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Combo: Vatican Museums + 48-Hr Rome Pass Tickets

Name: Combo: Vatican Museums + 48-Hr Rome Pass Tickets
Start: 2025-12-17T09:15:00
End: 2025-12-17T20:00:00
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.

Open today

08:00am - 08:00pm

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

(31,318)

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€.

Maria

Nov 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Visiting the Vatican was truly an unforgettable experience. Before going, I could not have imagined the size and beauty of the buildings — they were far beyond what any photo could show. The guide contacted us beforehand with clear instructions about when and where to arrive, which made everything easy and well-organized. Once we got there, the guide helped us find the right line and explained everything in a friendly and professional way. Although there were many people, it never felt too crowded or stressful. The atmosphere was calm and respectful. The paintings and decorations were simply indescribable — their detail and colors left me speechless. It was an inspiring and breathtaking visit that I would highly recommend to anyone.

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.

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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Massimo
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
A visit to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel is an experience that goes far beyond a simple walk among works of art: it is a true journey into history, beauty, and human genius. From the moment you enter, the Vatican Museums are striking for the vastness and richness of the collections. Each room recounts a different era, including classical sculptures, tapestries, maps and breathtaking Renaissance masterpieces. The tour is long and often crowded, but the organization still allows you to fully enjoy the works, especially if you take the time to observe the details and let your curiosity guide you. The most anticipated moment comes with the entrance to the Sistine Chapel. Here, time seems to stand still. Looking up and admiring Michelangelo's frescoes is an emotion that is hard to describe: the power of the figures, the harmony of the colors, and the drama of the scenes create a unique and solemn atmosphere. The silence required inside helps make the experience even more intense and respectful of the sacred place. In conclusion, a visit to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel is not to be missed, not only for art enthusiasts, but for anyone who wants to get in touch with one of the highest expressions of world culture. An experience that enriches, excites and remains etched in the memory.
Husein
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Visiting the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel was one of the highlights of our trip to Rome — and the Skip-the-Line ticket definitely made the experience smoother compared to joining the huge general queue. We were able to go straight to the ticket collection point, avoid the hours-long purchase queue, and enter the museum in much less time, which was a huge relief on such a busy day.
Ozcorta
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
lots of people but optimal organization of time slots, same for security control and only downside, 1 hour before the visit we learned that the person who was supposed to manage the group would not be available, which in the end was not a bad thing because we were able to manage our visit at our own pace and that visit must be done at least once.
Clara
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
I had the best experience booking with headout! I missed my train in the morning and was worried i wouldn't be able to keep my skip the line reservation due to being late. But my guide was very kind and texted me to get my ETA and assured me she'd wait for me with my ticket. The day was truly a dream come true! I am so grateful I booked with headout ahead of time!
Laura
Dec 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The best experience in Rome. I booked Skip-the-Line Tickets with hosting, we met at the meeting point, they gave me a sticker there, and then they guided us all the way to the staircase inside the Vatican Museums. I was moved to tears by this art; most of the time my head was tilted up toward the magnificent ceilings, and I would probably even return there again.

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	08:00am - 08:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Tuesday	08:00am - 08:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Wednesday	08:00am - 08:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Thursday	08:00am - 08:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Friday	08:00am - 08:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Saturday	08:00am - 08:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
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.