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Skip the Line: Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel + Optional Basilica

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From EUR 49

4.74
1,367 reviews
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Overview

Available languages

German
English
Italian
French
Spanish

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.

Due to Pope Francis’s passing, the Sistine Chapel will be closed from April 28 until the end of the conclave. Tours will run but exclude the Chapel. Basilica access may also be affected.

Additional Info

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).

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

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

Options

Hosted Ticket Only (No guide)

Hosted access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, no guided tour. NO access to St. Peter's Basilica.

Guided Tour: 20max

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.

Express First Access: 12max

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.

Guided Tour + Basilica: 10max

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).

First Access: 10max

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.

Guided Tour + Basilica: 20max

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).

First Access + Basilica: 10max

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).

Guided Tour: 10max

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.

First Access + Basilica: 20max

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).

Reviews

4.74

1,367 reviews

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  • Great to go for the Vatican museum and Sistine chapel

    Erwin R,

    Jun 1, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our tour guide she was great. We were in a small group of 10 and it made it more intimate and I do recommend doing the small group of 10. The only thing that wasn’t clear was how we get to go in and out of the Basilica without having to go through Square when we tried that yesterday it was rough were so long and it was 89° and the jubilee setup was going on in preparation for a the new pope

  • Martina was excellent!...

    Jennifer A,

    May 31, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Martina was excellent! She guided us through the crowds with ease! Tour gave us skip the line access to the Basilica!

  • Our tour guide,...

    tracy b,

    May 30, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Our tour guide, Francisco, was very knowledgeable and easy to understand. He made the experience wonderful.

  • Great value.

    Debra P,

    May 26, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Very educational. Our tour guide Maria was great. We had a small group and she made sure we all stayed together. It was a long tour with lots of walking and steps.

  • Fred was our tour guide....

    Maggie F,

    May 25, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Fred was our tour guide. He had an archeological background which added some different information to the tour! He was very passionate which helped keep us engaged. There is so much information that a tour like this can be overwhelming, but Fred made it fun!

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