Vatican skip-the-line tickets

• Unpack the 3 main sites of Vatican City; the vast Museums, ethereal Sistine Chapel, and iconic St. Peter's Basilica, on an unforgettable tour!
• Choose between guides in 6 languages. Upgrade your English, French and Spanish tours to include cupola access and climb to the top of St. Peter's Dome.
• An expert reveals the stories behind the great works in the Vatican Museums, like Annunciation and Transfiguration by Raphael.
• Behold the iconic ceiling and Last Judgment at the Sistine Chapel, where you can cherish the genius of Michelangelo.
• Bask in the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica – from the life-sized Mary and Jesus Pieta statue, to Bernini's Baldachin over the main altar.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with entry
• Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica
• Expert English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking guide
• Entry to St. Peter's Basilica Dome (optional)

Exclusions

• Gratuities

• Tip: Planning your Rome itinerary? Be sure to set aside one entire day to fully explore the Vatican City. Comfy shoes are a must as you traverse all the nooks of this tiny nation!
• Strict dress code: knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
• While the tour is not accessible to wheelchair users, the Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with mobility impairments (certified invalidity exceeding 74%) and a companion if required.
• The right semicircle of Saint Peter’s Square is equipped with ramp access into the Basilica. For any special requirements, contact accoglienza@fsp.va in advance.
• Please note that the climb to the Dome's top involves a substantial number of steps and requires a decent level of physical fitness. It is not recommended for people with heart/back conditions, mobility issues, or late-stage pregnancy.
• Expect a long wait at security, especially during peak times. Patience is key, it could take up to an hour!

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

• Expert guidance and skip-the-line access unlock the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel on this immersive tour.
• Interpret the symbolism within iconic sculptures and murals in your preferred language, with several options to choose from!
• Opt for a group of 25 people or just 15. Either way, experience your tour with an insightful guide and like-minded history buffs.
• Discover a vast collection spanning centuries, from ancient artifacts to Renaissance gems, and marvel at Michelangelo's Last Judgement.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line entry
• Expert English, Spanish, French, Italian, German or Portuguese-speaking guide
• Group of up to 15 or 25 guests (as per option selected)
• Headsets

Exclusions

• Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica
• Gratuities

• Tip: Take it easy, you're on vacay! Stop for a coffee in the Belvedere Courtyard, or extend you visit to the Carriage Pavillion at the end of the tour.
• Strict dress code: knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
• While the tour is not accessible to wheelchair users, the Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with mobility impairments (certified invalidity exceeding 74%) and a companion if required.
• Inside the Sistine Chapel, it's all about the quiet vibes. No chatting, no phones and no photos, just pure admiration. But don't worry, an awesome guide will fill you in on all the cool details before you step inside.
• Pro tip: While this tour does not include St. Peter's Basilica, entry to the church is free! Had your hopes set on a tour of all 3? Check out this tour instead.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

• Elevate your Vatican experience on this exclusive small-group tour of the Museums and Sistine Chapel with just 14 fellow art enthusiasts.
• VIP treatment and escaping the crowds and sound like fun? This tour is for you. Say goodbye to long lines and the hustle of larger groups.
• Learn of how the Renaissance shaped the Roman Catholic Church as you unveil Vatican City's best-kept secrets in your language of comfort.
• Wrap up your tour in the Sistine Chapel. Experience the genius of Michelangelo's impressive frescos first hand.

Inclusions

• Small group of up to 15 guests
• Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line entry
• Expert English, Spanish, French, Italian or German-speaking guide (as per option selected)
• Headsets

Exclusions

• Gratuities

• Tip: Early bird gets the worm! Crowds at the Vatican start build around around 10:30am. Book an earlier spot to beat the crowds.
• Strict dress code: knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
• While the tour is not accessible to wheelchair users, the Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire and free entry for visitors with mobility impairments (certified invalidity exceeding 74%) and a companion if required.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

• The Vatican City made easy! Get direct entry tickets to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel or choose to skip ticketing queues with a host.
• Walk in the Popes' footsteps as you explore the museum halls, from the Gallery of Maps and Tapestries to the Raphael Rooms, at your own pace.
• Make your way to the crowning jewel of the Vatican City, the Sistine Chapel, and marvel at Michelangelo’s famed frescoes.
• Looking to upgrade? Why not combine your museum tickets with a minibus ride around the Vatican Gardens, regaled by an entertaining audio guide.
• Yet another upgrade lets you enter the neighboring Castel Sant'Angelo and discover its ramparts, moats, and stunning terrace.

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

• Tip: Make the most of your visit and explore some of the collections off the main route, such as Braccio Nuovo.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Please note that the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel are separate sites from St. Peter’s Basilica.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

• Head to Rome's renowned spots Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill on this expertly crafted tour.
• Admire masterpieces by Renaissance maestros at the Vatican Museums followed by a visit to the Sistine Chapel and time to explore St. Peter's Basilica.
• Head to the top of Palatine Hill for spectacular views of this ancient city.
• At the Colosseum, your tour guide will offer intuitive commentary on the ancient amphitheater and the larger-than-life shows hosted here in the past.
• Finish your full-day tour with a walk down the ancient path of the Roman Forum along the Via Sacra.

Inclusions

• Full-day guided tour of Rome
• Expert English-speaking guide
• Access to the Colosseum floors 1 & 2
• Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
• Access to Vatican Museums
• Access to Sistine Chapel
• Access to St. Peter’s Basilica
• Audio headsets

Exclusions

• Transport

• Tip: Don't miss checking out Pietà by Michelangelo in St. Peter's Basilica, one of the most famous sculptures to exist in the world.
• All visitors must carry a photo ID for security checks.
• Please note that in case of unexpected closures of some of the areas inside the Museums, the guide may have to modify the itinerary slightly.
• Please note that you will be able to visit St. Peter’s Basilica on your own. Your guide will not take you inside, since direct access from Vatican Museum is not possible.
• St Peter’s Basilica is an active place of worship and may be closed without prior notice for religious events: in this case, the visit will be substituted by a visit to the Vatican Library.
• Due to heightened security measures, you may experience delays in clearing security checks when entering venues. Guests with a pacemaker will need to show a certificate to bypass security screening
• Facilities: Cloakroom at Vatican Museums
• The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users, people with mobility issues.
• Strict Dress Code: In order to enter St.Peter's Basilica and Vatican Museums, one must abide by a dress code. Sleeveless blouses, miniskirts, shorts, and hats are not permitted. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.
• Note that the following are not allowed inside Colosseum: large backpacks or pieces of luggage.
• Note that the following are not allowed inside Vatican Museums: suitcases, backpacks, containers, umbrellas, walking sticks (except those required by disabled visitors), tripods for cameras and video cameras, signage of any kind.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

• This money-saving combo ticket offers a convenient way to admire two of the greatest art collections in the world at the Vatican Museums and Borghese Gallery.
• Get priority access to Vatican Museums and see priceless works of art from the Papal collections by Michelangelo, Raphael, da Vinci, and Titian, amongst others.
• Sprawled across 54 galleries, the museums include the Gallery of Maps, Raphael’s Rooms, and more.
• The biggest highlight is the breathtaking frescoes that adorn the walls of the legendary Sistine Chapel.
• Enjoy an escorted entry to the Borghese Gallery in Rome and avoid the winding queues.
• Gasp at the amazing art collections curated by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Scipione Cardinal Borghese.
• Admire Caravaggio's iconic masterpieces like David with the Head of Goliath and Boy with a Basket of Fruit.
• Marvel at Raphael's The Deposition and sculptures like David and Apollo and Daphne.
• Stroll through the Villa Borghese and explore the gardens dotted with vibrant flowers in bloom.

Inclusions

Vatican Museums

• Skip-the-line tickets to the Vatican Museums
• Skip-the-line tickets to the Sistine Chapel

Borghese Gallery

• Escorted entry to the Borghese Gallery

Exclusions

• Tickets to St. Peter's Basilica
• Audio guide for Borghese Gallery (purchasable on-site for 5 Euros)

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.