Guided Tours

Combo (Save 5%): Vatican Museums + Borghese Gallery Tickets

Name: Combo (Save 5%): Vatican Museums + Borghese Gallery Tickets
Start: 2026-07-13T15:30:00
End: 2026-07-13T20:00:00
Location: Rome

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9:00am - 7:00pm

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Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Guided tour

4.4/5(36,175)

Afonso S

Family

Verified booking

Last week

The visit to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel was one of the most memorable experiences of my trip. I was impressed by the sheer number of works of art, sculptures, and paintings—all very well preserved and steeped in history. Even though there were many visitors, I was still able to appreciate the beauty of the spaces. The most special moment was stepping into the Sistine Chapel and seeing Michelangelo’s famous frescoes in person. It’s a feeling that’s hard to describe and very different from seeing them only in photographs. The entire atmosphere conveys great historical and cultural significance. I recommend this visit to anyone passing through Rome, as it’s a unique place that’s truly worth seeing. Furthermore, the visit helped me better understand the importance of art and history in European culture, making the experience even more enriching and memorable.

Stephanie M

Solo

Verified booking

5 days ago

Visiting the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel was one of the highlights of my trip to Rome. I had seen so many photos before, but nothing compares to seeing it all in person. The museums are full of incredible artwork, beautiful halls, and fascinating history around every corner. The Sistine Chapel was the most unforgettable part of the visit. Looking up at Michelangelo's famous ceiling was an amazing experience. It was quite crowded, but everything was well organized. I definitely recommend buying your tickets in advance, especially the fast-track option, because it saves a lot of time and lets you skip the long entrance lines. It made the whole visit much more enjoyable. I would happily visit again.

Margialena M

Family

Verified booking

Last week

The guide that took us through the checkpoint and informed us about the process was amazing and that service was worth the money..! We didn't expect the vastness of the museum and the variety of the dispalying artifacts. It was huge and crowded but not disturbingly..Certainly, there is no time to look at everything and sometimes you need to rush in order for the crowd to keep moving... Few places to rest and freshen up. Mesmerizing the pinacoteca and ofcourse the Sixtine Chapel. It would be nice to be formerly advised about the fact that you need ID for the children as well and that you might need to cover up legs and shoulders for the Chapel.

Jenny D

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

This company looked after us so well. My husband was on crutches and they personally directed us to the wheelchair area and made sure we were sorted before leaving us to tour the area. They were very attentive. The queues were not super large when we got there at 3.30pm but were huge when we came out so we were very happy to have successfully skipped the wait. Yes, the museum was busy, and the wheelchair route to the Sistine chapel, which is what we largely wanted to see, was a backwards route in, but the attendants throughout the museum were brilliant and helpful. We absolutely loved this tour.

Amymay Y

Family

Verified booking

6 days ago

The Vatican Museum collection was much larger than anticipated! I recommend doing this as a single event in one day, with a visit to San Pietro's Basilica another day- it's a LOT of walking! The collection begins with some quite breathtaking religious artworks, some dating back to the 1200's (and the preservation of these is quite incredible) but the collection also has Ancient Egyptian artefacts through to works by Henri Matisse. The tour operator was very friendly and patient with our group, I would use HeadOut for future tours.

Sophia S

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

It saved us from having to wait over two hours at the museum in the blazing sun at 36 degrees; we didn’t have tickets in advance because it was a spontaneous trip to Rome. Instead, we spent a leisurely 30 minutes eating at the café across from the meeting point and waited there with cold drinks. Everything went smoothly—we went inside, received instructions, and were then escorted into the museum as a group by a lady. I’d book this again in a heartbeat. Highly recommended!

Two of Rome's most sought-after art collections, one public and papal, one private and Baroque, both on timed, self-guided entry.

Borghese Gallery: Timed-slot entry gives you independent access to the permanent collection, without a guide or group schedule.

Vatican Museums: Skip-the-line entry into the Museums and Sistine Chapel lets you explore independently, bypassing the general ticket queue.

Both museums sell out fast in peak season, so booking together secures your slot at each well in advance.

Plan these across separate days, given the distance between Villa Borghese and Vatican City.

Skip-the-line tickets to the Vatican Museums

Skip-the-line tickets to the Sistine Chapel

Escorted entry to the Borghese Gallery

Booking fee

Tickets to St. Peter's Basilica

Audio guide for Borghese Gallery

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Dario R
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The host is located near the skip-the-line entrance to the Vatican museums; the place has a vending machine with food and drinks, restrooms, and fans, so it was very pleasant. We walked for 5 minutes and got in the fast-track lines. Everything was very intuitive, even though we didn’t speak English very well. The staff used gestures that were very helpful in guiding us. The highlight of the tour was seeing the Sistine Chapel. You have to be quiet in there and photography is not allowed; there’s a dress code that’s taken very seriously. You might see people without appropriate attire in the museums, but in the Sistine Chapel they’re very strict. It makes you want to stay there for hours, but there are so many museums, with something for every taste. The corridor leading up to the Sistine Chapel is enormous, filled with artwork on the ceilings and walls. It also seems like the crowd gets bigger the closer you get, as you can see in the photo. Truly wonderful!
Afonso S
Family
Verified booking
Last week
The visit to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel was one of the most memorable experiences of my trip. I was impressed by the sheer number of works of art, sculptures, and paintings—all very well preserved and steeped in history. Even though there were many visitors, I was still able to appreciate the beauty of the spaces. The most special moment was stepping into the Sistine Chapel and seeing Michelangelo’s famous frescoes in person. It’s a feeling that’s hard to describe and very different from seeing them only in photographs. The entire atmosphere conveys great historical and cultural significance. I recommend this visit to anyone passing through Rome, as it’s a unique place that’s truly worth seeing. Furthermore, the visit helped me better understand the importance of art and history in European culture, making the experience even more enriching and memorable.
Cristina E
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
This is my first time visiting Rome. The whole group had bought tickets to the Vatican Museum in advance, but I hadn’t because I joined them later. I didn’t know what to do because we were all going to the same place, but I had to buy mine while waiting in a huge line in the sweltering heat. That’s when I saw Headout online and decided to buy a ticket right away. The experience was a godsend because I got lost, and the guy from the agency called me and very kindly told me where the place was. We didn’t have to wait in line—there were three people in charge of the group—and everything went off without a hitch. Honestly, they’re a lifesaver in moments of chaos and stress. Thanks for everything, Headout—especially for giving me a 10% discount to visit the Roman Colosseum. When I come back, I’ll have everything planned out with you guys. Thank you so much!
Budulan I
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
I did like very much that how our guide was organized. He phone called me at 15:45 tops to check if we have arrived at the pin point as it was too crowdy and couldn't locate us. The process went very smoothly as we had tickets skip the line. Vaticam museum is so large, it took us 2 hours to visit, but it is very impressive. Lots of history there, lots of multicultural connections all around the world, and so ancient. We were so impressed about how much attention is was paid to details, and how talented people were even in the 1st century or even before. We enjoyed every step we took, and got amazed by every chamber we entered. It is amazing, this is a must see, definitely. And i truly recommend our guide, unfortunately i cannot remember his name. Thank you for the experience!
Inderpreet M
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
We had a wonderful experience visiting the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. A special thank you to the staff member at the entrance who checked our tickets. She was incredibly kind, patient, and helpful. She took the time to explain the layout of Vatican City, showed us the museum map, and gave us valuable tips on the best route to take, how to enter the museum smoothly, and where to find the best viewpoints. Her advice made it much easier to navigate and helped us make the most of our visit. The museums themselves were breathtaking, with incredible art and history at every turn. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience, and the excellent customer service made it even more enjoyable. Highly recommended!

Move between two distinct chapters of Rome's art history, a private cardinal's collection and the Vatican's vast papal galleries, each explored independently.

Getting started

Arrive at each venue with your mobile ticket and a valid photo ID ready. Both tickets are tied to a reserved time slot, so have your ticket validated at the entrance. Standard security checks apply at both sites.

Borghese Gallery

What to expect

Step into Villa Borghese for your timed slot at the gallery, where centuries of sculpture and painting await inside a former cardinal's private residence.

Features

Timed-slot entry keeps your visit anchored to a fixed window, without a group pace to follow.

Explore the permanent collection independently, spending as long as you like in each room.

Move between ground-floor sculpture and first-floor paintings at your own rhythm.

Vatican Museums

What to expect

Continue to the Vatican Museums, where galleries spanning centuries of papal collecting lead toward the Sistine Chapel.

Features

Skip-the-line entry gets you past the general ticket queue and into the galleries faster.

Explore the Museums' collections independently, at your own pace, ending at the Sistine Chapel.

No guide or fixed group schedule to follow throughout the visit.

What to bring

Borghese Gallery

Carry a valid photo ID that matches the name on your booking; it may be requested at entry.

Vatican Museums

Wear clothing suitable for a place of worship. Shoulders and knees must be covered.

What's not allowed

Borghese Gallery

Medium and large bags, backpacks, suitcases, umbrellas, and selfie sticks must be checked into the cloakroom. Only small pouches or purses up to 21 x 15 cm can be carried inside.

Food, drinks, and animals aren't permitted, except guide dogs.

Vatican Museums

Large bags and suitcases are not allowed inside; storage is available at the entrance.

Photography without flash is permitted in most galleries.

Photography and filming are strictly prohibited inside the Sistine Chapel.

Accessibility

Borghese Gallery

Visitors with reduced mobility can use the rear entrance to bypass the front staircase.

The second-floor elevator has limited space, so larger wheelchairs may need to be swapped for one provided by the museum.

Vatican Museums

The Museums are largely accessible to wheelchair users, with step-free access at the main entrance and recommended accessible routes throughout.

Additional information

Borghese Gallery entry is reservation-only and valid for your selected time slot.

Vatican Museums tickets are valid only for the date and time slot selected at checkout, with single entry and no re-entry once you exit.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the ticket redemption point.

If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

Kindly ensure that you arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your experience to avoid any delays.

Ticket Redemption Points

Vatican Museums

Redeem your ticket at the Vatican Museums ticket office - CASSA ONLINE E GRUPPI.

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Borghese Gallery

Redeem your ticket at the Borghese Gallery entrance.

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Validity

This ticket is valid for the date and time selected during checkout.