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Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tickets

169 Reviews 4.28 out of 5 stars Based on 169 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Vatican City, Italy
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On average, this is booked 12 (2) days in advance.
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With this priority access admission you will skip the line for Vatican museums & Sistine Chapel. Your tickets will be sent to your email a day before your booking date. Please use these tickets to enter at the allotted time you have booked for and enjoy your visit at your own pace. Navigate through the most important galleries and breathtaking masterpieces collection of art in your way without following any crowd.

Marvel at Raphael's masterpieces, including the iconic "School of Athens." Immerse yourself in a world of exquisite frescoes and timeless creativity.

Finally, admire the iconic artwork adorning the Sistine Chapel, where you see Michelangelo’s legendary frescoes and The Last Judgment.

NOTE: Vatican Museums are one of the most visited museums in the world with more than 10 million visitors every year. Expect more crowd than usual since 2025 is the Jubilee Year for Vatican City and more than 25 million are expected this year.

What's Included

  • Fast track Entrance
  • Admission to Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
  • Hotel Pickup and Drop
  • Skip Security Check Line
  • Tour or Tour Guide
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Meeting Location

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Vatican Museums
Viale Vaticano, Vatican City 00120, Italy

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Vatican Museums

With the PDF ticket sent to your email, enter the Vatican Museums from the entrance near Viale Vaticano 100, Rome.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Vatican Museums

From the glories of ancient Greece and Egypt to Middle ages Renaissance works, from statues which belong to ancient Rome to modern shiny bronze sphere, Vatican museums has more than 20,000 artifacts in display.Walk the hallways of the Pope's luxury palaces admiring pine cone courtyard, Egypt and Etruscan collections, glorious tapestries, Gallery of Maps, painted ceilings and large scale frescoes by Raphael.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

The frescoes depict scenes drawn from the Bible's Old Testament and The Last Judgment by Michelangelo
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Please keep in mind these tickets are timed, and in the event you are late and missing your time slot, there is no possibility of reimbursement
  • Arrive directly to the Vatican Museums Entrance and show the PDF tickets sent to your email/mobile
  • All travellers must carry print or mobile version ID proof (Passport/Driving Licence/Govt. issued ID card)

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tickets?

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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Activity code: C-144387P2

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4.28
169 reviews

Average 4.28 out of 5 stars based on 169 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tickets?
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.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Fast track Entrance.
  • Admission to Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel Pickup and Drop.
  • Skip Security Check Line.
  • Tour or Tour Guide.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tickets is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Tickets will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Fast track Entrance
  • Admission to Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
  • Hotel Pickup and Drop
  • Skip Security Check Line
  • Tour or Tour Guide

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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 keep in mind these tickets are timed, and in the event you are late and missing your time slot, there is no possibility of reimbursement
  • Arrive directly to the Vatican Museums Entrance and show the PDF tickets sent to your email/mobile
  • All travellers must carry print or mobile version ID proof (Passport/Driving Licence/Govt. issued ID card)
  • Knee length shorts are allowed and shoulders to be covered while entering Sistine chapel. Can use scarf for temporary purpose.

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