Rome: Vatican Museums & SistineChapel Fast Entry (Optional Guide)

Overview

Skip the long queues with this Fast Track Ticket to the Vatican, designed to offer you a smooth and memorable experience. You'll have the freedom to explore one of the world's most impressive collections of art at your own pace. Once inside, you'll discover iconic masterpieces by legendary Renaissance artists, including the breathtaking frescoes of Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling and his awe-inspiring "Last Judgement." To enhance your visit, you have two extra options: Express - ENGLISH Guided Tour: For a deeper understanding of the Vatican’s history and art, you can upgrade to a guided tour in English. Last Judgment Virtual Reality: Before your entry, you'll be immersed in a state-of-the-art virtual reality show that brings Michelangelo's famous "Last Judgement" to life. This innovative VR show provides an incredible prelude to your visit, helping you appreciate the masterpiece you will see in the Sistine Chapel with a new perspective.

What's included

• ✓Priority access to Sistine Chapel
• ✓Host at the meeting point
• ✓All Fees and Taxes
• ✓Priority access to the Vatican Museum

• ✕Guided Tour NOT included (unless Option Selected)
• ✕Access to St. Peter's Basilica NOT included
• ✕Access to the Dome of Saint Peter NOT included
• ✕The Gardens of the Vatican Museum NOT included
• ✕Audio-guide NOT included

What you'll do

1. 1

   The Sistine Chapel, located within the Vatican Museums, is one of the world's most renowned artistic masterpieces. Famous for its extraordinary ceiling painted by Michelangelo between 1508 and 1512, the Chapel features biblical scenes, including the Creation of Adam, one of the most iconic paintings in art history. In addition to the ceiling, the walls of the Sistine Chapel are adorned with frescoes by great Renaissance artists such as Botticelli, Perugino, and Ghirlandaio. Another masterpiece by Michelangelo, The Last Judgment, dominates the altar wall, depicting the second coming of Christ and the final judgment of souls. The Sistine Chapel is not only an artistic marvel but also a place of great religious significance, used for the conclave, the election of the Pope. Visiting the Sistine Chapel offers an unforgettable experience of immersion in the grandeur and spirituality of Renaissance art.

   ⏱ 20 min
2. 2

   The Vatican Museums, one of the world’s most renowned cultural institutions, offer a vast collection of art and historical treasures. Highlights include the Raphael Rooms, with frescoes by Raphael, and the Gallery of Maps, featuring detailed Italian cartography. The Pio-Clementine Museum displays iconic sculptures like the Laocoön Group, while the Vatican Pinacoteca showcases masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci and Caravaggio. The Ethnological Museum presents fascinating global artifacts. The crowning gem is the Sistine Chapel, famous for Michelangelo's awe-inspiring ceiling and The Last Judgment fresco. Visiting the Vatican Museums provides an enriching experience of art and history.

   ⏱ 1h 40m

Availability & pricing

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

Good to know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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