Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour

• Skip the lines and enter the magnificent Vatican Museums on this small group guided tour.

• Learn about the fascinating stories and hidden symbolism behind the artworks from your expert guide in the language of your choice.

• Explore a vast collection of extraordinary masterpieces and breathtaking art, spanning across centuries, from artifacts to Renaissance marvels.

• Spot Italy's most renowned artist, Michelangelo's awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel frescoes, including the iconic ceiling and Last Judgement.

• Fun fact: The Vatican Museums contain over 70,000 artworks. If you were to spend 1 minute viewing each artwork, it would take you 48 days to see the entire collection!

• Guided tour of Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

• Skip-the-line entrance to the Vatican Museums

• Priority entry to the Sistine Chapel

• Expert English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, Romanian, and Polish-speaking local guide (as per option selected)

• Audio equipment

• Group size (up to 25)

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

What to bring

• It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes as the tour involves a fair amount of walking

What's not allowed

• Big bags and suitcases aren't allowed inside the attraction, but guests can make use of the lockers on site.

• Since complete silence is to be observed within the walls of the Sistine Chapel according to the rules of the Vatican, the guides will provide you with information about the site outside the Chapel. Visitors are to maintain silence within the Chapel as well.

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

• Pets and other small animals are not allowed in the venue, with the exception of guide dogs.

• Compulsory Vatican dress code: Visitors must wear clothing that covers their knees, arms, and back.

• Please be dressed appropriately. Sleeveless blouses, miniskirts, shorts, and hats are not permitted.

• Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women.

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

Accessibility

• The experience is not accessible for wheelchair users, pram/stroller users, or baby carriages.

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

Additional information

• Please note: All guests must pass through airport-style security. During high season and peak hours, the wait time at the security check may be up to 30 mins.

• The Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel will remain closed on Sun.

• Purchasing this tour implies agreement to stick with the assigned guide. Adding external guides post-purchase isn't allowed. Access to Vatican Museums requires the assigned guide. Opting out means losing tour and ticket rights, without refunds.

• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

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

Meeting point

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