Golf Cart & Vatican Walking Tour by My Best Tour in Rome
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal walking outside the Vatican museums
Overview
Unlock Rome’s grand sights and Vatican treasures in one seamless tour. Ride a golf cart through the city’s historic core, then dive into the Vatican Museums with skip-the-line access and expert guides. Discover how convenience and culture combine in this unique journey.
4 Hour Golf Cart and Vatican Walking Tour Combined
All Ages • 7 Hours • Entrance Fees Included
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About This Adventure
Combine your golf cart tour of Rome with a walking tour of the Vatican Museum
Duration
7 hours
Description
You can combine your golf cart tour of Rome with a walking tour of the Vatican and St Peter’s Basilica
• 9.30am pick-up from your hotel, (if located in the city within the golf carts’ range). The golf cart tour covers the center of Rome, all the main highlights, the Pantheon, Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountains, the Pantheon (you can personalize).
• 1.30/2.00pm you will be brought to our offices, very near the entrance to the Museum, to meet your specialized guide for the Vatican Museum and St Peter’s Basilica and we arrange “skip the line tickets”.
It’s possibile to get something to eat during the golf cart tour or near our offices.
To get from the entrance of the Museum to the Sistine Chapel it will take between 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on how the crowds will be moving inside the Museums the day of your visit.
With this Private Tour you can dedicate time to things that interest you the most and skip other parts.
At the end of the Vatican Tour you’ll be on your own, should you wish a one way private transfer (return to hotel or place of your choice) this is available at an additional cost.
Good to know
If you are more than 5 people in group AND have one or more wheelchairs with you, please contact us directly by email or by phone.
Note: If you are coming on a cruise for the day, do not book this tour. Please find the tours that are right for you here: https://mybesttour.com/tour/cruisers/
Adventure Tips
Wear comfortable shoes for walking museum floors
Though the golf cart minimizes walking around Rome, the Vatican tour involves standing and walking on marble and stone surfaces.
Bring a light jacket or scarf
The Vatican Museums and Basilica can be cool inside, even during warm months.
Stay hydrated during the golf cart tour
Carry a water bottle to keep refreshed as you traverse Rome’s city streets in open-air golf carts.
Book hotel pickup if within golf cart range
This service adds convenience and cuts walking distance, so check with My Best Tour beforehand.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Pigeons at Piazza Venezia and Piazza Navona
- Sparrows in the Vatican Gardens (visible from some windows)
History
Vatican Museums were established in the early 16th century and house one of the world’s largest art collections, highlighting centuries of papal patronage.
Conservation
My Best Tour supports sustainable tourism by limiting walking impact with golf carts and promoting respectful visitor behavior within cultural sites.
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Adventure Hotspots in Rome
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes ease extended walking inside the Vatican and while moving between stops.
Water bottle
Staying hydrated is crucial during warm months, especially on the golf cart portions.
summer specific
Light jacket or scarf
It helps adjust to indoor temperatures inside museums and basilicas.
spring specific
Camera or smartphone
Capture Roman architecture and Vatican masterpieces throughout the day.