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Our team will open the door to an Italy that is experienced only by locals
Enjoy Italy’s most important sights with a curated experience from start to end
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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.
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“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.”
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.
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“The absolute best way to see the Vatican. The smaller group size makes it easy to connect with your guide and enriches the experience.”
Our mission is to bridge the gap between travelers and the real Italy. Not only will you see Italy’s most important sights in the best possible way, but, with us, you can travel beyond that and experience Italy like a local.
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Each place has its own story to tell. Our team will open the door to an Italy that is often experienced only by locals
ADAGAD1
30 Aug, 2025
This is my second time back at the VaticanSistineBasilica and its almost overwhelming how many incredible things there are to see Our tour guide Gaga was friendly very informative and took extra time to explain what we were seeing I felt this time I learned a lot more about the art history and the Vatican itself Highly recommended if you have any interest in art history or culture
JG0087
TripAdvisor
29 Aug, 2025
We had a very knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide who was enjoyable to listen to and great chat with and ask questions Were very glad we did this tour and wouldnt hesitate to recommend to others
Giancarlo Romano
29 Aug, 2025
Visita guidata ai Musei Vaticani e Cappella Sistina Il gruppo guidato da Martina comprendeva cinque partecipanti Luogo di incontro facile da trovare e partenza in perfetto orario La visita è durata due ore e mezzo colmata dalle interessanti spiegazioni di Martina sempre disponibile a rispondere alle domande dei partecipanti e ad aggiungere dettagli Il tour gestito da una professionista molto preparata e risultato piacevole e a mio parere non ci sono aspetti negativi da sottolineare Consigliatissimo Translated by Google Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel The group led by Martina consisted of five people The meeting point was easy to find and the tour departed right on time The tour lasted two and a half hours filled with Martinas interesting explanations who was always available to answer questions and provide additional details The tour led by a very knowledgeable professional was enjoyable and in my opinion there are no negatives to report Highly recommended