Vatican Museums tickets & tours

Unlock skip-the-line access to St. Peter’s Basilica with this 3-in-1 tour!

• Get the complete Vatican City experience coupled with expert insights about the smallest country in the world with this guided tour.
• This is the only experience that grants you fast-track access to all 3 sites – Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica.
• An engaging storytelling experience awaits. Watch art and history come to life as you walk through the Gallery of Maps with your guide.
• Get the flexibility to choose skip-the-line entry or a guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and curate a Vatican City experience that suits you best.
• The cherry on top? With this tour, you'll head to St. Peter's Basilica via a back door from Sistine Chapel saving you 20 mins of walking time and a 2-hour queue.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line entry
• Skip-the-line entry or guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica (as per option selected)
• Expert English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking guide
• Headphones

Exclusions

• Gratuities
• Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and the Dome

• Tip: Planning your Rome itinerary? Be sure to set aside one entire day to fully explore the Vatican City. Comfy shoes are a must as you traverse all the nooks of this tiny nation!
• Strict dress code: Knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
• Accessibility: While the tour is not accessible to wheelchair users, the Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with mobility impairments (certified invalidity exceeding 74%) and a companion if required.
• Inside the Sistine Chapel, it's all about the quiet vibes. No chatter, no phones, and no photos, just pure awe. But don't worry, an expert guide will fill you in on all the details before you step inside.
• Expect a considerable wait at the security line, especially during peak times. Patience is key, it could take up to an hour!

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Your fast-track access ticket to Rome's most popular museum.

• The Vatican draws over 5 million people annually, so crowds are a given. Save around 2-3 hours bypassing the ticketing queue with these tickets.
• Get direct entry tickets to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel or choose to skip ticketing queues with a host.
• Admire The Last Judgement, the mighty composition by Michelangelo that has been one of the most influential (and controversial) masterpieces of all time.
• Upgrade to a hosted experience, a minibus tour of the venue, or entry to Castel Sant'Angelo.

Inclusions

• Entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
• Hosted entry to Vatican Museums with ticket redemption (as per option selected)
• Minibus tour of Vatican Gardens with audio guide (as per option selected)
• Entry to Castel Sant'Angelo (as per option selected)
• Booking and service charges

Exclusions

• Live guide
• Entry to St. Peter's Basilica
• Gratuities

• Tip: Make the most of your visit and explore some of the collections off the main route, such as Braccio Nuovo.
• Strict dress code: knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
• Inside the Sistine Chapel, it's all about the quiet vibes. No chatter, no phones, and no photos, just pure awe. But don't worry, an expert guide will fill you in on all the details before you step inside.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• The Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with mobility impairments (certified invalidity exceeding 74%) and a companion if required. Click here for the accessible route.
• Entrance to the Museums is timed. Be sure to select your activity starting time when booking. Once inside the Museums, you will be free to explore at your own pace.
• Please note that the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel are separate sites from St. Peter’s Basilica.
• Please expect long waiting times during peak season for both, the Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Bypass the crowds and dive straight into the Vatican’s rich history with a local expert.

• Looking for the quintessential bucket-list experience? Opt for this guided tour giving you access to two tourist favourites with an expert guide.
• Without the fast-track access included in this tour, you may have to wait up to 2 hours in line. Explore more, wait less!
  
• Don't let the collection of over 70,000 artworks overwhelm you. Your expert guide will show you around and ensure you get to admire all the greatest masterpieces like the Raphael Rooms.
• If you want more interaction with your guide for art and history insights, upgrade your tour to a small group.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line entry
• Expert English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking guide
• Small group tour (as per option selected)
• Nighttime tour (as per option selected)

Exclusions

• Gratuities
• Entry to St. Peter's Basilica and/or guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica

• Tip: Stop for a coffee in the Belvedere Courtyard, or extend you visit to the Carriage Pavillion at the end of the tour.
• Strict dress code: Knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
• While the tour is not accessible to wheelchair users, the Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with mobility impairments (certified invalidity exceeding 74%) and a companion if required.
• Inside the Sistine Chapel, it's all about the quiet vibes. No chatting, no phones, and no photos, just pure admiration. But don't worry, an expert guide will fill you in on all the cool details before you step inside.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Small group tour with up to 15 guests that allows more interaction and attention.

• Say goodbye to long lines and escape the crowds with fast-track entry on this personalized tour.
• Experience the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel’s artistic wonders in a more intimate setting with a guide.
• Learn how the Renaissance shaped the Roman Catholic Church as you unveil Vatican City's best-kept secrets in your language of choice.
• Wrap up your tour in the Sistine Chapel. Experience the genius of Michelangelo's impressive frescos first-hand and get bragging rights for life.

Inclusions

• Small group of up to 15 guests
• Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line entry
• Entry to St. Peter's Basilica
• Expert English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, or German-speaking guide (as per option selected)
• Headsets

Exclusions

• Gratuities

• Tip: The early bird gets the worm! Crowds at the Vatican start to build around around 10am. Book an earlier spot to beat the crowds.
• Strict dress code: Knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
• Accessibility: While the tour is not accessible to wheelchair users, the Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with mobility impairments (certified invalidity exceeding 74%) and a companion if required.
• Inside the Sistine Chapel, it's all about the quiet vibes: no chatting, no phones, no photos, just pure admiration. But don't worry, an expert guide will fill you in on all the cool details before you step inside.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Get ahead of the crowds by entering the venue before it opens to the general public.

• Early birds, this tour is your best bet to explore the Vatican with fewer people around! Fast-track entry is a bonus.
• Start your experience at the Vatican Museums and explore the famous Torso Belvedere and Lacoon and Sons with an expert guide.
• Don't miss the creative genius of The Last Supper at the Sistine Chapel. Your guide will tell you all about the masterpiece before you enter.
• Extend your tour to St Peter's Basilica, or go all out with a visit to St. Peter's Dome. Choose the best option for you at the checkout!

Inclusions

• Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line entry
• Guided tour of St Peter's Basilica (as per option selected)
• Entry to St Peter's Dome (as per option selected)
• Expert English-speaking guide
• Headsets

Exclusions

• Gratuities

• Tip: On Wednesday mornings, St Peter’s Basilica is usually closed due to the weekly Papal audience. Keep this in mind when booking your ticket.
• Strict dress code: Knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
• Accessibility: While the tour is not accessible to wheelchair users, the Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with mobility impairments (certified invalidity exceeding 74%) and a companion if required.
• Inside the Sistine Chapel, it's all about the quiet vibes. No chatting, no phones, and no photos, just pure admiration. But don't worry, an expert guide will fill you in on all the cool details before you step inside.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Experience the Vatican with a skip-the-line private tour tailored to your interests, at your pace.

• Your Vatican, your way! Customize your tour to explore the sections that fascinate you most, like the Borgia Apartments or the Braccio Nuovo.
• Bypass the ticketing lines and head straight to the Vatican Museums, giving you more time to explore.
• Explore leisurely with lesser crowds, and delve deeper into the Vatican's wonders with ample time to appreciate each area.
• Benefit from an expert guide as they bring the Vatican's history to life at the Pinoteca Gallery or Raphael's Rooms.

Inclusions

• Private guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line access
• Entry and private guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica (as per option selected)
• Expert English/Spanish/French/German/Italian-speaking guide
• Headsets

• Tip: Unwind in the tranquil Cortile della Pigna, a hidden gem within the Vatican, featuring ancient sculptures like the iconic bronze pine cone.
• Strict dress code: Knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
• Accessibility: While the tour is not accessible to wheelchair users, the Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with mobility impairments (certified invalidity exceeding 74%) and a companion if required.
• Inside the Sistine Chapel, it's all about the quiet vibes. No chatting, no phones, and no photos, just pure admiration. But don't worry, an expert guide will fill you in on all the cool details before you step inside.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Get full access to the Dome on a guided tour of the Basilica.

• Admire Michelangelo's genius up close while climbing the Dome and learn all about its legends from an expert, local guide.
• This is one photo op you won't want to miss! Enjoy unparalleled views of the Eternal City, from the top of the Dome.
• Explore the intricate art-filled interiors of St. Peter’s Basilica, and the Papal Crypts in the Vatican Grottoes.
• Choose from 5 language options. On a French or English tour, you can opt to relish a sumptuous breakfast before you begin.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and Dome with entry
• Expert English, Spanish, French, German or Italian-speaking guide
• Access by elevator to the base and stairs to the top
• Breakfast (for French and English options, if selected)

Exclusions

• Entry to Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
• Entry to the Necropolis / St. Peter’s Tomb / Scavi

• Tips: Don't forget to look down as you climb the dome. Through special windows, you can catch glimpses of the basilica's interior below, offering a unique perspective.
• Strict dress code: knees and shoulders must be covered for all guests.
• Accessibility: St. Peter's Dome is not suitable for wheelchair users or those who suffer from vertigo or claustrophobia. Even with elevator access, guests are still required to climb 320 steps to reach the top of the cupola.
• Expect a considerable wait at security, especially during peak times. Patience is key, it could take over 2 hours!

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Tour both iconic sites in one day or on separate days with this convenient combo.

• Two bucket-list tours for less! Go easy on your wallet by combining your Vatican and Colosseum tours with this savings-packed deal.
• Explore Rome’s highlights – a 3-hour tour through the Colosseum, Palatine Hill, and Roman Forum, along with a tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
• Your schedule, your rules. Select your ideal date and time for each venue separately, letting you tailor your visit as per your itinerary.
• A local guide will be there during your entire tour to enhance your visit with fascinating Roman history at every turn.

Inclusions

Colosseum

• Guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
• Expert local English, Italian, Spanish, French or German-speaking guide
• Access to the Colosseum floors 1 and 2
• Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

Vatican Museums

• Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with entry
• Expert & charismatic local guide

Exclusions

Colosseum

• Access to the Colosseum underground, arena floor, or upper floors

Vatican Museums

• Access to St. Peter's Basilica

• Tip: Want to avoid a packed day? This combo lets you pick different dates, so you can savor each experience without the hustle.
• If you're doing both tours on the same day, allow yourself at least an hour between the two tours to get from one site to the other.

Colosseum

• Save some time to visit ancient Rome's largest temple, located right at the eastern edge of the Roman Forum and the Colosseum – the Temple of Venus and Roma.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Vatican Museums

• Strict dress code: knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
• While the tour is not accessible by wheelchair, the Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with mobility impairments (certified invalidity exceeding 74%) and a companion if required.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.