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Old stairs inside the Vatican Museums, Rome
Old stairs inside the Vatican Museums, Rome

Vatican Museums Tours and Tickets

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Editor's note: If you're traveling to Rome during the Rome Jubilee (Dec 24, 2024–Jan 6, 2026), expect heavier traffic and restorations on major landmarks. Plan in advance to avoid disappointment, and note that there may be some last-minute disruption to tour inclusions.

Home to some of Italy’s most important art collections—from paintings and sculptures to tapestries and classical antiquities—the Vatican Museums (Musei Vaticani) are among the country’s top attractions. Explore the Pinacoteca, Egyptian Museum, Gallery of Tapestries, Pius-Clementine Museum, and Gallery of Maps, before admiring the crown jewels in the Sistine Chapel (Cappella Sistina), famed for Michelangelo’s ceiling and The Last Judgment.

  • Viale Vaticano, Vatican City, 00165

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Skip the Line: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with St. Peter's Basilica Access
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Skip the Line: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with St. Peter's Basilica Access

This Vatican Museums Skip-the-Line Tour is a great choice for first-time visitors and travelers that prefer to bypass the long lines that the Vatican can attract. Skip the entrance lines with your tour group and then explore the highlights of the museums, including the Sistine Chapel and Raphael's Rooms, with a guide leading the way. Plus, this tour also gives you skip-the-line access to St. Peter's Basilica (morning tours only; and not on Wednesdays).
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  • 2 hours 30 minutes
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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour
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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour

Discover the Vatican on a group tour of the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums with an expert guide. Navigate the vast complex of rooms, artwork, and history with a guide, who brings the ancient collection to life. Skip all the entrance lines to explore halls such as the Gallery of the Maps; step inside the Sistine Chapel to admire ‘The Creation of Adam’ by Michelangelo and finish your tour visiting St. Peter's Basilica. Choose from several departures, or upgrade to a small-group tour.
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  • 3 hours
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Skip-the-Line Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's | Small Group
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Skip-the-Line Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's | Small Group

Save time in the smallest country in the world with priority access tickets to the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. This hassle-free tour take you to some of the Vatican's must-see sights. Rather than get lost in the enormous churches and museums, your guide picks the best sights for you to see.
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  • 3 hours
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VIP Vatican, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour with Vatican Grottoes
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VIP Vatican, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour with Vatican Grottoes

Discover the best of the Vatican on this comprehensive small-group tour. Avoid the crowds with skip-the-line tickets and make the most of your time in the sacred city-state. Visit the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel and listen to informative commentary from your guide. See masterpieces from Michelangelo, Raphael, and Caravaggio, and head into the grottoes of St. Peter's Basilica to see the Papal tombs.
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Skip the Line: Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel & Raphael Rooms + Basilica Access
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Skip the Line: Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel & Raphael Rooms + Basilica Access

Save time and hassle with skip-the-line access to the Vatican on a guided tour. Pick from morning or afternoon departure times to suit your schedule. Bypass the crowds and head straight into the museums and the Sistine Chapel. Learn more about Italian culture, art, and history as you explore the museum’s wings and galleries—including the Pine Cone Courtyard and Raphael Rooms—and chapel, and get priority access to St. Peter's Basilica.
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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel Skip the Line & Basilica Tour
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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel Skip the Line & Basilica Tour

Discover the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel on a small-group tour led by an expert guide. With skip-the-line tickets, you’ll maximize your time exploring the renowned art-filled galleries, including the Raphael Rooms and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel. Through your headset, you'll hear fascinating stories of Renaissance artists like Michelangelo and Raphael from your guide, getting unique insights into their remarkable masterpieces—and lifelong rivalry.
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Skip the line: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peters Tour
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Skip the line: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peters Tour

Navigating your way through the massive collection at the Vatican Museums can be overwhelming and cut an entire day out of your time in Rome. With this tour, save hours of time with priority, skip-the-line entrance. A guide ensures you see the gallery highlights in just a few hours. View major works by Raphael, Michelangelo, and other masters, and marvel at the Sistine Chapel at the end of the tour.
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Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel with St. Peter's Basilica Tour
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Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel with St. Peter's Basilica Tour

Save time when you visit the Vatican Museums by prebooking this Vatican Museums Half-Day Skip-the-Line Tour. This tour lets you bypass the ticket lines and head inside to see its most impressive exhibits such as the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. It’s a great choice for travelers who are short on time but still want to see the collection of the Catholic Church. Please note that you are still required to go through the security queue.
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  • 3 hours
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Skip-the-Line Group Tour of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica
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Skip-the-Line Group Tour of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica

Make the most of your valuable vacation time by avoiding the long line at the Vatican Museums. You save hours of waiting time by booking a group tour with skip-the-line admission. Follow your guide on a carefully-crafted itinerary and hear informative commentary as you admire the art and architecture. Admission is included to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica.
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  • 3 hours
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Skip the Line Vatican, Sistine Chapel, Basilica & Papal Tomb Tour
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Skip the Line Vatican, Sistine Chapel, Basilica & Papal Tomb Tour

Discover the sacred and artistic treasures of the Vatican on an immersive tour led by an art historian guide. Skip the long lines with priority access, and see some of the most important masterpieces in the Vatican Museum’s immense collection. Stand in awe beneath Michelangelo’s frescoes in the Sistine Chapel, and learn the stories behind the art through an audio headset so you don’t miss a word of your guide’s commentary.
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  • 3 hours
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Early Morning Vatican, Sistine, St. Peter's Semi or Private Tour
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Early Morning Vatican, Sistine, St. Peter's Semi or Private Tour

Discover the highlights of Vatican City without the crowds and enjoy skip-the-line access to the museums on this small-group early-morning tour. See the highlights of the papal art collection, including the Raphael Rooms, and Gallery of Tapestries, and the Pinecone Courtyard. Then, marvel at the beauty of the frescoes of Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel before ending at St. Peter’s Basilica.
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Skip the Line: Vatican & Sistine Chapel Ticket with Audio Guide
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Skip the Line: Vatican & Sistine Chapel Ticket with Audio Guide

Avoid the long lines at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with a skip-the-line admission ticket and included audio guide. Spend more time admiring the world-famous art as you are escorted inside through a dedicated no-wait Vatican Partner entrance. Once inside, independently explore galleries like Raphael’s Rooms and see beautiful artwork by Michelangelo—all while listening to informative audio commentary.
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Vatican Museums and SiStine Chapel Priority Ticket
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Vatican Museums and SiStine Chapel Priority Ticket

Avoid wasting time in Rome and bypass the crowds with this skip-the-line admission ticket to the blockbuster Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Optimize your day of sightseeing with timed entry and head directly inside the galleries to marvel at works by the greatest Renaissance artists. Linger in the Sistine Chapel, home of Michelangelo’s iconic frescoed ceiling, then opt to continue on to St. Peter’s Basilica.
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Complete Vatican (Museums, Sistine Chapel, Basilica) - Max 10ppl
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Complete Vatican (Museums, Sistine Chapel, Basilica) - Max 10ppl

The Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica can be intimidating for first-time visitor, both for the wealth of its art and for the vast area they cover. With this small-group tour, see the highlights with a guide for a comprehensive introduction to the Vatican Museums, Raphael Rooms, Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica that won’t overwhelm. Afterwards, enjoy free time to explore St. Peter's Square, and even climb the dome for views over Rome.
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  • 3 hours
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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour
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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour

Tens of thousands of people visit the Vatican Museums each day to see St. Peter’s Basilica, masterpieces by the likes of Michelangelo and Raphael, and the Sistine Chapel. Secure your access to the UNESCO-listed complex and tour the Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica with a guide—plus, bypass most entrance lines at all three sites.
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Rome: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Group Tour with Basilica
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Rome: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Group Tour with Basilica

Avoid wasting time during your Vatican visit with this skip-the-line tour. Join a knowledgeable guide to pass right by the long entrance queues and start touring the massive museums. See the incomparable Raphael Rooms, Michelangelo's stunning Sistine Chapel, as well as other museum highlights like the Gallery of Maps and Tapestries Gallery. Then visit the impressive St. Peter's Basilica next door.
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
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Rome: Skip the Line Vatican, Sistine Chapel, St Peter Small Group
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Rome: Skip the Line Vatican, Sistine Chapel, St Peter Small Group

See the best of Vatican City on this small-group tour of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica. Skip the long lines at the Vatican and go straight to the remarkable art and architecture, including galleries, the Julius II apartments, the Raphael Rooms, and Sistine Chapel. This intimate Vatican tour is limited to s small group for a personal experience and individual service from the guide, and includes all entrance fees.
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Rome in a Day Group Tour with Entry to Vatican and Colosseum
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Rome in a Day Group Tour with Entry to Vatican and Colosseum

Make the most of your time in Rome with a private full-day tour that visits all of the top attractions. Ride in luxury transportation with your guide to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, and the Colosseum. You’ll also explore the historical center on a walking tour that features the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain, and the Vatican and Colosseum.
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  • 7 hours
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Early Vatican Museums Tour: The Best of the Sistine Chapel
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Early Vatican Museums Tour: The Best of the Sistine Chapel

Beat the heat and crowds that can make visiting the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel later in the day a chore with this early entry tour. Access the galleries before they open to the general public and admire works by Michelangelo, Raphael, and other greats in the quiet galleries while learning about their history and significance from your guide. End with time in the Sistine Chapel to admire its iconic ceiling frescoes. Book the afternoon tour for a relaxed afternoon visit after the crowds have left, however the Basilica is not included.
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  • 3 to 4 hours
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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Fast-Track Tour
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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Fast-Track Tour

See the highlights of Vatican City ON this skip-the-line tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Join a knowledgeable guide for a visit to the incomparable Vatican Museums—home to one of the most extensive and impressive art collections in the world. Admire the Raphael Rooms and take in the incomparable frescos of the Sistine Chapel.
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
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Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica with Pick-up
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Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica with Pick-up

This private tour of the Vatican Museums includes luxury one-way transport with pickup from your hotel. Avoid long wait times with your priority ticket and skip the line to see these world-famous wonders. Admire Michelangelo’s frescoed masterpiece on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel; visit the Gallery of Tapestries; and step foot inside the imposing St. Peter’s Basilica. You’re ensured VIP treatment with a private chauffeur to the Vatican.
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  • 3 hours
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Skip the line Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel ticket
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Skip the line Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel ticket

As one of the most famous landmarks in the world, the Vatican attracts lines that are often in excess of three hours. Spend less time waiting and more time gazing at the Sistine Chapel’s ceilings with a skip-the-line admission ticket that proves an obvious choice for time-pressed travelers. This flexible option allows you to choose a time slot to suit your schedule.
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Skip the Line Vatican & Sistine Chapel Entrance Tickets
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Skip the Line Vatican & Sistine Chapel Entrance Tickets

Spend your time in the exhibits, not waiting in long lines, with skip-the-line entrance tickets for the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Gain entrance quickly so that you can view Michelangelo's masterpieces on this self-guided tour. Explore the sprawling complex at your own pace and see masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Da Vinci.
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  • 10 minutes to 3 hours
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Complete Vatican: Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peters Basilica
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Complete Vatican: Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peters Basilica

The Vatican is one of Rome’s most popular attractions, with the large crowds and long lines to match. Save valuable vacation time with this half-day guided tour, which offers skip-the-line entry to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica, giving you more time to explore these iconic sites with ease. For a more relaxed experience, book the late afternoon tours (St. Peter’s Basilica excluded).
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What are people saying about Vatican Museums

An awe inspiring experience.Private Vatican Museums Hidden Gems Tour with Optional Pick-Up
Lori_J, Jan 2025
An awe inspiring experience.
Having a personal guide to shepherd us through Vatican City was such a reverent and special experience. Gio Lucca’s knowledge of the Vatican museum’s history, art, symbolism was extensive. It was wonderful to be able to see special areas based on our interests vs a pre-set tour script. We were able to pause and ask more in depth questions in areas that had special meaning to us. Highly recommend.
Great Tour!Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Saint Peter's Semi-Private Tour
Joanne_S, Nov 2024
Great Tour!
Thoroughly enjoyable tour of the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Church. The experienced tour guide was very knowledgeable and was able to navigate us through the massive crowds effortlessly. Would highly recommend the tour and guide.
Tour guide was...Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel with St. Peter's Basilica Tour
Wade_H, Jan 2025
Tour guide was...
Tour guide was knowledgeable and was well spoken! Giving us an amazing tour of the Vatican museum, Sistine Chapel and the Vatican City
Friendly, informative and thorough Vatican tourVIP Private Tour: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel
Laurel_L, Nov 2024
Friendly, informative and thorough Vatican tour
Ruggero was very kind and informative. We toured the Vatican museums, Sistine chapel and St Peters. He gave us great info and was so easy to work with
People Also Ask
Q:Can you visit the Vatican Museums without a reservation?
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Yes, you can visit the Vatican Museums without a reservation. You can buy tickets upon arrival, but the lines can be extremely long, particularly on weekends and during school vacations. Most travelers opt to book online tickets with skip-the-line entry or join tours that include skip-the-line access.
Q:Are the Vatican Museums free?
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No. Most travelers have to pay to enter the Vatican Museums, although St. Peter’s Basilica is free. Children under 6, some people with disabilities and their carers, and some academics and museum professionals can visit the Vatican Museums for free. Everyone enjoys free entry on the last Sunday of every month.
Q:What is included in the Vatican Museums ticket?
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Vatican Museums tickets include access to a range of galleries, museums, chapels, and apartments replete with priceless works of art. The Sistine Chapel, with Michelangelo’s iconic Last Judgment, and Raphael’s Rooms are particularly popular. You can also usually access St. Peter’s Basilica through the Vatican entrance, beating the lines.
Q:Is there a mandatory dress code at the Vatican Museums?
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Yes. The Vatican Museums require that visitors dress as if they were going to church. In practice, that means no hats, legs covered to the knees, and covered shoulders, upper arms, belly, and cleavage. Clothes don’t need to be formal, but they shouldn’t be overly street: Leave the ripped jeans at home.
Q:Can I take pictures at the Vatican Museums?
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Yes. You can take pictures for personal use in the Vatican Museums, but you can’t use flash anywhere and you can’t take any photos in the Sistine Chapel. Professional equipment, including tripods and drones, and selfie sticks are banned. Professionals need permission from the Directorate of Museums and Cultural Heritage.
Q:Are the Vatican Museums wheelchair accessible?
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Yes. The Vatican Museums are fully accessible to people who use manual wheelchairs, with accessible bathrooms, step-free connecting routes, and loaner chairs (documentation required). However, people who rely on mobility scooters or electric wheelchairs may not be able to access certain parts of the museum due to space constraints.

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