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

Sistine Chapel ceiling frescoes in Vatican Museums, part of Combo: Vatican Museums + Vatican Gardens tour.
Laocoön and His Sons sculpture at Vatican Museums, Rome.
Vatican Museums gallery with classical statues and ornate ceiling.
Vatican Museums fresco depicting philosophers in a grand hall.

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These skip-the-line combo tickets let you immerse yourself in epoch-defining art at the iconic Vatican Museums as well as the Borghese Gallery and Museum!

4.4/5

(33,119)

Charlyn Villegas

Charlyn

Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Booking a hosted skip the line ticket made it so easy for us to get into the Vatican Museums. After receiving detailed instructions on where to meet, we met our host,Jonathan, at the Inside Out office, which was very close to the main entrance of the museum. I think without a host, we would have waited in the very long line and maybe even the wrong one. Jonathan got us to the front of the line, through security, and escorted us right up to the 2nd entrance where we got in quickly. We spent about 2 hours exploring until we reached the Sistine Chapel. It was a wonderful experience, and yes, we would book it again. Tip: Bring headphones so you can listen to their provided audio tour on your phone or on the MP3 device you can rent at the museum for 8€.
Christine Corrigan

Christine

Nov 2025
Verified booking
5/5
There was a blip meeting up with the host ,as we thought that it was a group thing and nobody was at the meeting place. The host text us when we'd made our way up to the entrance to the museum. We could not use the bar code on the confirmation as this is NOT a ticket. Apparently we were to ring the bell at the address but there was no indication to do that on our confirmation letter and the door where the address was, was for several.properties. It would be helpful if this was noted. Nevertheless our host found us and was really helpful at getting us straight on past the crowds. We were in there hours, lots to see and amazing collection. The Sistine Chapel was beautiful and steeped in the history of past conclaves.
Jean Sanchez

Jean

Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Absolutely worth every penny. We visited on a rainy, extremely crowded day, and the difference between having skip-the-line tickets and not having them was dramatic. Lines for general entry were long, slow, and exposed to the rain, while we were able to enter smoothly and efficiently with minimal waiting. Traveling as a family, this saved us a huge amount of time and stress and allowed us to actually enjoy the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel instead of standing outside for hours. Even in bad weather and peak crowds, everything was well organized and the experience inside was unforgettable. I would 100% recommend skip-the-line tickets—especially during busy seasons or poor weather.
    • See two of the world's most famous art collections, with a single budget-friendly ticket.

    • Get a skip-the-line entry to the Vatican Museums and see the greatest art collection in the world.

    • Marvel at epoch-defining art by Michelangelo, Raphael, da Vinci, and Titian, amongst others.

    • Spanning 54 galleries, the museums include the Gallery of Maps, Raphael’s Rooms, and more.

    • Admire the breathtaking frescoes that adorn the walls of the legendary Sistine Chapel.

    • Get escorted entry to the Borghese Gallery in Rome and avoid having to stand in a queue.

    • See the amazing art collections curated by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Scipione Cardinal Borghese.

    • Admire Caravaggio's masterpieces like David with the Head of Goliath and Boy with a Basket of Fruit.

    • You'll also see Raphael's The Deposition and sculptures like David and Apollo and Daphne.

    • Stroll through the Villa Borghese and explore the gardens dotted with vibrant flowers in bloom.

    • Skip-the-line tickets to the Vatican Museums

    • Skip-the-line tickets to the Sistine Chapel

    • Audio guide (optional)

    • Escorted entry to the Borghese Gallery

    • Booking fee

    • Tickets to St. Peter's Basilica

    • Audio guide for Borghese Gallery (purchasable on-site for 5 Euros)

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 4.4
    33,119 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Giorgi Katcharava

    Giorgi

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Visiting the Sistine Chapel was an incredibly emotional experience. Seeing such extraordinary monuments and sculptures with my own eyes made me feel deeply connected to the past. Standing there, you can almost imagine how people lived centuries ago and how they managed to create something so powerful, detailed, and timeless without the technology we have today.
    Athanasios Arvanakos

    Athanasios

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    3/5
    the problem with our visit is that we were forced to buy a second ticket as the vatican decided 2 days before to book a ceremony at the CISTINE CHAPEL denying us the entry, in spite of this venue being i nlcuded in the booked and payed ticket and your good company instead of refunding or resheduling due to the limited access we would have , they simply claimed there is nothing they cold do ! we payed 155 euros to see a museum which is ridiculous as a cost, ( the acropolis museaum in greece is 20 euros !! ) headout should really rethink is cancellation and refuning practises as they have became very opprotunist and profit seeking , and instead of providing a service at areasonable cost they skin their customers dry
    Marzia Cavalera

    Marzia

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    5/5
    My experience with Headout was truly special! It all started with a quick and easy booking on the website: clear, intuitive, and with lots of options available. But what made the visit unique was the impeccable organization: no waiting, easy access, and above all, knowledgeable and engaging guides. I chose a cultural tour and, thanks to Headout, I discovered interesting facts and details that I would never have noticed on my own. Punctuality, friendliness, and professionalism made all the difference. I will definitely use them again for my next experiences!
    Stephanie Notario-Prajoux

    Stephanie

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Great experience. We had the best line cutter in the world. At least two hours less in line. We were hallucinating. The guide took us right into the building. There was no queue except at the entrance to the chapel. But it's not a queue, it's more like people entering, but it's fluid. principal. We also went through security in front of everyone. The guide was super nice and smiling. I highly recommend it. We paid 140chf and it was well worth it. VIP service
    Pablo Fabián Salvia

    Pablo

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    3/5
    The guide mistakenly gave us only one ticket, not even explaining where we were supposed to present it, we were rejected at the second checkpoint because it was only one ticket (for one person, when we were two people). We had to turn back to the agency where the owner was very helpful and provided a new set of tickets for a later time. Once inside, the venue was overcrowded, we were rushed at every single hall, so no time to enjoy the experience. Would not recommend.
  • When in Rome, bask in the splendor of Renaissance greats. Avoid the winding queues and get priority entry to two of the most iconic museums in the world: The Vatican Museums as well as the Borghese Gallery and Museum!

    The Vatican Museums

    Travel back in time and experience art and religious history with skip-the-ticket-line entry to the Vatican Museums. Explore at your own pace the Greek Cross Gallery, where you can spot intricately carved sarcophagi, browse through the Cabinet of the Masks, or see the Sala degli Animali - a virtual menagerie of fantastic beasts, real and imagined. Don't miss out on seeing the Gallery of Maps, to discover how cartographers depicted the world through the ages. While you're at it, treat your eyes to stunning masterpieces by Renaissance masters in the Raphael Rooms. Then, it’s time to admire Michelangelo’s beautiful Sistine Chapel, the crown jewel of the Vatican, and considered to be a cornerstone of western art. The Last Judgement covers the wall behind the altar and is probably the most famous single work of art in the Sistine Chapel. Please note: Entry to the museums is by obligatory online booking.

    Borghese Gallery and Museum

    One of the most exhausting aspects of exploring a new place as a tourist is undoubtedly the queues. Fortunately, with these skip-the-line tickets, you get to avoid all that bustle and stroll around at your own pace. The Borghese Gallery is located in what used to be the Villa Borghese Pinciana. The building of the gallery was added in with the gardens around it at first. The gardens, however, have become a separate attraction for tourists by themselves. With fountains, gardens, pink marble walls, and frescoed ceilings, the Borghese Gallery and Museum is a fitting place to house some of the world's greatest artworks. Find here everything from sculptures by Bernini and Canova, to paintings by Caravaggio, Raphael, and Titian amongst others.

  • Borghese Gallery

    MondayClosed
    Tuesday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Thursday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Friday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Saturday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Sunday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
  • Important Information

    • Access to the Borghese Gallery is regulated with a mandatory exit at the end of each time slot so tickets are limited and sell out quickly. Tickets will not be available on-site for purchase, especially for same-day entry.

    • Until the month of May, only two children are allowed access for a time slot.

    • Entry to the Borghese Gallery is free for people who are physically challenged as well as their accompanying guardian (carry a valid photo ID).

    • The cloakroom is temporarily located outside the Borghese Gallery.

    • Luggage storage at the Borghese Gallery is mandatory for items such as bags, backpacks, strollers or trolleys, umbrellas, selfie sticks, or other items whose danger or size is assessed by the security staff.

    • It is also forbidden to enter the Borghese Gallery with food, drinks (including water), and animals (with the exception of guide dogs).

    • For visitors with mobility impairment, the Vatican Museums offer free wheelchair hire from the cloakroom.

    Timings

    Vatican Museums

    • Mon-Thu: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM (final entry at 4:30 PM).

    • Fri & Sat: 8:30 AM - 8 PM (final entry at 4:30 PM).

    • Sundays are closed.

    • All the extraordinary openings of the last Sunday of the month are suspended.

    • Access to St. Peter's Basilica is free but there could be a waiting line during peak season.

    Borghese Gallery

    • The Gallery is open from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM every Tuesday to Sunday.

    Dress Code

    Please be dressed appropriately. Sleeveless blouses, miniskirts, shorts, and hats are not permitted. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

    • 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.

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