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Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Skip-The-Line Ticket

235 Reviews 4.60 out of 5 stars Based on 235 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 91% of reviewers | Rome, Italy
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Overview

This museum complex houses an extraordinary collection of art, sculptures, and historical treasures amassed by the popes over centuries. Explore masterpieces by Michelangelo, Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci, and more, while discovering the history, religion, and culture of the Vatican.

Visit iconic galleries such as the Pio-Clementino Museum, Gallery of Maps, and the stunning Raphael Rooms. No trip is complete without the breathtaking Sistine Chapel, featuring Michelangelo’s ceiling frescoes and the Last Judgment.

Enhance your tour with optional extras: enjoy Italian pizza, a classic breakfast, or a visit to Castel Sant’Angelo. Finally, relax on a 3-hour Hop On Hop Off BUs Tour through the city, available anytime during the day.

What's Included

  • 3-Hour Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour
  • Castel Sant’Angelo Skip-the-Line Ticket (if selected)
  • Breakfast inside the Vatican (if selected)
  • Pick up from and to the hotel
  • Guided tour
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Viale Vaticano
97, 00192 Roma RM, Italy

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Touristation Vaticano

Meeting pointTouristation Vatican Office – Viale Vaticano 97, 00192 Rome, Italy, just 50 meters from the Vatican Museums entrance. Please arrive 15 minutes before the selected time.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

The Sistine Chapel is world-famous for Michelangelo’s breathtaking frescoed ceiling and The Last Judgment, extraordinary masterpieces that vividly portray biblical scenes with unmatched artistry and detail.
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Vatican Museums

The Vatican Museums house an incredible collection of art amassed by the Catholic Church and the papacy over the centuries. With over 20,000 masterpieces, the collection spans from the wonders of ancient Greece and Egypt to the art of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. Admire the enchanting Pinecone Courtyard, the rich Egyptian and Etruscan collections, exquisite tapestries, the famous Gallery of Maps, magnificent painted ceilings, and the grand fresco cycles of Raphael.A visit to the Sistine Chapel is a must—the world’s most famous chapel, seat of the Conclave, and an extraordinary showcase of Michelangelo’s timeless frescoes.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Please report to the Touristation Office - Viale Vaticano 97 to redeem your voucher. Please arrive 15 minutes before the selected time.
  • Dress code for the Vatican is required: shoulders and knees has to be covered. ID required
  • The Vatican Museums & the Sistine Chapel are closed on Sundays and during the Religious Festivities

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Skip-The-Line Ticket?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Average 4.60 out of 5 stars based on 235 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • 3-Hour Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour
  • Castel Sant’Angelo Skip-the-Line Ticket (if selected)
  • Breakfast inside the Vatican (if selected)
  • Touristation Assistance – Viale Vaticano 97 (50 meters from the Vatican Museums entry)
  • Pizza inside the Vatican (if selected)
  • Ancient Rome Multimedia Video
  • Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Skip-the-Line Ticket
  • Pick up from and to the hotel
  • Guided tour

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Please report to the Touristation Office - Viale Vaticano 97 to redeem your voucher. Please arrive 15 minutes before the selected time.
  • Dress code for the Vatican is required: shoulders and knees has to be covered. ID required
  • The Vatican Museums & the Sistine Chapel are closed on Sundays and during the Religious Festivities
  • The staff will help you to book the other attractions included in your booking at the meeting point.
  • The Vatican Museums reserve the right to close any section, including the Sistine Chapel, due to unforeseen circumstances. The closure of any museum section does not entitle visitors to any refund.
  • Please note: Food included in the selected options may not be suitable for guests with dietary restrictions or food intolerances. Guests with specific dietary requirements should keep this in mind when choosing this option.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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