Explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with these skip-the-line tickets and get priority entrance with a dedicated escort.
Highlights
Highlights
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Save your precious time by bypassing the winding ticket queue and head straight to the intriguing Vatican Museums and explore the Pigna Courtyard, Chandelier’s Gallery, Raphael’s Rooms, and many more!
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With these online fast-track tickets, you need not worry about the long winding queues and you will also be guaranteed access to an otherwise sold out attraction.
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Marvel at the breathtaking murals of the adored Sistine Chapel and the famous Michelangelo’s The Final Judgement.
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Fun Fact: Many of the artworks in the Vatican Museums were once part of the personal collection of various popes throughout history.
Inclusions
Inclusions
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Skip-the-Line access to the Vatican Museums
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Skip-the-Line access to the Sistine Chapel
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Map of the Vatican Museums
Exclusions
Exclusions
- Audio guide.
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Reviews
Reviews
Your Experience
Your Experience
Priority Access to Vatican Museum
Once you meet your escort at the designated meeting point, you will take a short walk to the priority entrance to the Vatican Museums. Upon entering, you will be free to roam the Museum and Sistine Chapel at your own pace, learning as you go! The Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel boast of the finest artwork ever to be made. Made up of 54 galleries, the Vatican Museums house one of the largest, and also the most important, collections of Renaissance art in the world. Built in the 15th century, the Sistine Chapel's walls and ceilings are covered by some of the most astounding frescoes ever produced.
Explore Sistine Chapel
The 54th gallery of the Vatican Museums is the famed Sistine Chapel. Completed around 1483 the Sistine Chapel is arguably the most famous chapel in the world due to the artwork located within. View many of the most famous frescoes in the world, including the famous ceiling and The Final Judgement painted by Michelangelo. Not only does the Sistine Chapel hold some of the world's most precious works of art, but it is also still used for religious purposes such as the Papal Conclave: the process through which a new Pope is chosen.
Entry to St. Peter's Basilica is free but you will need to go through the security queue at the entrance. This self-guided tour will allow you to admire everything at your own pace, but feel free to rent out an audioguide at the venue which will provide you all the information you need to know!
Operating hours
Operating hours
Know Before You Go
Know Before You Go
Important Information
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Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Cloakroom.
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Strict Dress Code: Sleeveless blouses, miniskirts, shorts, and hats are not permitted. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
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It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes.
Operating Hours
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The Vatican Museums open to the public at 9am.
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This self-guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel takes place on all days except Sundays at multiple time slots. You can stay inside for as long as you'd like till closing time, which is 6pm.
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Please note that entry to the museums is free on the last Sunday of each month.
Getting There
- The closest station to the Vatican is the Cipro Metro Station. Line A of the Rome Metro stops at this station every few minutes. Your meeting point, as well as the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, is a 5-minute walk from this metro station.
My tickets
My tickets
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show a valid student ID.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Meeting Point
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Meet your host at the bottom of the staircase across the street from the Entrance of the Vatican Museums.
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Address : 00120 Vatican City
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Your host will be wearing a BLUE polo shirt/ jacket and holding a SIGN for easy recognition.
Get Directions to the Meeting Point
Getting There
By Bus
-The nearest bus station is V.Le Vaticano/Musei Vatican. It is at a quick 1 minute walk from the meeting point.
- Board bus 49 to get you there.
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