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Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Admission Ticket
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2–3 hours
- Price from
- $52 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 3.4 / 5 · 18 reviews
- Group
- 1–10 pax
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- ROME TOUR ADVISOR
Description
Discover the treasured collection of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel with privileged entrance to Rome’s busiest attractions. Marvel at a multitude of sculptures and antique artefacts from all periods and places in this vast assemblage of museums and galleries. Submerge yourself in the unrivalled artistry of Michelangelo’s ceiling frescoes at the Sistine Chapel. Spend more time exploring and less time waiting in the long ticket lines with our skip-the-line entry tickets. You can upgrade your ticket to include a guide for a more enlightening and organized tour of the Vatican. • Avoid waiting in the hefty entry lines with our skip the line entry tickets • Full-day access to the museums so you can take your time to soak up all the timeless works of art • Explore the divine Sistine Chapel independently and at your own pace
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 16 times a day, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
- Next available
- Mon, Nov 2
- Adult (ages 19+)
- $52
- Youth (ages 7–18)
- $41
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 3:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 4:51 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 1.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Vatican Museums
Visit the enormous collection of artworks, antiquities, and sculptures of the Vatican Museums without waiting in its long, tiresome entry lines. Navigate your way independently through a series of sculpture, artifact, and antiquities museums including the Pio-Clementine museum, the Chiaramonti Museum, the Etruscan museum, and the Egyptian museums. You will be captivated by the artworks of the Pinacoteca gallery. Keep exploring and become enchanted by the glorifying artworks of the golden era of history.
Stanze di Raffaello
The Raphael Rooms, also known as the Stanze, contains the works of the famous renaissance painter and Michelangelo’s contemporary Raphael Sanzio da Urbino. The alluring beauty of Raphael’s frescoes will leave you spellbound. As you stay mesmerized by the beauty of the Raphael Rooms, get ready to enter your most awaited Vatican destination, the Sistine Chapel.
Sistine Chapel
Step into the Pope’s private place of worship and find yourself submerged in the dazzling frescoes of the peerless Michelangelo. Witness “The Creation of Adam” along with a series of other delightful fresco paintings in the ceiling of the Chapel. The altar wall of the chapel is also ornamented with a profound creation of Michelangelo, “The Last Judgement”. Walk through the chapel to discover other significant artworks of various influential renaissance painters on the walls of both sides. You will be enchanted by the exquisite grace of the divine Chapel. After stepping outside of the museums don’t forget to take a quick look at the world’s largest church St Peter’s Basilica.
What's included
Included
Reserved entry time
Official Vatican Museums admission ticket
Access to the Sistine Chapel
Not included
Tour guide
Host or escorted entry
Transportation
Hotel pickup or drop-off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.4
18 reviews
How it compares in Rome
- Starting price $52 is 54% below the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,045 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code required for entry to places of worship. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. Failure to comply may result in refused entry.
- No refunds in case of late arrival or non-arrival.
- Even with Skip-the-Line tickets, mandatory security checks are required and may cause short waiting times.
- Large luggage, backpacks, tripods, and umbrellas must be left in the cloakroom before entry. We recommend not bringing large bags.
- Children aged 0–6 years enter free and do not require a ticket.
- A valid passport or driving license is required for identity verification at the entrance.
- All tickets must be issued in the visitor’s name. The name on the ticket must exactly match the visitor’s valid ID. Tickets with name mismatch are invalid and non-refundable.
- The Sistine Chapel may close without notice due to religious events or papal ceremonies. Vatican Museums access remains valid. No refunds apply.
- During peak hours, entry may be delayed by up to 30 minutes due to Vatican security procedures. No refunds apply in such cases.
- Only 8 AM. Tickets are delivered digitally via email or WhatsApp.
- Important Travel Notice: All Vatican Museums tickets are strictly non-refundable and non-modifiable once confirmed, including in case of war (recent global conflicts) or any unforeseen emergency.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Admission Ticket take?
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Admission Ticket lasts about 2–3 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Admission Ticket cost?
Prices start at $52 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 & Sistine Chapel Admission Ticket run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 16 departures a day between 8:30 AM and 5:30 PM.
Can I cancel Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Admission Ticket for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children aged 0–6 years enter free and do not require a ticket.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Admission Ticket worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.4 out of 5 across 18 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by ROME TOUR ADVISOR.
Reviews(18)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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