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Vatican Museums: Skip-the-Ticket-Line 2.5-Hour Guided Tour

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Enjoy skip-the-ticket-line access to the treasures of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. Admire the amazing art collection of the Vatican, one of the largest collections in the world.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Skip the line
    Get priority entry.
  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    2.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Entrance fees
    • Local taxes
    • Professional art historian guide
    • Skip-the-ticket-line access
    • Food and drinks
    • Gratuities (optional)
    • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
    • Transportation to/from attractions
    • Entrance to St. Peter's Basilica
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Skip the ticket lines at the Vatican Museums
  • See the major works of art with a professional art historian guide
  • Marvel at Michelangelo’s frescoes in the Sistine Chapel
  • Admire ancient and Renaissance masterpieces at its best

Description

This 2.5-hour tour of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica will immerse you in both art and history. Your professional guide will tell you about the secrets and stories behind the magnificent works of art and architecture you encounter.

Begin at the Vatican Museums with skip-the-ticket-line access. Admire many masterpieces from different time periods, from classical Greek art to the Renaissance works of Michelangelo. Your guide will take you through the history the Catholic Church, and you’ll also hear about the rivalry among Renaissance artists. 

After visiting the Museums, your guide will escort you to the Sistine Chapel, where you’ll stand in awe of Michelangelo’s masterpiece, The Last Judgment.

Good to know before you go
  • All visitors must pass through airport-style security. During high season the wait at security may be up to 30 minutes.
  • A dress code applies at places of worship and the Vatican Museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may be refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved.
  • Student discounts only apply to those under 26 years of age with an International Student Card (ISIC), which must be shown on-site. Child discounts apply from 7-18 years (a valid ID card should be shown on-site for ages 14-18). Infants under 6 enter free of charge.
  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible due to difficulties in the Sistine Chapel.
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. What does the 'skip the line' ticket mean?
'Skip the line' tickets provide the fastest possible entry with no or very little queuing.
4. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    18-99 years
  • Youth
    6-17 years
  • Infants
    0-5 years
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