Skip-the-Line Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tickets
About this activity
Highlights
- Skip-the-line access to Vatican Museums
- Explore the Sistine Chapel's masterpieces
- Visit the Vatican Gardens
- Admire Raphael Rooms
- Discover ancient Roman sculptures
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Priority access to Vatican Museums
- Entry to Sistine Chapel
- Access to Vatican Gardens
- Guided tour services
Itinerary
The Vatican Museums are the public museums of the Vatican City. They display works from the immense collection amassed by the Catholic Church and the papacy throughout the centuries, including several of the best-known Roman sculptures and most important masterpieces of Renaissance art in the world.
The Sistine Chapel is a chapel in the Apostolic Palace, the pope's official residence in Vatican City. Originally known as the Cappella Magna, it takes its name from Pope Sixtus IV, who had it built between 1473 and 1481. Since that time, it has served as a place of both religious and functionary papal activity.
Important information
Know before you book
- Tickets are valid for the date selected at the time of booking.
- Entry times are subject to availability; booking in advance is recommended.
- Children under 6 enter free; discounted rates apply for children aged 6-18.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves extensive walking.
- Photography is allowed, but flash and tripods are prohibited.
- Food and drinks are not permitted inside the Vatican Museums.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- If you purchase a reduced ticket and you are not under 16 years old or a student under 26 years old with a valid STUDENT PHOTO ID, the Vatican will deny your entry and you will not be able to visit the Vatican or join the tour.
- All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
- Knees & Shoulders MUST be covered for both men & women.
- Some monuments or areas may be under restoration and subject to last minute closures. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
- "Upgrade for guided tours included skip the line access to the Vatican museums & Sistine chapel (+ St.Peter's basilica if open) duration: 2.5 hours "
- If you have booked a guided tour please note that St.Peter's Basilica is subject to last minute closures and can not always be included
Traveler reviews
So easy and worth the while!
Great choice for easy access and skipping the lines! Would highly recommend this so you have more time to explore and spend less time waiting!
Breath taking
Excellent experience, would book again with this agent - very friendly and accommodating
Perfect Guide
This experience was perfect. We were able to walk with our guide Maggie and learn so much about the Vatican, Sistine Chapel, and St Peter’s!! It was one of the more favorite parts of our trip. Thankful we were able to book!! A must do & make sure you do it in advance !!
Confusing redemption process not well explained
The tripadvisor ticket you receive is not what you need... You have to go to an office for Maya Tours near the Vatican museums to collect this ticket. I am normally really on top of obscure directions, but this one was really hidden. When I arrived at Maya, they were closed for lunch, and it was 20 minutes past when the lunch ends. It's Italy... I know, but it created unnecessary anxiety. They could easily call the ticket name redeem at Maya Tours. The process was unnecessarily confusing. Skip the line saves you from the commoner wait for a ticket. It stretched a half a block, but it puts you in plenty of lines still. We were more than a block back in the skip the line ticket line. Good news, it moved quickly but I am unsure of it's worth the upcharge.
Deny is the BEST
Our guide Deny was incredible!!! Not only was she fluent in 6+ languages, she knew all of the ins and outs of the tour. Her knowledge was vast and I learned more in a 3hr tour with her than I ever would have on my own. Her storytelling is something I will remember for the rest of my life. Thank you, Deny!!