Skip long ticketing queues with direct entry or a dedicated host and explore the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, home to Michelangelo’s iconic The Last Judgment.
Highlights
Highlights
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Save 1-2 hours by skipping the ticketing queues and entering at your chosen time slot to minimize delays and maximize your experience.
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Choose direct entry to scan your voucher and walk straight in, or opt for hosted entry to have a guide assist with ticket redemption and lead you to the museum entrance.
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Explore the Vatican Museums' iconic galleries, including the Pine Courtyard, Pius Clementino Museum, and Candelabra Gallery.
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Conclude your visit at the Sistine Chapel, where you can marvel at Michelangelo's masterpiece, The Last Judgement, featuring over 300 painted figures.
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Choose an upgrade to enjoy a scenic Vatican Gardens tour by open bus before your visit.
Inclusions
Inclusions
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Entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
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Hosted entry to Vatican Museums with ticket redemption (as per option selected)
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Vatican Garden open bus tour (as per option selected)
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Booking and service charges
Exclusions
Exclusions
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Live guide
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Entry to St. Peter's Basilica
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Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Your experience
Your experience
Skip long queues at entry as a host escorts you to the Museums or wing it with direct entry. No matter your choice, you are in for an artistic ride spanning decades.
Marvel at renaissance artworks
The Vatican Museums are home to many classical sculptures, tapestries, and paintings by Renaissance greats such as Raphael, Caravaggio, Michelangelo, Bernini, and Leonardo da Vinci. A section of the museum is also dedicated to Modern Religious Art.
Watch out for the only painting by Vincent Van Gogh that graces the Vatican Museums - his very own rendition of The Pieta. Drawing inspiration from Eugene Delacroix, this is the lone work Van Gogh made representing Jesus.
The iconic sections of the Vatican Museums that one should visit are the Raphael Rooms, the Gallery of Maps, the Sala Rotunda, the Gallery of Statues, and the Hall of Busts.
Admire the genius of Michelangelo at Sistine Chapel
Situated at the end of the Vatican Museums and neighboring St. Peter's Basilica is the famed Sistine Chapel. Originally built in the 15th century, its walls and ceilings have since been covered by some of the most astounding frescoes ever produced.
The ceiling of the Sistine Chapel is especially renowned, animated with over 300 figures. Intricately painted by Michelangelo over 5 years in the 16th century, it is considered a cornerstone of Western art. The Last Judgement covers the wall behind the altar in the Sistine Chapel and is one of the most famous artworks worldwide.
Operating hours
Operating hours
Know before you go
Know before you go
What to bring
- Wear comfortable shoes as the experience requires a fair amount of walking.
What's not allowed
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Strict dress code: knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
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When in Sistine Chapel, silence is mandatory and photography is prohibited. Guides will provide all necessary and interesting details before entry.
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Luggage and/or large bags are not allowed inside the venue. You may drop off your bags with the free cloakroom service.
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Pets and other small animals are not allowed in the venue.
Accessibility
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This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
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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.
Additional information
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Names are mandatory for all the bookings. Double check the names at check out for a hassle-free entry and be sure to bring a valid Photo ID with you to gain entry.
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The 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.
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If you've chosen the Vatican Gardens open bus tour, please note that the multilingual audio guide is only available during the tour and not for your Museum and Chapel visit.
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Although not included in these tickets, access to St. Peter's Basilica is free. Please expect long waiting times during peak season for both, the Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica.
My tickets
My tickets
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
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Please arrive at the redemption point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Ticket redemption point
- Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.
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