Guided Tours

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

Name: Combo (Save 5%): Vatican Museums + Borghese Gallery Tickets
Start: 2026-08-17T14:30:00
End: 2026-08-17T20:00:00
Location: Rome

4.4/5(36,570)

Jasmin V

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

The agreed-upon meeting spot was easy to find. Here, too, you should arrive early enough. Women must have their shoulders and knees covered (you can also buy scarves on site for €10); other than that, everything went smoothly. We didn’t have to wait in line for long, but there were still a lot of people at the Vatican. It was very hot, and unfortunately, there wasn’t really any air conditioning. But it’s definitely worth seeing and truly impressive!

Juergen H

Family

Verified booking

Last week

We took the tour in German with Maria. It was a great tour, and we learned so much. Our tour was first thing in the morning, so the heat wasn’t too bad. The tour was booked through Headout and conducted by Italy Pass Tours. Everything went according to plan. Thank you so much for the great organization. We can wholeheartedly recommend Headout! And thanks again to Maria.

Christine T

Family

Verified booking

3 days ago

The ticket lines can be busy and confusing so it was better to meet the guide a short walk away and then the guide took us to the correct line and escorted us right to the entrance (fast track which was brilliant) We booked the tickets the night before which was very last minute but worth it. Very straight forward and I'm glad I've found the headout app and will definitely use it again.

Cristian N

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

The service from the staff who helped me at the office was excellent—they were super friendly and attentive—and the tour was great, but I do want to emphasize that if you want to enjoy a more peaceful experience at the Vatican, I highly recommend booking well in advance because it gets very crowded by midday. I highly recommend booking through this site—it’s very well managed.

Janine S

Solo

Verified booking

6 days ago

Confirmation email with all the necessary information for picking up the voucher, which is available at a location right in front of the Vatican Museum entrance. Upon arrival, I immediately received my printed ticket—without having to wait in line—and was escorted by a staff member to the security checkpoint inside the museum! It was really worth it to purchase the ticket in advance through Headout!

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
Shachar N
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
We had a great experience visiting the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. The meeting point was easy to find, and collecting our tickets from the agency was quick and simple. Everything was well organized, which made the beginning of the visit completely stress-free. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We received a short but detailed explanation about where to go, how to enter the museums, and what we needed to do next. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the guide helped make the entrance process smooth. We wer e also pleasantly surprised to receive a free audio guide, which added a lot to the experience and helped us better understand the artworks, sculptures, galleries, and history around us. The Vatican Museums themselves were incredible, with so much to see along the way before reaching the unforgettable Sistine Chapel. We had a really enjoyable time and felt that the service provided by the agency made the entire visit easier and more relaxing. I would definitely recommend this option to other travelers who want a simple, organized, and enjoyable way to visit the Vatican Museums.
Eduardo G
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
A gem unlike any other in the world. The Vatican is one of those places that exceeds all expectations. The majesty of St. Peter’s Basilica, the beauty of the square, and the incredible artistic and historical richness make for an unforgettable visit. Everything is very well maintained, and the feeling of being in a place with so much history is breathtaking. I recommend setting aside several hours to explore it at a leisurely pace and enjoy every corner. Without a doubt, it’s a must-see for any traveler, regardless of their beliefs.
Juergen H
Family
Verified booking
Last week
We took the tour in German with Maria. It was a great tour, and we learned so much. Our tour was first thing in the morning, so the heat wasn’t too bad. The tour was booked through Headout and conducted by Italy Pass Tours. Everything went according to plan. Thank you so much for the great organization. We can wholeheartedly recommend Headout! And thanks again to Maria.
Cristian N
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
The service from the staff who helped me at the office was excellent—they were super friendly and attentive—and the tour was great, but I do want to emphasize that if you want to enjoy a more peaceful experience at the Vatican, I highly recommend booking well in advance because it gets very crowded by midday. I highly recommend booking through this site—it’s very well managed.
Janine S
Solo
Verified booking
6 days ago
Confirmation email with all the necessary information for picking up the voucher, which is available at a location right in front of the Vatican Museum entrance. Upon arrival, I immediately received my printed ticket—without having to wait in line—and was escorted by a staff member to the security checkpoint inside the museum! It was really worth it to purchase the ticket in advance through Headout!

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.