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Experience the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Raphael’s Rooms – Without the Wait!
Embark on a timeless 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.
Discover the highlights with an expert guide who brings history to life in an engaging way. Shared group tours are capped at 20 guests and include headsets for clear narration.
Looking for a more personalized experience? Choose our Small Group option (max. 10 guests) or upgrade to First Access to be among the day’s first visitors. Prefer to explore independently? Select our escorted ticket-only option to skip the lines while visiting at your own pace.
Important:
St. Peter’s Basilica access is separate from the Vatican Museums and only included in guided tour options where explicitly stated. If you choose an option with the Basilica included, access will be included and you will be free to explore on your own.
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.
St. Peter's Basilica access is separate from the Vatican Museums and not always available. When offered, it is only included in guided tours where explicitly stated. To visit the Basilica, ensure your tour option includes it.
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.
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
10 guests max
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
2.5hr with Basilica: 10 Guests: First access of the day. Includes direct access to St. Peter's Basilica, where you will be free to explore on your own.
First access of the day & express tour to the Sistine Chapel. NO access to St. Peter's Basilica.
12 guests max
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Tour in English. NO access to St. Peter's Basilica.
10 guests max
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
20 guests max
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
2.5hr with Basilica: 20 Guests: First access of the day. Includes direct access to St. Peter's Basilica, where you will be free to explore on your own.
Escorted skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel. No guided tour. NO access to St. Peter's Basilica.
First access of the day. NO access to St. Peter's Basilica.
10 guests max
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Tour in English. NO access to St. Peter's Basilica.
20 guests max
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Operated by EcoArt Travel
1,293 reviews
Anthony A,
Mar 19, 2025
It was fantastic The tour guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. Well worth it. Can’t do Vatican without a guide in my opinion
Joe M,
Mar 16, 2025
Very good experience. St Peter's square. History of Art. Philosophy. Lots to go through. The Vatican is expensive. The Church wants money.
Sue H,
Mar 16, 2025
We enjoyed our Vatican Museum tour with Monica. She was so knowledgeable about the history and the artworks, and had a great command of English. Skip-the-line was definitely the best way to visit, the queues for normal entry looked awfully long.
Olivia V,
Mar 11, 2025
The tour was amazing! Although it was hard to hear at times with the noise of other groups/ guides talking. Adriano was very polite and made it a good experience!
Emma B,
Mar 2, 2025
Great experience with Carolina, there was only 5 of us on the tour so it felt incredibly personal and got some great insights into the Vatican and Sistine chapel. FYI St Peter’s Basillica no longer included (which was refunded). Really good and would definitely recommend.
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