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Vatican Museums Tickets with Vatican Gardens Open Bus Tour

Vatican Museums gallery with classical statues and ornate ceiling.
Laocoön and His Sons sculpture in Vatican Museum.
Visitors exploring the Gallery of Maps in the Vatican Museum, admiring detailed frescoes.
Vatican Gardens fountain surrounded by flowering arches on open bus tour.

Duration

3 hrs

Open today

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

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.

4.4/5(1,198)

Moretti A

Couple
Verified booking
2 days ago
THE PERFECT ORGANIZATION IN MANAGING THE FLOW OF TOURISTS, THE GRAND SCALE OF THE SITES WE VISITED, AND THE STUNNING WORKS ON DISPLAY. I WASN’T IMPRESSED BY THE PRESENCE OF TOO MANY TOURISTS AT ONCE.

Abdikalikov R

Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Хорошая экскурсия, познавательная, особенно поездка на автобусе по местам Садов Ватикана, которые не доступны в пешем порядке. Билеты были доступны в приложении, это удобно, не надо было никого искать на улице для их получения.

Balint T

Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The Garden bus tour around Vatican can be the most beautiful advanture of your life. Beside that you really have to go up to the dome and get the view above Rome.

Christian S

Group
Verified booking
Apr 2026
As scheduled during the booking process, we arrived at the gardens without any long waits and enjoyed a wonderful tour on an open-top bus with an audio guide. As soon as the bus tour ended, we entered the museums to admire the beautiful works of art, finishing with the Sistine Chapel. It was wonderful.

Loic C

Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
A very convenient ticket—no waiting in line. The explanations provided are clear and easy to understand. The price is higher, but it allows you to relax and enjoy the tour without any stress.

Natalia F

Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
I visited the Vatican Gardens in Rome on an organized bus tour. It was a very pleasant experience: the place is wonderful, well-maintained, and surrounded by tranquility, far from the chaos of the city. The tour was interesting and well-organized, with clear and engaging explanations that made the visit even more enjoyable. The bus trip was comfortable and well-managed, allowing us to reach our destination stress-free. My only minor criticism: it would have been even better if the visit had lasted a little longer, so we could have spent more time exploring this truly charming place. Overall, it’s an experience I recommend to anyone who wants to discover a more secluded and fascinating side of Rome.
    • 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.

    • 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.

    • Skip the long lines and step straight into the Vatican Museums, home to world-famous treasures like the Raphael Rooms and classical sculptures.

    • Stand beneath Michelangelo’s masterpiece in the Sistine Chapel, where the breathtaking Last Judgment and Creation of Adam come to life.

    • Vatican Gardens tour by open bus with a multilingual audio guide

    • Entry tickets to the Vatican Museums

    • Access to Sistine Chapel

    • Audio guide for Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

    • Live guide

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

  • 1,198 reviews

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    Guests from France, Spain, United States and over 67 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Moretti A

    Couple
    Verified booking
    2 days ago
    LA PERFETTA ORGANIZZAZIONE NELLO SMISTAMENTO DI TUTTI I TURISTI, LA GRANDEZZA DEI LOCALI VISITATI E LE STUPENDE OPERE PRESENTI. NON MI HA ESALTATO LA PRESENZA DI TROPPI TURISTI CONTEMPORANIAMENTE .

    Rares M

    Couple
    Verified booking
    2 days ago
    All went according to plan. Instructions were clear and easy to understand. Would recommend, had a blast

    Marion S

    Family
    Verified booking
    Last week
    Der schnelle und unkomplizierte Einlass. Die vielen Informationen während der Tour.

    Andree H

    Couple
    Verified booking
    3 days ago
    Gut organisiert, schneller Einlass. Bustour hätte einen kleinen Stop haben können.

    William D

    Couple
    Verified booking
    2 days ago
    Everything worked out well and the Vatican excellent
  • 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

    • A valid ID or student card (for reduced-price tickets)

    • Comfortable shoes for exploring the museums

    • A printed or digital copy of your booking voucher

    What's not allowed

    • Large bags, backpacks, or luggage (cloakroom available)

    • Sleeveless tops, short shorts, or hats (strict dress code applies)

    • Tripods, selfie sticks, or professional camera gear

    • Food and drinks inside the Museums

    Accessibility

    • The open bus tour is not wheelchair accessible

    • The Vatican Museums have ramps and elevators for easy accessibility

    Additional info

    • Arrive at least 30 minutes early at the Vatican Museums entrance on Viale Vaticano

    • After security, head to the 'Open Bus Garden' desk (first on the left) — not the usual Guided Tours desk

    • The bus tour lasts approx. 45–60 minutes, with no stops along the route

    • Audio guide available in 7 languages: English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, and Russian

    • Entry to the Museums is timed — late arrivals cannot be accommodated

    • Children under 7 years are not permitted on the Open Bus Tour

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

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

    • 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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