24 hours
Mobile ticket
Skip the long lines and explore the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel at your own pace. We have the perfect option for you. Tickets will be sent via email for a hassle-free experience.
Please note: You are booking only one of the following options, so review carefully before purchasing.
✅ Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Skip-the-Line Ticket – Self-guided access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Tickets sent one hour before your visit. No Mamertine Prison or transfer included.
✅ Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel + Mamertine Prison Entry – Includes Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Mamertine Prison access (09:00-17:00). Vatican tickets sent one hour before; Mamertine tickets sent one day prior. No transfer included.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that your booking confirmation email is not your entry ticket. You will receive a separate email and/Or WhatsApp with your official skip-the-line access tickets ONE HOUR BEFORE THE EVENT
A strict dress code is enforced within the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men and women. Short skirts or clothing revealing bare shoulders will not be permitted
While our skip-the-line tickets expedite entry, you will still need to pass through airport-style security checks, similar to those at airports. Please allow extra time for this process
Holders of a disability card with a rating of 74% or above are entitled to free entry for themselves and one accompanying caretaker (if self-sufficiency is limited)
If you require wheelchair access, you can purchase your tickets directly at the Vatican Museums' designated entrance. You do not need to purchase through a tour operator
Please be aware that the Vatican enforces strict punctuality. Latecomers with skip-the-line access tickets may be refused entry by Vatican administration
All participants must provide their names exactly as they appear on the ID they will present upon arrival. Tickets are nominal and non-refundable, meaning that the name on the ticket must match the ID shown at entry. Providing incorrect names or using a name that does not match the ID may result in denied entry, as this is a requirement set by the venue. Please double-check and confirm the accuracy of the names to ensure a smooth entry experience.
Please note that Vatican Museums skip-the-line tickets are subject to availability. The actual entry time may be scheduled up to one hour before or after your selected time. We will always aim to secure the closest possible time slot.
During Sede Vacante, the Sistine Chapel may close without prior notice for the Papal Conclave. Access is not guaranteed, and no refunds will be provided for such closures.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Skip-the-Line Ticket to the Vatican Museums
Entry to Sistine Chapel
Guided Tour
Access to St. Peter's Basilica
Access to St. Peter's Dome (can be bought directly at the basilica for €10)
Audio Guide of the Museums (available for purchase €8)
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
Embark on a journey through time and art at your own pace with this self-guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Explore vast galleries brimming with sculptures, paintings, and artifacts, spanning from ancient civilizations to the Renaissance. Choose your adventure: A captivating audio guide (available for purchase) to unlock the stories and symbolism behind iconic masterpieces. Navigate independently with a detailed map and informative signage throughout the museums. Highlights include: The awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel, featuring Michelangelo's breathtaking ceiling frescoes and Last Judgement. The Gallery of Maps, showcasing exquisite cartographical art. Renowned sculptures and paintings from legendary artists. The freedom to explore at your own rhythm and delve deeper into works that captivate you. Please note: This self-guided tour offers a flexible and enriching experience, allowing you to discover the wonders of the Vatican at your leisure.
Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket: Explore at your own pace—Michelangelo’s masterpieces, ancient treasures, and the breathtaking Sistine Chapel
Vatican Museums & Sistine : Chapel. Skip-the-line access to Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel at your chosen time. This is NOT a guided tour.
Mamertine Prison: Visit Mamertine Prison anytime between 09:00–17:00 on the same day with skip-the-line access.
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Kathleen O,
Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
This is by far the best way to tour these massive attractions- there is just far far too much to see to have a tour guide or tour group to contend with. Being able to make our way through Vatican City, St. Peter’s Square and Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and viewing all the stunning art and inspirational locations on our own made our day very personal and special. Highly recommend!
Elisabeth N,
Jun 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
They canceled our tour at the last second. We had to book another tour with a different company. I was shocked as we prepaid.
robertorQ4361GW,
Jun 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Got my tickets, the person responded quickly on WhatsApp with any concerns that I had had my doubts at first but everything went well.
marrag2025,
May 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The lines to the museum is very disorganized. There is no shade where the lines are so it was very hot. Tickets say skip-the-line but you still have to line up. You get stuck behind huge groups so it’s hard to move along the routes. Tickets are probably worth it if you go during non peak season and if you buy through the official vatican ticket site when they’re at a more reasonable price.
Ciera M,
May 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
Having the skip the line pass was so very worth it, we really enjoyed going at our own pace. The only thing I would be aware of is how absolutely massive The Vatican Museum is , we didn’t expect for this to be an all day activity (our fault for not doing the proper research) . But just so others know as well!
Adriana R,
May 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
We booked tickets that did not arrive; we were not able to access the museum, due to failure or the ticket agency
Toni Y,
Mar 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
We loved the family experience of seeing the museums and the Sistine Chapel! The kids were very excited about the incredible displays.
918diob,
Sep 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Getting skip-the-line tickets for the Vatican was the best decision! The regular line was crazy long, but we walked right in. The museums and Sistine Chapel were incredible, and we had more time to explore without feeling rushed. If you're going, definitely get these tickets – they make the whole experience way more chill!
kristinnilsson90,
Sep 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Easy booking and helpful customer service. Loved the history, the architecture and full experience of the Vatican and sistine chapel.
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