Rome Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Ticket

Overview

Skip the long lines and explore the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel at your own pace. We have the perfect option for you. Tickets will be sent via email for a hassle-free experience. Please note: You are booking only one of the following options, so review carefully before purchasing. ✅ Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Skip-the-Line Ticket – Self-guided access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Tickets sent one hour before your visit. No Mamertine Prison or transfer included. ✅ Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel + Mamertine Prison Entry – Includes Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Mamertine Prison access (09:00-17:00). Vatican tickets sent one hour before; Mamertine tickets sent one day prior. No transfer included. Restoration work on Michelangelo’s The Last Judgment will take place in 2026. Scaffolding may partially or fully obstruct the altar wall.

What's included

• ✓Skip-the-Line Ticket to the Vatican Museums
• ✓Entry to Sistine Chapel

• ✕Guided Tour
• ✕Access to St. Peter's Basilica
• ✕Access to St. Peter's Dome (can be bought directly at the basilica for €10)
• ✕Audio Guide of the Museums (available for purchase €8)

What you'll do

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   Embark on a journey through time and art at your own pace with this self-guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Explore vast galleries brimming with sculptures, paintings, and artifacts, spanning from ancient civilizations to the Renaissance. Choose your adventure: A captivating audio guide (available for purchase) to unlock the stories and symbolism behind iconic masterpieces. Navigate independently with a detailed map and informative signage throughout the museums. Highlights include: The awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel, featuring Michelangelo's breathtaking ceiling frescoes and Last Judgement. The Gallery of Maps, showcasing exquisite cartographical art. Renowned sculptures and paintings from legendary artists. The freedom to explore at your own rhythm and delve deeper into works that captivate you. Please note: This self-guided tour offers a flexible and enriching experience, allowing you to discover the wonders of the Vatican at your leisure.

Availability & pricing

2 tour options available. Pick your exact date & check live availability on the booking page.

Good to know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please note that your booking confirmation email is not your entry ticket. You will receive a separate email and/Or WhatsApp with your official skip-the-line access tickets ONE HOUR BEFORE THE EVENT
• A strict dress code is enforced within the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men and women. Short skirts or clothing revealing bare shoulders will not be permitted
• While our skip-the-line tickets expedite entry, you will still need to pass through airport-style security checks, similar to those at airports. Please allow extra time for this process
• Holders of a disability card with a rating of 74% or above are entitled to free entry for themselves and one accompanying caretaker (if self-sufficiency is limited)
• If you require wheelchair access, you can purchase your tickets directly at the Vatican Museums' designated entrance. You do not need to purchase through a tour operator
• Please be aware that the Vatican enforces strict punctuality. Latecomers with skip-the-line access tickets may be refused entry by Vatican administration
• All participants must provide their names exactly as they appear on the ID they will present upon arrival. Tickets are nominal and non-refundable, meaning that the name on the ticket must match the ID shown at entry. Providing incorrect names or using a name that does not match the ID may result in denied entry, as this is a requirement set by the venue. Please double-check and confirm the accuracy of the names to ensure a smooth entry experience.
• Please note that Vatican Museums skip-the-line tickets are subject to availability. The actual entry time may be scheduled up to one hour before or after your selected time. We will always aim to secure the closest possible time slot.
• During Sede Vacante, the Sistine Chapel may close without prior notice for the Papal Conclave. Access is not guaranteed, and no refunds will be provided for such closures.
• Restoration work on Michelangelo’s The Last Judgment will take place in 2026. The Sistine Chapel will remain open, but scaffolding may partially or fully obstruct the altar wall. No refunds are issued for restoration work, scaffolding, or unannounced closures by the Vatican.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.