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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.
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.
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.
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.
Tour in English. NO access to St. Peter's Basilica.
10 guests max
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
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
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
Escorted skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel. No guided tour. NO access to St. Peter's Basilica.
1,352 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Janice T,
May 20, 2025
- Viator
Oscar was knowledgeable and fun. We learned a lot. He kept us moving but allowed us time to look. We could hear and understand him well.
Judy E,
May 18, 2025
- Viator
The tour guide could not be understood. There were way too many museums to go through. You should only do this tour if “art” is your passion. The one thing we really wanted to do was the Sistine chapel and there was no explanation within the chapel just shoulder to shoulder people.
Sara W,
May 16, 2025
- Viator
We had Martina as our tour guide earlier this week. We had some good tour guides this trip, but she was our favorite - funny and informative— she explained things before we saw them and made the experience more meaningful. The small group was nice as well. Whole hearted recommend this tour.
Joanne W,
May 14, 2025
- Viator
Our tour was wonderful, Polina did a fantastic tour. She was very knowledgeable and very kind. She told us so much history about the Vatican that we did not know about.
katie p,
May 10, 2025
- Viator
Our guide was so knowledgeable about the Vatican museum and the basilica. The Sistine chapel was closed due to the conclave but the trip was still amazing and well worth it!
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