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I was standing in the wrong place for the meeting to visit the Vatican Museum, but the guide called me and directed me to the right place...very professional service. Thank you. Highly recommended.
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Vatican Museums Entry & One Run Open Bus Combo
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1–10 hours
- Price from
- $59 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Gray Line I Love Rome by Carrani Tours
- Meeting point
- Piazza del Risorgimento, at Bar L’Ottagono - 15 minutes before the start of your tour (please look for the I Love Rome logo carried by our staff).
Description
Experience Rome effortlessly with the Vatican Museums & Open Bus Combo Pass. Skip the lines and enjoy escorted entry to the Vatican Museums, marveling at iconic galleries like the Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps, and Sistine Chapel. Choose pre-booked time slots for convenience. Complement your visit with a panoramic Open Bus tour, passing landmarks like the Colosseum and Castel Sant’Angelo. Enjoy free WiFi and multilingual audio commentary. Book now for a seamless Roman adventure!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 2:00 PM, and 2:30 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 19+)
- $59
- Infant (ages 0–5)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Vatican Museums
The Vatican Museums (Italian: Musei Vaticani; Latin: Musea Vaticana) are Christian and art museums located within the city boundaries of the Vatican City. They display works from the immense collection amassed by popes throughout the centuries including several of the most renowned Roman sculptures and most important masterpieces of Renaissance art in the world. The museums contain roughly 70,000 works, of which 20,000 are on display,and currently employ 640 people who work in 40 different administrative, scholarly, and restoration departments
Sistine Chapel
It is known throughout the world both to be the place where the conclave and other official ceremonies of the Pope (in the past also some papal coronations) are held, both to be decorated with one of the most famous and celebrated works of art of the artistic civilization Western, the frescoes by Michelangelo Buonarroti, which cover the Vault (1508-1512) and the bottom wall (of the Last Judgement) above the altar (1535-1541).
What's included
Included
Escorted entry assistance to the Vatican Museums
Access to the Vatican’s iconic galleries
Free WiFi and multilingual audio commentary onboard
One Run Open Bus ticket (non-stop journey)
Pre-booked tickets to the Vatican Museums
Not included
Guided tour of the Vatican Museum
Hop-on Hop-off bus option
Food and drinks
Tips and gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1 reviews
How it compares in Rome
- Starting price $59 is 47% below the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,082 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The selected time slot corresponds to your Vatican Museums entry. Entry time cannot be changed or refunded for late arrivals
- Bring a valid ID or passport for verification. Meet 15 minutes before your entry at Piazza del Risorgimento
- Dress modestly for Vatican entry (no shorts or sleeveless tops). Wear comfortable walking shoes
- Allow extra time for security checks
- No large bags or glass bottles allowed
- Colosseum Archeological Area stop is closed indefinetely. Delays, reduced frequency, and route alterations may occur due to traffic and road closures.
- Vatican as a Place of Worship: The Vatican is an active place of worship, and unforeseen closures may occur. As these are beyond our control, we cannot offer refunds.
- Accessibility for Disabled Visitors: The tour route may not suit all mobility needs. Please contact us in advance so we can organize a suitable tour.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Vatican Museums Entry & One Run Open Bus Combo take?
Vatican Museums Entry & One Run Open Bus Combo lasts about 1–10 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Vatican Museums Entry & One Run Open Bus Combo cost?
Prices start at $59 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Vatican Museums Entry & One Run Open Bus Combo run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, starting at 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 2:00 PM, and 2:30 PM.
Can I cancel Vatican Museums Entry & One Run Open Bus Combo for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Piazza del Risorgimento, at Bar L’Ottagono - 15 minutes before the start of your tour (please look for the I Love Rome logo carried by our staff). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Accessibility for Disabled Visitors: The tour route may not suit all mobility needs. Please contact us in advance so we can organize a suitable tour.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Vatican Museums Entry & One Run Open Bus Combo worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Gray Line I Love Rome by Carrani Tours.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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