Vatican Garden tickets & tours

A scenic Vatican Gardens tour by open bus, followed by fast-track access to the museums.

• Experience the Vatican City in two parts—an open-top bus tour of its lush gardens, followed by a self-guided visit to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
• Glide through the Vatican Gardens, where Italian, French, and English-style landscapes cover nearly half of Vatican City, all with a multilingual audio guide.
• Skip lengthy ticket lines at the Vatican Museums and see its vast collection, from the Raphael Rooms to classical sculptures and Renaissance masterpieces.
• End at the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s breathtaking Last Judgment and Creation of Adam await.

Inclusions

• Vatican Gardens tour by open bus with a multilingual audio guide
• Entry tickets to the Vatican Museums
• Entry tickets to the Sistine Chapel

Exclusions

• Audio guide for Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
• Live guide
• Hotel transfers
• Food & drinks

• Arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled time at the Vatican Museums entrance on Viale Vaticano.
• 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.
• There are no stops during the open bus tour of the Vatican Gardens.
• There's a strict dress code for the museums. Guests must wear clothing that covers the shoulders and knees.
• The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
• No children under 7 years old are allowed.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Save 1–2 hours by skipping ticketing lines and explore the Vatican’s treasures on your schedule.

• Everything you get: Enter the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel at your selected time—no waiting at ticket counters. Stroll through iconic galleries, from ancient Roman sculptures to Renaissance masterpieces in the Gallery of Maps, before arriving at the Sistine Chapel to see Michelangelo’s legendary frescoes.
• Why choose this? Most visitors spend hours in line—this ticket gets you inside fast, so you can spend that time with the art. Once inside, explore at your own pace with no fixed route or guide schedule.
• Upgrade: Skip all logistics with hosted entry—a local rep meets you, validates your ticket, and walks you in. Once inside, explore freely or add an audio guide with expert commentary in 12 languages for deeper insights without joining a tour. Want to elevate your visit? Include a scenic open-bus tour of the Vatican Gardens—normally off-limits to the public."

Inclusions

• Entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
• Hosted entry to Vatican Museums with ticket redemption (as per option selected)
• Vatican Garden open bus tour (as per option selected)
• Booking and service charges

Exclusions

• Live guide
• Entry to St. Peter's Basilica
• Gratuities

• Names on tickets must match a valid photo ID. Double-check the details at checkout for a smooth entry.
• Your ticket includes a specific entry time. Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your chosen slot as delays might lead to denied entry.
• If you've chosen the Vatican Gardens open bus tour, please note that the multilingual audio guide is only available during the tour and not for your Museum and Chapel visit.
• The Vatican Museums has 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.
• Cover your shoulders, knees, and backs—this applies to all visitors.
• When in Sistine Chapel, silence is mandatory and photography is prohibited.
• Expect a considerable wait at the security line, especially during peak times. Patience is key, it could take up to an hour.
• The Sistine Chapel is located at the end of the Vatican Museums tour, so expect to pass through galleries before reaching it.
• 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.

Explore all three Vatican highlights with skip-the-line access to the Museums and exclusive entry to the basilica via a hidden passage.

Everything you get: Skip the ticketing queues and follow your expert guide through the Vatican Museums, including the Gallery of Maps, Raphael Rooms, and more. Get all the context you need before stepping into the Sistine Chapel to admire Michelangelo’s masterpieces. Enter St. Peter’s Basilica directly—skipping the 2-hour queue—through a special passageway from the Chapel.

Why choose this: This shortcut takes you straight from the Sistine Chapel into St. Peter’s Basilica, saving you hours of waiting. With over a millennium of history, St. Peter’s is packed with must-see treasures, and your guide ensures you don’t miss the iconic rooms and hidden stories you'd likely miss on your own.

Upgrade: Go for a fully guided tour inside St. Peter’s Basilica for a deeper, more immersive experience. Explore with an expert who brings its history to life and gain deeper context inside one of the world’s most important churches.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line entry
• Skip-the-line entry to St. Peter's Basilica
• Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica (as per option selected)
• Expert English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking guide
• Headphones

Exclusions

• Gratuities
• Entry to St. Peter's Basilica Dome

• Names on tickets must match a valid photo ID. Double-check the details at checkout for a smooth entry.
• Your ticket includes a specific entry time. Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your chosen slot.
• 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.
• When in Sistine Chapel, silence is mandatory and photography is prohibited. Guides will provide all necessary and interesting details before entry.
• Expect a considerable wait at the security line, especially during peak times. Patience is key, it could take up to an hour!
• Please be aware that during the Jubilee Year, certain areas of the Vatican Museums may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies. Additionally, entrance to St. Peter's Basilica may also experience unannounced closures. These circumstances are beyond our control. Thank you for your understanding.
• The Vatican Museums reserve the right to close any section, including the Sistine Chapel, due to unforeseen circumstances. The closure of any museum section does not entitle visitors to any refund.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Gain deeper insight into the museums' treasures and Michelangelo’s frescoes with an expert guide.

Everything you get: Skip the long ticketing lines—saving 1–2 hours—and explore the Vatican Museums with your expert guide. Visit iconic galleries like the Gallery of Maps and the Raphael Rooms, then step into the Sistine Chapel with the context that brings Michelangelo’s ceiling frescoes and The Last Judgment to life.

Why choose this: The Vatican collection is so extensive it could take 48 days to see it all. This tour helps you discover the most important works in just a few hours, with expert insights that make them unforgettable.

Upgrades: Join a standard group tour (up to 30 guests) for a budget-friendly way to gain expert context. Prefer a more personal, engaging experience? Choose a small-group tour with fewer than 15 guests. You can also add an open-bus tour of the Vatican Gardens for exclusive access to the sprawling green spaces hidden behind the museums.

Inclusions

• Guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line entry
• Expert English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, or Portuguese-speaking guide
• Explore with a group of up to 20 people
• Guided tour of Vatican Gardens (as per option selected)
• Small group tour (as per option selected)
• Nighttime tour (as per option selected)

Exclusions

• Gratuities
• Entry to St. Peter's Basilica and/or guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica

• Names on tickets must match a valid photo ID. Double-check the details at checkout for a smooth entry.
• Your ticket includes a specific entry time and delays might lead to denied entry. Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your chosen slot.
• 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.
• When in Sistine Chapel, silence is mandatory and photography is prohibited. Guides will provide all necessary and interesting details before entry.
• If you've chosen the tour with Vatican Gardens, note that it includes access to only select Museum galleries (Gallery of Candelabras, Gallery of Maps, and Gallery of Tapestries).
• Please be aware that during the Jubilee Year, certain areas of the Vatican Museums may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies. Additionally, entrance to St. Peter's Basilica may also experience unannounced closures.
• The Vatican Museums reserve the right to close any section, including the Sistine Chapel, due to unforeseen circumstances. The closure of any museum section does not entitle visitors to any refund.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Tour the Vatican on your terms with a private, customisable experience and exclusive Basilica access.

Everything you get: Skip ticketing lines and explore the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with just your group and a dedicated guide. Your guide tailors the visit to your interests—whether that's the Borgia Apartments, Braccio Nuovo, or hidden corners most tours miss. After the Chapel, use a special passage to enter St. Peter’s Basilica, where you can explore on your own at your own pace.

Why choose this: It’s just you, your group, and an expert guide—no crowds, no distractions. Go deeper into the art and history that interest you most, and move at a pace that’s fully yours.

Upgrades: Add a fully guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica to uncover the stories behind its most iconic features—like Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s altar, and the dome’s breathtaking interior.

Inclusions

• Private guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line access
• Entry and private guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica (as per option selected)
• Expert English/Spanish/French/German/Italian-speaking guide
• Headsets

• The price displayed is for two people and increases as you add more participants.
• Names on tickets must match a valid photo ID. Double-check the details at checkout for a smooth entry.
• Your tour includes a specific entry time and delays entry might result in denied entry. Arrive punctually to maximize your experience.
• Cover your shoulders, knees, and backs—this applies to all visitors.
• 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.
• When in Sistine Chapel, silence is mandatory and photography is prohibited. Guides will provide all necessary and interesting details before entry.
• Security checks are mandatory for all visitors and may result in wait times, especially during peak season they might stretch to an hour.
• The Vatican Museums reserve the right to close any section, including the Sistine Chapel, due to unforeseen circumstances. The closure of any museum section does not entitle visitors to any refund.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.