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Delight in the soothing ambiance of the Vatican Gardens on an open bus tour. Be captivated by the art in the Vatican Museums and embrace the glory of the Sistine Chapel.
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A unique Vatican City experience—start with a scenic open-top bus tour of the lush Vatican Gardens, then explore the historic museums on your own.
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Ride through history as you glide past Italian, French, and English-style landscapes covering nearly half of Vatican City, all while tuning into a multilingual audio guide.
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Skip the long lines and step straight into the Vatican Museums, home to world-famous treasures like the Raphael Rooms and classical sculptures.
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Stand beneath Michelangelo’s masterpiece in the Sistine Chapel, where the breathtaking Last Judgment and Creation of Adam come to life.
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Vatican Gardens tour by open bus with a multilingual audio guide
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Entry tickets to the Vatican Museums
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Access to Sistine Chapel
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Audio guide for Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
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Live guide
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Guests from United States, France, Spain and over 59 countries have loved this experience
Marie
Jul, 2025Verified booking
It was really busy queues massive but having booked tickets we walked straight in and so glad we added the bus tour to our tickets as that was really enjoyable, it was a great day.Díaz
Jul, 2025Verified booking
The truth was all very well, there are lines because there are many people, and the museum is to go 2 times because it is very large to see everything.Ana
Jul, 2025Verified booking
I really enjoyed the experience. The whole visit was orderly and easy to see all the rooms. What we did not find clear were the indications to find the access door to the museums.
Georg
Jul, 2025Verified booking
The insight into the beautiful, otherwise inaccessible Vatican Gardens was a highlight of my trip to Rome and the museums are also extremely interesting. The only thing was that the tour could have lasted a little longer / gone a little slower / possibly with getting off at exciting places. Admission to the museum was also uncomplicated and quick, without long queues. A recommendation!
Sandra
Jul, 2025Verified booking
We purchased online tour of Vatican gardens +entrance Vatican Museums (without guide). Very nice staff who greeted us and guided us until we boarded the bus......tour very nice, they provided us with earphones for a recorded guide who showed us The beautiful gardens Exciting and unique the tour inside The Vatican Museums.Definitely the "highlight" was being able to skip the endless lines for entry...especially on these particularly hot days.Experience to be repeated for sure!
As one of the most sought-after attractions in Rome, the Vatican attracts hordes of visitors. With reserved entry tickets, you can be sure you won't be spending your vacation time in the waiting queues. The Vatican Gardens (also Giardini Vaticani) is a green oasis renowned as the pope’s personal garden where he returns to relax and unwind. They cover one-third of Vatican City's 44 hectares. Since 2014, visitors are invited to relish in the same exquisite scenery that was once exclusively available to popes of the past.
At the meeting point, you will receive assistance to board the minibus, after which you can admire the amazing manicured lawns, fountains, sculptures, and buildings. The Fontana dell'Aquilone and Fontana della Galera are among the most striking fountains you will find in the whole garden. Moreover, the historic building of the Governor’s Palace stands out among tourists due to its imposing structure. You can spend some time visiting the Grotta di Lourdes, an artificial cave designed to replicate its famous namesake in France. Another monument to surely catch your attention is the Casino of Pius IV, a 16th-century summer house designed by Pirro Ligorio.
With your ticket, you can also visit the lavish interiors of the Vatican Museum. It boasts one of the most impressive art collections in the world. Lastly, do not leave without seeing Michelangelo’s revered frescoes adorning the ceilings of the Sistine Chapel.
What to bring
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A valid ID or student card (for reduced-price tickets)
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Comfortable shoes for exploring the museums
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A printed or digital copy of your booking voucher
What's not allowed
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Large bags, backpacks, or luggage (cloakroom available)
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Sleeveless tops, short shorts, or hats (strict dress code applies)
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Tripods, selfie sticks, or professional camera gear
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Food and drinks inside the Museums
Accessibility
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The open bus tour is not wheelchair accessible
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The Vatican Museums have ramps and elevators for easy accessibility
Additional info
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Arrive at least 30 minutes early at the Vatican Museums entrance on Viale Vaticano
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After security, head to the 'Open Bus Garden' desk (first on the left) — not the usual Guided Tours desk
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The bus tour lasts approx. 45–60 minutes, with no stops along the route
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Audio guide available in 7 languages: English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, and Russian
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Entry to the Museums is timed — late arrivals cannot be accommodated
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Children under 7 years are not permitted on the Open Bus Tour
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
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Please arrive at the redemption point 30 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Ticket redemption point
- Please check your final voucher for the redemption point details and specific instructions.
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