Step into the heart of Vatican City on a private three-hour tour with City Florence Tours. Experience St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican’s wonders in an intimate, crowd-free setting perfect for curious travelers.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels with mostly walking and standing required.
Wildlife
History
Vatican City was established as an independent city-state in 1929, blending centuries of religious tradition and art patronage centered around the papacy.
Conservation
Efforts to preserve the Vatican’s art and architecture include restricted visitor access to sensitive areas and promotion of sustainable tourism practices.
City Florence Tours
Step into the heart of Vatican City on a private three-hour tour with City Florence Tours. Experience St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican’s wonders in an intimate, crowd-free setting perfect for curious travelers.
City Florence Tours is a guided tour operator based in Roma, Lazio that specializes in curated experiences across Florence. The company offers a wide range of tours and skip-the-line ticket options for Florence’s top museums and landmarks, including the Uffizi Gallery, Accademia Gallery (home of Michelangelo’s David), Palazzo Vecchio, Pitti Palace and the Boboli Gardens. City Florence Tours provides both private and small-group formats, from intimate 90-minute private museum walkthroughs to multi-hour combined gallery tours.
Guided experiences include art-focused visits (Uffizi, Accademia, Bargello), architectural highlights (Florence Duomo complex, Brunelleschi’s Dome), culinary and market tours (Florence Central Market), and regionally focused day trips (Chianti wineries and Brolio Castle). Several products explicitly offer priority or skip-the-line entry and escorted entrances to reduce wait times. Local, knowledgeable guides are included in many itineraries to contextualize Renaissance art, Medici history, and Florentine culture. City Florence Tours lists both private tours and small-group options, and several tours include priority access or skip-the-line tickets to maximize time inside major sites. All descriptions and trip names are drawn from the company’s offered experiences, focused on delivering access to Florence’s principal museums, palaces, gardens and culinary scenes.
Based In
Roma, Lazio
Italian HQ for Florence tours
Group Options
Private & Small Group
Private tours and small group choices
Skip-the-Line
6
Priority entry options available
Tours Offered
22
Curated Florence experiences
Secure skip-the-line tickets, private guides, or a small-group experience—reserve the ideal Florence itinerary now.
Arrive Early
Reach the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the start to ensure a smooth check-in and avoid missing any part of the tour.
Dress Appropriately
Wear modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees to meet Vatican dress code requirements for St. Peter’s Basilica.
Bring a Water Bottle
Carry water to stay hydrated—especially in warmer months—as the tour involves walking and standing indoors with limited seating.
Photography Guidelines
Photography is allowed in most areas, but avoid flash inside the basilica to respect the sacred atmosphere and preservation rules.
Comfortable walking shoes
Wear supportive shoes to navigate marble floors and cobblestone streets smoothly.
Lightweight jacket
Bring a jacket for cool spring mornings or inclement weather.
spring
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during warmer months to maintain comfort on your tour.
summer
Small backpack
Carry essentials like water, guide materials, and personal items without hassle.