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2 hours 30 minutes
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Experience the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Raphael’s Rooms – Without the Wait!
Embark on a Skip-the-Line tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Raphael’s Rooms. Opt for First Access with guided entry to St. Peter’s Basilica, where available.
Explore highlights with an expert guide who brings history to life. Group tours are capped at 20 guests and include headsets for clear narration.
Want a more personal touch? Choose our Small Group tour (max. 10 guests) or upgrade to First Access to be among the first visitors. Prefer independence? Select our escorted ticket-only option for self-paced exploring.
Important:
St. Peter’s Basilica is separate from the Museums and included only in tours where stated. With Basilica access, you’re free to explore independently after the guided portion.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children 6 and under are entitled to free access to the Vatican Museums (with proof of age)
Children aged 7-18 are entitled to a reduced entry fee (see tour and ticket pricing) and must provide proof of age.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked start time. Tickets are time sensitive and we cannot accomodate late arrivals.
Important: St. Peter's Basilica is not included in all tour options. If you wish to visit the Basilica as part of your experience, please ensure you select a tour where it is explicitly listed as included.
Guests with a certified disability of over 75% are entitled to free entrance to the Vatican and do not require a ticket. For guests who are not self-sufficient, free entry is extended to a companion.
Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
Please include all names as they appear on your passports when booking. Tickets are non-transferable and if the names on your booking do not match your ID you may be denied access and will not be due a refund. Any name changes must be communicated at least 72 hours in advance.
Please bring official ID with you (or a photo/photocopy).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Skip the Line Access & Entrance Ticket to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Skip the Line Access to St. Peter's Basilica (only when option is selected during booking)
Headsets to hear your guide clearly (if guided option selected)
Insider Guide (if guided option selected)
Food & Beverages
Gratuities
20 guests max
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
First Access + Basilica: 20max: First access. Tour in English of the Vatican Museums. Includes Skip the Line St. Peter’s Basilica (access only – no tour).
10 guests max
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
First Access: 10max: First access. Tour in English of the Vatican Museums. NO access to St. Peter's Basilica.
10 guests max
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
First Access + Basilica: 10max: First access. Tour in English of the Vatican Museums. Includes Skip the Line St. Peter’s Basilica (access only – no tour).
20 guests max
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Guided Tour: 20max: Tour in English of the Vatican Museums, NO access to St. Peter's Basilica.
10 guests max
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Guided Tour: 10max: Tour in English of the Vatican Museums. NO access to St. Peter's Basilica.
12 guests max
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Express First Access: 12max: Express Tour in English of the Vatican Museums to the Sistine Chapel, NO access to St. Peter's Basilica.
10 guests max
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Guided Tour + Basilica: 10max: Tour in English of the Vatican Museums. Includes Skip the Line St. Peter’s Basilica (access only – no tour).
20 guests max
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Guided Tour + Basilica: 20max: Tour in English of the Vatican Museums. Includes Skip the Line St. Peter’s Basilica (access only – no tour).
Hosted access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, no guided tour. NO access to St. Peter's Basilica.
1,418 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Frank S,
Aug 2, 2025
- Viator
Oscar was a fantastic guide! He was in depth and hit the highlights without taking all day and had a good sense of humor
Hena H,
Jul 26, 2025
- Viator
Knowable guide, very sweet and humble . It was very well planned . I will recommend this tour . Must take this .
Jordan T,
Jul 20, 2025
- Viator
Knowledgeable and whitty. He made the tour fun but kept on track. We would complete another tour with him given the puns that were not as appreciated as they should have been.
Deborah E,
Jul 10, 2025
- Viator
Our tour guide was Rodrigo and was extremely knowledgeable but I had a great difficulty in understanding him. His accent was quite thick. But heads extremely patient and knowledgeable. Helped us get to the Basilica after our tour.
Mjkeenan2,
Jul 8, 2025
- Viator
Martina was engaging and excellent at sharing detailed information about the artwork we were seeing. She dealt very patiently with stragglers.
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