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Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tickets

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Access some of the greatest Renaissance art at the Vatican — from the monumental Gallery of Maps to Michelangelo's masterpiece at the Sistine Chapel.

Highlights

  • Direct or hosted entry, the choice is yours. Either way, if you're looking to explore the Vatican Museums at your own pace, this option is for you!

  • Complete your experience by adding on a tour of the sprawling Vatican Gardens by minibus along with an enriching audio guide.

  • Step into the Pine Courtyard, Pius Clementino Museum, Candelabra Gallery, and many more! If selected, a host lets you skip the redemption process.

  • Place yourself in the heart of the papacy, look around the official residence of the Pope, and marvel at the murals of the world-famous Sistine Chapel.

  • Fun fact: The ceiling of the Sistine Chapel is said to have 343 figures painted by Michelangelo, can you count them all?

Inclusions

  • Entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

  • Hosted entry to Vatican Museums with ticket redemption (optional)

  • Minibus tour of Vatican Gardens with audio guide (optional)

  • Entry to Castel Sant'Angelo (optional)

  • Booking and service charges

Exclusions

  • Live guide

  • Gratuities

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Reviews

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Guests from France, Spain, United States and over 86 countries have loved this experience
Dr. Probszt Szabolcs

Dr.

4/5

Jul, 2024

Easy to buy tickets, quick, easy to get in. We couldn't find a map, it was difficult to find our way around. The museums and exhibitions were very nice and interesting.
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Karl Horgan

Karl

5/5

Jul, 2024

Ease of the whole process, booked tickets, sent to us in plenty of time to print before departing for Italy. Arrive at the specific time and wait to be let in. The ticket made for a great fan in the heat.
fifik andrea

Fifik

3/5

Jul, 2024

The exhibition is amazing!!!! But!!! In 38 degrees heat, this crowd, this visitor opportunity is out of this world. We were afraid we were going to be sick, and the usher drove us on. We marched like cattle to the end of the line. There was no way into the Basilica from the Chapel, only around the wall. Fewer tickets were on sale, and if you were a hero, watch out for the opportunity to buy a ticket.
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Fatima Garcia

Fatima

4/5

Jul, 2024

Due to the rescheduling of my flight I could not attend at the agreed time. I let Dario know and he sent me the tickets by SMS. He answered me right away and recommended another time to go with less people. It was perfect. Thank you! ☺️
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Christian Guido Anders

Christian

4/5

Jul, 2024

Great museum/great grounds...audio guide booked on site. Good thing we had organized the tickets - the line to buy tickets was extremely long in the blazing sun even though the museum wasn't overcrowded or the ticket booths full
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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.

Vatican Museums

Monday08:00 AM - 07:00 PMlast entry 05:00 PM
Tuesday08:00 AM - 07:00 PMlast entry 05:00 PM
Wednesday08:00 AM - 07:00 PMlast entry 05:00 PM
Thursday08:00 AM - 07:00 PMlast entry 05:00 PM
Friday08:00 AM - 08:00 PMlast entry 06:00 PM
Saturday08:00 AM - 08:00 PMlast entry 06:00 PM
SundayClosed

Castel St. Angelo

MondayClosed
Tuesday09:00 AM - 07:30 PMlast entry 06:30 PM
Wednesday09:00 AM - 07:30 PMlast entry 06:30 PM
Thursday09:00 AM - 07:30 PMlast entry 06:30 PM
Friday09:00 AM - 07:30 PMlast entry 06:30 PM
Saturday09:00 AM - 07:30 PMlast entry 06:30 PM
Sunday09:00 AM - 07:30 PMlast entry 06:30 PM

Sistine Chapel

Monday08:00 AM - 07:00 PMlast entry 05:00 PM
Tuesday08:00 AM - 07:00 PMlast entry 05:00 PM
Wednesday08:00 AM - 07:00 PMlast entry 05:00 PM
Thursday08:00 AM - 07:00 PMlast entry 05:00 PM
Friday08:00 AM - 08:00 PMlast entry 06:00 PM
Saturday08:00 AM - 08:00 PMlast entry 06:00 PM
SundayClosedlast entry 06:00 PM

What to bring

  • Wear comfortable shoes as the experience requires a fair amount of walking.

What's not allowed

  • 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 chatting, no phones and no photos, just pure admiration.

  • Luggage and/or large bags are not allowed inside the venue. You may drop off your bags with the free cloakroom service.

  • Pets and other small animals are not allowed in the venue.

Accessibility

  • 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.

Additional information

  • If you've selected hosted entry, please head to the meeting point specified on your voucher. Please do not head to the entrance of the Vatican Museum directly before meeting your host.

  • 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.

  • Although not included in these tickets, access to St. Peter's Basilica is free but there could be a waiting line during peak season.

  • Inside the Sistine Chapel, it's all about the quiet vibes. No chatting, no phones and no photos, just pure admiration.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

  • Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid delays.

  • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

  • Please note that guests with disabilities can enter for free.

Meeting point

  • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

  • Please find your host at the meeting point specified on the voucher, who will assist you in the check-in process. Please do not head to the entrance of the Vatican Museum directly before meeting your host.

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