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Small Group: Stories of the Vatican Tour + St. Peter's Basilica Access
318 reviews
Uncover the captivating stories behind every masterpiece on our small group, Skip-the-Line Vatican Tour. With groups of 10 or fewer, breeze through the entrance, getting to know your fellow explorers before delving into the Vatican Museums.This isn't an average Vatican tour. Your personalized itinerary unveils the stories, history, legends, and secrets behind the Museum's most cherished works. Guided by an expert English-speaking Vatican guide, you'll fully immerse yourself in the wonders of the Vatican Museums. Cap off your visit with a special entrance to the Sistine Chapel, where your guide will prepare you to marvel at Michelangelo's greatest masterpiece.Your insider guide ensures an optimized visit on the day of your tour, guaranteeing you witness the Vatican Museum's most significant highlights. Perfect for first-timers, the tour covers key destinations like the Pinecone Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, Room of the Muses, Round Room, Greek Cross Room, Candelabra Gallery, Gallery of the Tapestries, and the Gallery of the Maps during a typical Vatican tour.At the conclusion of your tour, you will enjoy skip-the-line access to St. Peter's Basilica, excluding Wednesdays and special events.
2.5 hours
€ 149.00
Suggested by:
Luigi
CEO
“The absolute best way to see the Vatican. The smaller group size makes it easy to connect with your guide and enriches the experience.”
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First Access Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel + St. Peter's Basilica Access
136 reviews
Gain first access to the Vatican Museums and skip the lines. Immerse yourself in the wonders within these walls in a more intimate setting. Your experience will be elevated by an expert Vatican guide and an exclusive small group of 10 or fewer.This is no ordinary Vatican tour. Your itinerary is meticulously designed to unravel the stories, history, legends, and even secrets behind the Museum's most treasured works. Guided by an expert English-speaking Vatican guide, you'll fully appreciate the marvels the Vatican Museums offer. Cap off your visit with a special entrance to the Sistine Chapel, where your guide will prepare you to admire Michelangelo's greatest masterpiece.Your insider guide will optimize your visit on the day of your tour ensuring you witness the Vatican Museum's most important highlights.Ideal for first-timers to the Vatican, this tour covers the Vatican Museums; Sistine Chapel, including, but not limited to, the Pinecone Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, Room of the Muses, the Round Room, Greek Cross Room, Candelabra Gallery, Gallery of the Tapestries, and the Gallery of the Maps.At the conclusion of your tour, you will enjoy skip-the-line access to St. Peter's Basilica, excluding Wednesdays and special events.
2.5 hours
€ 159.00
Suggested by:
Cosimo
COO
“It's worth it to wake up early and take advantage of the first access of the day into the Vatican - you are always a few steps ahead of the daytime crowds.”
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San Clemente Underground Tour
68 reviews
Just a stone’s throw from the Colosseum, you will find one of Rome’s hidden gems, the 12th-century Basilica and the archeological site of San Clemente. Visit this incredible place and navigate three underground levels which uncover over 2,000 years of history. The Basilica reveals a sparkling gold mosaic in the central nave. What lies beneath the Basilica remained a secret until 1860 when a flood led an Irish Dominican Roman Catholic priest and archaeologist to discover the levels beneath.Today, the excavations are still not complete but you can descend 100 feet underground. At the first level is a 4th-century Basilica, which was long forgotten after the construction of the 12th-century Basilica above. Further down are the remains of an ancient pagan Mithraic temple, complete with an altar. Past the temple are the ruins of ancient Roman homes. All of this is incredibly preserved and was painstakingly excavated. At the lowest level, discover the underground spring which caused the chaos that led to the underground discovery.
1.5 hours
€ 49.00
Suggested by:
Kimberly Ann
CFO/CTO
“I love this tour because it's such a great example of the many-layered lasagna that is Rome, it is so cool to descend underground through history.”
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Cosimo
COO
Our COO, leader of the pack! Cosimo boasts over a decade of events and tours expertise. Spearheading EcoArt Travel's operations, he embeds a people-centric approach into our tours, guiding our team of 15+ to consistently earn five-star reviews.
Kimberly Ann
CFO/CTO
CFO & CTO, anything product & technology is under Kimberly's umbrella. With nearly two decades of experience growing tour companies, Kimberly is always on the hunt for the next adventure, ensuring travelers experience the best of Italy.
Luigi
CEO
Luigi, the CEO and founder of EcoArt, is a driving force in Italian tourism. With his deep local connections, Luigi has dedicated his career to sustaining initiatives that reimagine travel experiences,
Eddy
Tour Guide
Eddy is an archaeologist and speleologist, always passionate about paleontology and prehistoric civilizations. He loves art, traveling to mysterious destinations and above all everything about the 80s!
Gina
TOUR GUIDE
Gina has lived in Rome for nearly half of her life. She speaks English, Italian, Russian, and Portuguese. She has a passion for history and the stories of people. Rome is not only eternal but also infinite.
Stefano
TOUR GUIDE
Stefano has worked in tourism since 1997, first as a Tour Leader, then as a City Guide for 12 years. He studied Tourism in high school and Languages and Literature at the University of Rome. He enjoys meeting people, traveling, and making connections.
Riccardo
tour guide
Since 2015, Riccardo has been guiding tours at the Vatican Museums. He finds joy in photography, cinema, traveling, and martial arts. His favorite author is Haruki Murakami.
Sara
Tour Guide
Sarah is an art historian and tour guide based in Rome. She sees her role as a mission to immerse people in the profound beauty and stories of Rome. It's not just a tour she offers, but an unforgettable experience of the city!
Lindy
TOUR GUIDE
Lindy pursued her studies in Museology and Cultural Heritage in the Netherlands before relocating to Rome. With over 10 years of dedicated guiding experience, she possesses extensive knowledge of Rome and the Vatican Museums, navigating both expertly.
Oscar
TOUR GUIDE
Oscar is an expert storyteller unraveling the layers of Rome's ancient past and modern charm.
Rosalba
tour guide
Rosalba is a friendly guide sharing insider tips and captivating tales of Rome's timeless beauty.
Maria Laura
TOUR GUIDE
Maria Laura loves challenges and winning. Passionate about art, history, and fashion, her bedside table essentials include an archaeology manual, a novel, and Vogue.
Ilaria
Tour Guide
Hi! My name is Ilaria and I have been a tour guide since 2009. My job is my biggest passion and I am an incurable enthusiastic about Rome and is treaseures.
Fabio
tour guide
Friendly guide sharing insider tips and captivating tales of Rome's timeless beauty.
Polina
Tour Guide
I'm Polina, a passionate guide from Rome. Every day during my tours as a historian and archeologist I strive to bring the past to life uncovering curious facts about this city where every cobblestone has a story waiting to be told!
Giuseppe
Tour Guide
Professional tour guide delivering memorable experiences amidst Rome's historical grandeur.
Martina
Tour Guide
A passionate and enthusiastic tour guide with a sparkling touch. I like to lead a relaxing, informative and fun tour. I enjoy sharing my passion with people from other cultures and making sure you discover the best of Rome in order to bring back home me
Loreley
Tour Guide
Ciao a Tutti sono nata e cresciuta a Roma, amo l'arte e le persone, mi sono laureata è ho fatto del mio lavoro la mia passione.
Monica
TOUR GUIDE
Knowledgeable Rome tour guide blending history, art, and local insights for an immersive experience.
Adriano
Tour Guide
Hi everybody! My name is Adriano and I am a tour guide. I have been working in the world of tourism since 2006. I love to take people through the wonders of the Eternal City.
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evvie
TripAdvisor
18 Apr, 2024
Great experience
Martina was a great tour guide very prepared knowledgeable and courteous She made the tour enjoyable I would recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see Vatican City
Sunshine58664280380
TripAdvisor
18 Apr, 2024
Brilliant
Francesco was our guide the tour was amazing his knowledge and enthusiasm was inspirational the whole experience was fantasticwell organised and well worth every penny dont hesitate to book
hg67as
TripAdvisor
18 Apr, 2024
Good tour but Vatican is overcrowded
Rosalba and EcoArt did a very good tour The meetup location was clear and the queue jump went well Rosalba was knowledgeable and interesting Unfortunately the museum was totally packed and it was difficult for the tour group to keep together among the crowds The audio system is also a bit unreliable so sometimes it is hard to hear what Rosalba is saying The tour went through all the main galleries including ancient Etruscan and Roman art map room Raphael room very quickly and Sistine chapel Also the tour visited St Peter church No time on the tour to visit gardens or to linger over art works