Vatican Garden tickets & tours

• Enjoy guaranteed access to the greatest of Vatican City attractions, spend less time waiting in ticket queues, and more time gazing at the natural and man-made treasures.
• Settle in a comfortable open-top bus and bask in the charming scenery of the Vatican Gardens which occupy roughly half the size of Vatican City.
• Enjoy the views of different landscaped gardens designed in Italian, French, and English styles as you tune into a multilingual audio guide to learn more about the beauty surrounding you.
• Later, immerse yourself in the immense collection of Renaissance masterpieces at the Vatican Museums.
• Gape at Michelangelo's incredible work on the Sistine Chapel ceiling, along with other breathtaking frescoes.

Inclusions

• Vatican Gardens tour by open bus
• Skip-the-line tickets to the Vatican Museums
• Entry tickets to the Sistine Chapel
• Multilingual audio guide onboard
• Free Wi-fi at the meeting point

Exclusions

• Audio guide for Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
• Live guide

• Tip: Start your visit with the Vatican Gardens aboard an open bus with an audio guide, then continue by visiting the Vatican Museums at your own pace.
• Please note the chosen time must be respected and latecomers will not be accommodated.
• The onboard audio guide is available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, and Portuguese.
• Strict Dress Code: Guests must wear clothing that covers the shoulders and knees.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Get ready to uncover the world's largest church – St. Peter's Basilica, and climb its dizzying dome, with an expert local guide!
• Choose from 5 language options. On a French or English tour, you can opt to relish a hearty Italian breakfast before you begin.
• Pick up interesting details as you ascend 440ft up the magnificent dome of Michelangelo, where a stunning view of Rome and Tiber River awaits.
• Once you've visited the top, explore the dazzling art-filled interiors of St. Peter’s Basilica, and the Papal Crypts in the Vatican Grottoes.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and Dome with entry
• Expert English, Spanish, French, German or Italian-speaking guide
• Access by elevator to the base and stairs to the top
• Breakfast (optional)

Exclusions

• Entry to the Necropolis / St. Peter’s Tomb / Scavi

• Tips: Don't forget to look down as you climb the dome. Through special windows, you can catch glimpses of the basilica's interior below, offering a unique perspective.
• Strict dress code: knees and shoulders must be covered for all guests.
• Mobile phones must remain on silent mode inside the Basilica.
• This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers. 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.

• Make savings as you visit 2 must-see spots in the Eternal City alongside an expert tour guide.
• Wander through the largest amphitheater ever built, while listening to stories about the Colosseum's past in the language of your choice.
• Access the once-bustling Roman Forum and climb up Palatine Hill to enjoy the view of Rome and imagine a primeval city.
• Visit 54 galleries in the Vatican Museums and get up close with the most renowned Italian Renaissance masterpieces, from sculptures to paintings.

Inclusions

Colosseum

• Guided tour of the Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
• Expert local English, Italian, Spanish, French or German-speaking guide
• Access to the Colosseum floors 1 and 2
• Access to Palatine Hill & Roman Forum

Vatican Museums

• Guided tour of the Vatican Museums with entry
• Expert & charismatic local guide
• Access to the Sistine Chapel

Exclusions

Colosseum

• Access to the Colosseum underground, arena floor, or upper floors

Vatican Museums

• Access to St. Peter's Basilica

Colosseum

• Tip: Save some time to visit ancient Rome's largest temple, located right at the eastern edge of the Roman Forum and the Colosseum – the Temple of Venus and Roma.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Vatican Museums

• Strict dress code: knees, shoulders, and back must be covered for all guests.
• While the tour is not accessible by wheelchair, 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.