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Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Skip the Line Tickets

4.7(737 reviews)Rome, Italy
2hDurationMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupModerateLevel

About this experience

Travelers can avoid long lines at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with fast track entry tickets. This option is suitable for those with limited time who prefer to explore independently. The public entrance is known for lengthy waits, which can be inconvenient. With these tickets, visitors gain priority access, reducing the time spent waiting outside. After booking, travelers must arrive at the designated office at the specified time to receive their tickets. If opting for an upgrade to include a guided tour, the experience lasts 2.5 hours. Access to St. Peter's Basilica is included if it is open, but be aware that closures can occur without notice.

Itinerary

1

Vatican Museums

The Vatican Museums are the public museums of the Vatican City. They display works from the immense collection amassed by the Catholic Church and the papacy throughout the centuries, including several of the best-known Roman sculptures and most important masterpieces of Renaissance art in the world.

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Sistine Chapel

The Sistine Chapel is a chapel in the Apostolic Palace, the pope's official residence in Vatican City. Originally known as the Cappella Magna, it takes its name from Pope Sixtus IV, who had it built between 1473 and 1481. Since that time, it has served as a place of both religious and functionary papal activity.

What's included / not included

Explore at your own leisureVatican museums & sistine chapel entry ticketsGuaranteed to skip the long linesUpgrade for guided tour with professional licensed guide if option selected
Location pick up & drop offAudio guide or guided tour (Unless option is selected)St. Peter's basilica

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Good to know

  • Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
  • If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
  • If you purchase a reduced ticket and you are not under 16 years old or a student under 26 years old with a valid STUDENT PHOTO ID, the Vatican will deny your entry and you will not be able to visit the Vatican or join the tour.
  • All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
  • Knees & Shoulders MUST be covered for both men & women.
  • Some monuments or areas may be under restoration and subject to last minute closures. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
  • "Upgrade for guided tours included skip the line access to the Vatican museums & Sistine chapel (+ St.Peter's basilica if open) duration: 2.5 hours "
  • If you have booked a guided tour please note that St.Peter's Basilica is subject to last minute closures and can not always be included

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