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Combo (Save 13%): Vatican Museums + 48-Hr Rome Pass Tickets

Name: Combo (Save 13%): Vatican Museums + 48-Hr Rome Pass Tickets
Start: 2026-05-12T12:30:00
End: 2026-05-12T20:00:00
Location: Rome

Vatican Museums gallery with classical sculptures, part of Combo: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel + Roma Pass.

Vatican Museum spiral staircase with visitors, part of Combo: Vatican Museum + 48-Hr Rome Pass.

Vatican Museums gallery with classical sculptures, Rome.

Tourists photographing ornate ceiling in Vatican Museum, Rome.

Opens tomorrow

8:00am - 8:00pm

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

See great artworks, from the Gallery of Maps to the Octagonal Courtyard, at the Vatican Museums and pair your escorted Museums entry with a convenient 48-hr Roma Pass!

4.4/5(34,146)

Casey G

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

If you’re visiting Rome, this is one of those “just do it” experiences—and skip-the-line tickets make a noticeable difference, but with some caveats. First, the biggest advantage: you avoid the ticket purchase line, which can easily stretch 2–3 hours during peak season . Instead, you walk in at your scheduled time, which makes the whole experience smoother and less stressful. That said, the name is a bit misleading. You’re not skipping all lines. Everyone still goes through security, and depending on the day, that can still take time . So don’t expect VIP, zero-wait access. Inside, the experience is incredible. The Vatican Museums are massive, packed with world-class art, and the route naturally leads you to the Sistine Chapel, which absolutely lives up to the hype. Bottom line: Worth it—especially in busy seasons—but manage expectations. You’re paying to skip the worst line, not all of them. If you want the best experience, go early, book a timed entry, and consider a guided tour for context.

Alessandro C

Couple

Verified booking

3 days ago

A truly fantastic experience! The skip-the-line ticket saved us a ton of time, and the entry process was extremely well-organized. The Vatican Museums are huge and filled with incredible works of art, but the most exciting moment was entering the Sistine Chapel: seeing Michelangelo’s frescoes in person leaves you speechless. The whole process with Headout was quick and easy, with clear instructions and helpful support. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to visit the Vatican stress-free and enjoy the experience to the fullest!

Mirena C

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

We bought the tickets to skip the line, which was very helpful, and I would definitely do that again. The Vatican Museums experience is massive. It would have been best if we had a couple more days to really see everything, because the museum is enormous and one truly needs to take their time to fully appreciate it all. If you are an art lover, I highly recommend setting aside enough time to truly experience and absorb the incredible collection and atmosphere.

Jacqueline G

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

We paid for the hosted skip the line tickets. These were worth every penny because it took us about 15 minutes to get in with the help of a lovely girl from Headout. The queue if we hadn't had tickets was about 2-3 hours! We opted to not have the guided tour and we were very happy to just take our time looking at the things we were interested in. We went at 8.30am and it wasn't too busy or overly crowded. The museum is amazing and well worth a visit.

Paula P

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Everything went smoothly because everyone spoke to us in Spanish, but the young woman who walked us to the door was especially lovely. My father was traveling on an electric scooter for people with limited mobility, and she arranged for us to get his ticket and my mother’s for free, as well as a wheelchair to help us get around more easily using the elevators and navigating the areas we needed to visit… I would definitely choose them again without hesitation.

Mourichon V

Couple

Verified booking

3 days ago

The meeting point was easy to find. The guide accompanied us to the Vatican’s “skip-the-line” entrance, and then we explored on our own. This saved us a lot of time. The agency also managed to get us tickets to Villa Borghese, even though everything was completely sold out online. Thank you, and kudos for your efficiency!

Explore the capital city of Rome with a combo that is light on the wallet and easy to use.

At Vatican Museums, discover Biblical paintings by Raphael, Carravagio, and more. In the grand Sistine Chapel, stop to take in Michaelangelo’s inimitable fresco.

Use the 48-hr Roma pass for 1 free and many discounted entries to sites like the Colosseum and Borghese Gallery, and free access to the public transport system.

Fun Fact: The first artwork to arrive at the Vatican Museum was the marble sculpture Laocoön and His Sons, bought by Pope Julius II in the 16th century.

Vatican Museums

Escorted access to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

Roma Pass

48-hour pass

Free access to the first museum/archaeological site/experience

Access to Rome’s public transport network

Discount on exhibitions, attractions, & tourist services

Free access to toilets services of the P.Stop network

Vatican Museums

St Peter's Basilica

Professional tour guide

Audio guide (available for purchase)

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Kateřina Č
Group
Verified booking
5 days ago
I liked that I could walk through all the museum sections without having to search for anything and see the collections that interested me. It was also helpful to have the option of an audio guide.
Irina G
Couple
Verified booking
3 days ago
All was great, I really enjoyed all the rooms. It desplayed masterpieces of different artists and periods of time. I felt the history myself.
Mariam A
Group
Verified booking
4 days ago
Everything went smoothly, no lines - we skipped everything, audiophile was also helpful, so over all it was an excellent experience
Pavlina A
Family
Verified booking
5 days ago
A lot of walking but very nice experience! Normally crowded. Gardens with nice benches for rests and cafeteria. Toilets available.
Casey G
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
If you’re visiting Rome, this is one of those “just do it” experiences—and skip-the-line tickets make a noticeable difference, but with some caveats. First, the biggest advantage: you avoid the ticket purchase line, which can easily stretch 2–3 hours during peak season . Instead, you walk in at your scheduled time, which makes the whole experience smoother and less stressful. That said, the name is a bit misleading. You’re not skipping all lines. Everyone still goes through security, and depending on the day, that can still take time . So don’t expect VIP, zero-wait access. Inside, the experience is incredible. The Vatican Museums are massive, packed with world-class art, and the route naturally leads you to the Sistine Chapel, which absolutely lives up to the hype. Bottom line: Worth it—especially in busy seasons—but manage expectations. You’re paying to skip the worst line, not all of them. If you want the best experience, go early, book a timed entry, and consider a guided tour for context.

This combo ticket offers you the most iconic parts of Rome within your budget, with access to numerous landmarks and transport between them!

Vatican Museums

With this part of your ticket, you will greet your host at the designated meeting point before taking a short walk to the entrance. Once inside, you will be free to roam the Museum and Sistine Chapel at your own pace. Home to some of the finest artwork ever to be made, the Vatican Museums are composed of 54 galleries with the largest collections of Renaissance art in the world. Take your time to revel in the magnificence of the Sistine Chapel, the walls and ceilings of which are covered in remarkable frescoes.

Roma Pass

The Roma Pass grants you free access to 1 landmark of your choosing, discounted admission at other major attractions, and unlimited free usage of the city's public transport system. With 48-hour validity, visit historic sites like the Colosseum, Borghese Gallery, Circus Maximus, and so much more.

Vatican Museums

Monday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Tuesday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Wednesday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Thursday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Friday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Saturday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Sunday	Closed

What's not allowed

Vatican Museums

Photography and the use of mobile phones are strictly prohibited in the Sistine Chapel.

Luggage and/or large bags are not allowed inside the venue. You may drop off your bags with the free cloakroom service.

Pets and other small animals are not allowed in the venue, except for guide dogs.

It is recommended to cover tattoos and any other similarly visible distinctive personal signs.

Accessibility

Vatican Museums

For guests with documentation of disabilities and visible disabilities entry is free along with an additional ticket for 1 companion.

Wheelchairs are available for rent in the lobby.

Additional information

Most museums are generally closed on Mondays, except for Colosseum (booking required), Mercati di Traiano, Musei Capitolini, and Museo dell’Ara Pacis.

Almost all the museums are closed on 25 Dec, 1 Jan, and 1 May.

Vatican Museums

Please find your host at the meeting point specified on the voucher, who will assist you in the check-in process. Do not head to the entrance of the Vatican Museum directly.

Please note the chosen time must be respected and latecomers will not be accommodated.

Although it is not included in these tickets, access to St. Peter's Basilica is free. However, there could be a waiting line during peak season.

Comfortable shoes are recommended.

Please be dressed appropriately. Sleeveless blouses, miniskirts, shorts, and hats are not permitted. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for all guests.

Roma Pass

The pass must be activated on the first journey on public transport even if it has already been activated at the first entrance to a museum.

At the national museums and archaeological sites (Colosseum included) on the first Sunday of the month, admission is free for all.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the each of the ticket redemption points.

Please arrive at the venue 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Ticket Redemption Points

Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.