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Effortless and Swift, our Skip-the-Line tours and tickets offer timed-entry access to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Simply join us at a specified meeting point near the entrance of the Vatican Museums to effortlessly redeem your tickets and receive valuable advice. Alternatively, rendezvous with your guide and embark on a once-in-a-lifetime journey, immersing yourself in some of the world's most exquisite art. For a more intimate experience, opt for our small group guided tour upgrade designed for groups of 10 or fewer. Alternatively, indulge in a First Access upgrade to be among the first to explore the Museums for the day. Here for just the Sistine Chapel? Choose our 1.5 hour first access express tour to head there early, before the crowds! St. Peter's access is included when available except Wednesdays (NOT included for tickets).
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.
At least 4 people are required for the guided tour options to take place.
Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked start time. Tickets are time sensitive and we cannot accomodate late arrivals.
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Skip the Line Access & Entrance Tickets to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
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St. Peter's Basilica access when available except Wednesdays (NOT included for tickets).
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
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Tips
Hotel pickup and drop-off
First access of the day. Skip the Line access to St. Peter's Basilica included, except Wednesdays/events.
10 guests max
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
First access of the day & express tour to the Sistine Chapel. St. Peter's Basilica access included, except Wednesdays/events.
12 guests max
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Guided tour in English. Skip the Line Access to St. Peter's Basilica included when available, except Wednesdays/events.
20 guests max
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Guided tour in English. Skip the Line Basilica access included when available, except Wednesdays/events.
10 guests max
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Hosted Tickets Only (no guide): Hosted access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, no guided tour. NO access to St. Peter's Basilica.
Operated by EcoArt Travel
5,358 reviews
Robert Y,
Feb 4, 2025
This tour is a must if you want to experience the Vatican museums, the Sistine chapel, and St Peter's Basilica. Fred was a knowledgeable and fun tour guide. 2.5 hours went quick. There is a lot of walking and stairs. Wear comfortable shoes
Anthea G,
Feb 3, 2025
We really enjoyed the tour, we managed to see so many things in the most time efficient way! Ilaria, our tour guide, was amazing, extremely informative and fun!!!
Asif M,
Feb 2, 2025
Really good experience, the tour guide is quite knowledgeable and nice. We went through the Vatican museum and Sistine chapel and then the guide left us and we were asked to queue up for St. Peters Basilica.
Greg V,
Feb 1, 2025
It was a great tour with a very knowledgeable guide that answered all our questions and taught me something about art. It was well worth it.
B K,
Jan 29, 2025
We took the hosted entry. Very well organized, worth the money. If not available - check 2-3 days ahead, they sometimes "convert" guided tours to hosted entry, so availability gets better