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Combo (Save 5%): Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Castel Sant'Angelo Priority Access Tickets

Visitors exploring the Gallery of Maps in the Vatican Museum, admiring detailed frescoes.
Spiral staircase in Vatican Museums, Rome, Italy.
Castel Sant'Angelo and Sant'Angelo Bridge over Tiber River on a sunny day in Rome, Italy.
Ornate bed in Castel Sant'Angelo bedroom, Rome, with intricate carvings and red bedding.

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George Mytilinios

George

Nov 2025
Verified booking
4/5
We visited the Castel in the afternoon, the entery line was not all that long but with our pre-purchase tickets pretty much went in straight away. The Castel it self was very intersting, as it is built on an old Roman Fort and you realy got a great sense of it age as you made your way from the entry up to the newer fortications above. Exploring the fortress was easy follow the arrows and you wandered from room to room (if you had a self guided tour you would get explainations of every you would visit). We didn't use the self guided tour but we followed the path taking our time. From state rooms to roof tops to batlements there was plenty of opertunites to stop and take it all in. There is a tuck shop in the Castel for refrshments and snaks. All in all we as a family enjoyed the visit.
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.
    • Explore the world’s greatest art collection and its masterpiece-filled chapel, with priority entry to a 2nd century fortress, in one easy booking.

    • See works by Michelangelo, Raphael, Titian, Bernini, and more at the Vatican Museums.

    • Explore Michelangelo's iconic ceiling and wall frescoes in the magnificent Sistine Chapel.

    • At Castel Sant’Angelo, mausoleum-turned-museum, uncover over 2,000 years of Roman history and papal conspiracies with your audio guide in English, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, French or German.

  • Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

    • Hosted skip-the-line entry with ticket redemption

    Castel Sant'Angelo

    • Fast-track entry

    • Audio guide in English, Italian, Chinese, Spanish, French & German

  • Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

    • Professional tour guide

    • Audio guide

    • Transportation

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 4.4
    32,809 reviews

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    What our guests say

    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!
    Mateusz Pawłowicz

    Mateusz

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    5/5
    The Vatican Museum is a phenomenal treasure trove of history and art from many countries around the world, collected over many centuries. Meticulously collected and sometimes acquired, these works of art have adorned the chambers of many popes. Over time, the decision was made to open them to the general public, and they remain so to this day. I highly recommend it! This extraordinary treasure trove is truly worth visiting.
    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.
    Sara Loiacono

    Sara

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Having the skip the line was a real godsend, and worth the price increase. The host outside who greeted us was very nice and explained everything in detail. We didn't even wait in line at the checkpoints, and as soon as we passed those There is a free coat check area where we can leave umbrellas and backpacks.
    Solenne Mosnier

    Solenne

    Jan 2026
    Verified booking
    5/5
    After seeing all the queues for the entrance to the Vatican, we were very, very happy to have taken this queue-cutting option for the entrance. What's more, the escort to the gates is a real plus, and the people are really very welcoming. I would recommend
  • Save time and enjoy priority access to both the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel and Castel Sant’Angelo with this cost-effective combo ticket.

    Getting started

    Meet your host at the designated point near the Vatican Museums for an escorted skip-the-line entry. At Castel Sant’Angelo, head to the main entrance at Lungotevere Castello 50, show your ticket at the main office, and proceed directly inside.

    What to expect

    Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

    Step into one of the world’s largest collections of Renaissance art, spanning 54 galleries and centuries of history. Wander at your own pace through masterpieces and sacred spaces that continue to shape art and culture.

    Features:

    • Hosted access: A local host validates your ticket and points to the correct priority lane, so you can breeze past ticket queues and start your visit smoothly.

    • Self-paced exploration: Wander through the Vatican Museums at your own pace, admire classical sculptures in the Pigna Courtyard and Pius Clementino Museum, stroll through the Tapestry and Candelabra Galleries, and end at the Sistine Chapel to marvel at Michelangelo’s ceiling and The Last Judgment up close.

    Castel Sant’Angelo

    Originally built as Emperor Hadrian’s mausoleum, this imposing fortress has served as a papal residence, prison, and military stronghold. Fast-track entry lets you explore its layered history without the wait.

    Features:

    • Fast-track access: Breeze past the queues and enter Castel Sant’Angelo with ease, starting your self-paced journey through its historic spaces.

    • Self-guided audio tour: Explore the spiral ramp, ancient burial chambers, frescoed papal apartments including Sala Paolina, Angel Courtyard, prison cells, and rooftop terrace, all with detailed commentary in English, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, French, or German, bringing the fortress’s rich history and stories to life at your own pace.

  • Vatican Museums

    Monday08:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Tuesday08:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Wednesday08:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Thursday08:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Friday08:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    Saturday08:00am - 08:00pmlast entry 06:00pm
    SundayClosed

    Castel St. Angelo

    MondayClosed
    Tuesday09:00am - 07:30pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 07:30pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Thursday09:00am - 07:30pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Friday09:00am - 07:30pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Saturday09:00am - 07:30pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Sunday09:00am - 07:30pmlast entry 06:30pm

    Mausoleum of Hadrian

    MondayClosed
    Tuesday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Thursday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Friday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Saturday09:00am - 07:30pm
    Sunday09:00am - 07:30pm
  • Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

    What to bring

    • A valid ID proof reflecting your full name is required at the ticket counter to verify your identity.

    Accessibility

    • The Vatican Museums offer free tickets for visitors with mobility impairments (with certified disability exceeding 74%). Additionally, in the case of visitors lacking in self-sufficiency, free entry is extended to their companions.

    • Certification of disability must be shown before the issue of the entrance tickets either at the Reception or at the Special Permits Desk, located in the entrance hall of the Vatican Museums.

    Additional information

    • Guests visiting Vatican Museums must wear clothing that covers their knees, arms, and back. It is recommended to carry a shawl or scarf to cover your head.

    Castel Sant'Angelo

    What's not allowed

    • Luggage and large bags are not allowed inside.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not suitable for wheelchair users.

    • People with mobility issues won't be able to access all spaces of the monument. It also won't be possible to adapt the routes due to the nature of the monument.

    Additional information

    • Keep in mind that your ticket is nominative, and you must present a valid ID matching your full name on the ticket for entry.

    • The attraction is closed on Mondays.

    • Please display your voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID to your host who will escort you to the entrance of the museum.

    • Please ensure that you arrive 15 minutes before the start time of your tour to check-in.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

    Meeting Point

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

    Castel Sant'Angelo

    Ticket Redemption Point

    • Please proceed directly to the entrance and show the reservation code(s) available on this voucher at the redemption desk.

    • Address: Castel Sant'Angelo, Via del Collegio Romano, 27 (Lungotevere Castello, 50, 00193 Roma RM, Italy.

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