Vatican Museums tickets & tours

Highlights

Skip the long lines and save 1–2 hours by securing your entry in advance—giving you more time to immerse yourself in the Vatican's rich heritage at your own pace.

What’s Included

• Admission to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
• Assisted entry with on-site ticket validation (if selected)
• Open-bus tour of the Vatican Gardens (if selected)
• All booking and service fees

What’s Not Included

• Live tour guide
• Access to St. Peter’s Basilica
• Tips or gratuities

Why Book This

Most travelers spend hours waiting to enter. With this skip-the-line ticket, you'll walk right in at your reserved time. Once inside, you’re free to explore without being tied to a guided tour or a set itinerary.

Optional Upgrades

Enhance your visit with hosted entry—a local representative will meet you, verify your ticket, and escort you inside. You can also opt for an audio guide available in 12 languages to deepen your understanding of the art. For a truly unique experience, choose the option with a panoramic open-bus tour of the rarely-accessible Vatican Gardens.

Important Information

• Tickets are name-specific—make sure your ID matches the booking.
• Your ticket includes a fixed entry time. Arrive at least 15 minutes early to avoid missing your slot.
• If your ticket includes the Vatican Gardens tour, it will take place before entry to the Museums and Sistine Chapel.
• Wheelchair users (with 74%+ disability certification) and one companion may enter free of charge. Free wheelchair hire is also available. Check accessible routes here.
• Dress modestly—shoulders, knees, and backs must be covered.
• Silence is required in the Sistine Chapel, and photography is not allowed.
• Security lines may be long—wait times can reach up to one hour, especially during peak seasons.
• The Sistine Chapel is located at the end of the museum route. You’ll need to walk through the galleries to reach it.
• Note: St. Peter’s Basilica is not included in this ticket and is a separate site.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled.

Highlights

Explore the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with an expert guide, gaining deeper insight into some of the world’s most renowned artworks—including Michelangelo’s ceiling and The Last Judgment.

What’s Included

• Skip-the-line entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
• Guided tour led by an expert in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, or Portuguese
• Group experience with up to 20 participants
• Vatican Gardens guided open-bus tour (if selected)
• Small-group tour with fewer than 15 guests (if selected)
• Nighttime guided tour (if selected)

What’s Not Included

• Gratuities
• Entry or guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica

Why Book This

The Vatican’s collection is so vast it would take weeks to see everything—this tour helps you focus on the highlights in just a few hours. Let your guide bring the stories behind the masterpieces to life, from the Gallery of Maps to the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel.

Tour Options

Looking for a value-packed option? Join a standard group tour with up to 30 guests. Prefer a more intimate setting? Choose the small-group tour for a more personalized experience. For something extra special, add the open-bus Vatican Gardens tour and explore the serene areas usually off-limits to the public.

Important Information

• Tickets are personal—make sure the name matches your valid photo ID.
• Entry time is fixed—arrive at least 15 minutes early to avoid denial of entry.
• Dress code: Shoulders, knees, and backs must be covered.
• This tour is not wheelchair accessible, but the Vatican offers free access and wheelchair hire for guests with certified disabilities (74%+), plus one companion.
• No talking or photography is allowed inside the Sistine Chapel. Your guide will share all relevant details before entry.
• Vatican Gardens tour includes access to select galleries only: Gallery of Candelabras, Gallery of Tapestries, and Gallery of Maps.
• Due to the Jubilee Year, some areas of the Museums and access to St. Peter’s Basilica may be restricted or closed without notice.
• The Vatican may close sections, including the Sistine Chapel, at their discretion. No refunds will be issued for such closures.

Cancellation Policy

Please note: These tickets are non-refundable and cannot be changed once booked.

Highlights

Uncover the spiritual and artistic wonders of St. Peter’s Basilica with a licensed guide—then climb to the top of the Dome for breathtaking views of Vatican City and Rome.

What’s Included

• Guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica and Dome with included entry
• Expert guide available in English, Spanish, French, German, or Italian
• Elevator access to the Dome base and stair access to the summit

What’s Not Included

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

Why Choose This Tour

With its soaring ceilings, priceless artworks, and spiritual significance, St. Peter’s Basilica can be overwhelming to navigate alone. This guided tour offers expert context and takes you deep into its treasures—culminating in an unforgettable Dome climb with sweeping panoramic views over the Eternal City.

Need to Know

• The Dome climb includes 320 steps after the elevator. It is not suitable for guests with mobility issues, claustrophobia, or vertigo.
• Modest dress is required: knees and shoulders must be covered.

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be modified once booked.