VIP Semi-Private Key Master Experience | Opening the Sistine Chapel Reviews

VIP Access Done Right

Meeting the Vatican key holder and helping open the museum was surreal. Every door we unlocked felt like we were in on a secret. It doesn't get any more VIP than this, enjoying a fresh breakfast in the Vatican solidified it.

Investment Worth Making

Watching the galleries light up with nobody else around was surreal. You simply can’t put a price on having the Sistine Chapel all to yourself with your group. LivTours nailed every detail of this magical experience.

A Rare Glimpse Behind the Vatican’s Doors

Seeing the Vatican before even the staff fully arrived, participating in the morning ritual of unlocking the museum, I felt like we were witnessing a secret that 99.9% of visitors will never know exists. Truly grateful to have lived this, I will never forget what it has done for me.

Priceless Experience

Every step of this experience reminded us how rare it was. There was no background chatter, no rush, no shuffling through crowds. It was full of gasps, calmness, and serenity as the masterpieces slowly revealed with each light switch. We were the first people to stand beneath the ceiling that day, and we had it entirely to ourselves.

Feels Like Something No One Else Gets to Do

We were informed the Vatican opens its doors to 25,000 people a day! And we were inside before a single one of them!! It was incredible to be one of just 20 people walking through the galleries in the dark, helping to “wake up” the museum. The Sistine Chapel was completely empty except for us. No words can describe the feeling of this experience!

Did not even know this was possible! Truly Remarkable

I never even imagined I'd hold a centuries-old key and physically open a door inside the Vatican. The privilege of being inside before the public, hearing only the click of switches was extraordinary. I did not even know this tour was a possibility in the Vatican, thank you to LivTours for making this happen; this was beyond a dream.

The Most Exclusive Experience We’ve Ever Booked

How often do you get to unlock the doors of the Vatican? This was beyond a VIP experience; it felt like we were guests of the Pope himself. Just a small group of us walking around alongside the Vatican Key Master himself, flipping lights on and seeing the Raphael Rooms and Sistine Chapel in complete stillness. Unreal.

A VIP Experience That Actually Feels VIP

Everything was timed perfectly, from walking in before sunrise to the delicious breakfast at the end. This was an extremely rare experience, and I am grateful to have lived it. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to see the Vatican differently.

Completely Worth the Early Wake-Up

Waking up before dawn for this tour was absolutely worth it. Being the first group to walk the halls of the Vatican of the day and light up the Gallery of Maps was unforgettable. Once in a lifetime experience, thanks to LivTours.

Unlocking the Vatican Felt Like a Dream

Turning the key to open the Vatican Museums is something I never thought I’d experience. We walked through the galleries in total silence, watching the lights turn on one by one. The Sistine Chapel with just our group inside was surreal.