and private tour with a guide from Personal Guide in Rome will give you a chance to embrace the history of the Vatican as well as enjoy a private and exclusive tour of all of the facilities without standing in long lines. Some of the highlights of the private tour of the Vatican include Saint Peter's Basilica, Sistine Chapel, Vatican Gardens, and the Vatican Museums. The Vatican Museums tour will include, the Ancient Papal Apartments painted by Raphael, and the outstanding Sistine Chapel.
If you request in advance we can also provide you with tickets to attend the Papal Audience that His Holiness Benedict XVI gives every Wednesday at 10:30am in Saint Peter's Square.
All the churches in Italy have a strict dress code; no one may enter wearing shorts, miniskirts, sleeveless shirts, or bare shoulders. Please dress appropriately for these guided tours.