Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Entry Ticket Semi-Private: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica

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ID: GYG579635-O-2210175
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Country: Italy

Duration: 03:00 hours


Description

Bypass the long general admissions lines and enter the Vatican Museums with timed entry tickets. Explore the Vatican's collection, including art by Bernini, Raphael & Da Vinci and the Sistine Chapel.
Collect your entry ticket at the meeting point before heading to the Vatican Museums. Save time as you head past the long general admissions queue and enter at your pre-reserved time slot. Once inside, take your time to explore this treasure trove of art history.

Wander through the extensive halls of the Vatican Museums. Take in sights like the impressive Vatican Pinecone Courtyard with a view of St. Peter's Basilica's Dome, the Pio-Clementino Museum and sculptures, the stunning Gallery of the Maps, and much more.

Visit the Raphael Rooms to relive the Renaissance era and see the famous fresco "The School of Athens." Then explore the stunning Borgia Apartments, and experience artistic illusion in the Hall of Tapestries.

End your visit by heading into the Sistine Chapel, the crown jewel of the Vatican Museums. Experience the transformative power of this popular attraction as you marvel at its famous frescoes, including Michaelangelo's "The Creation of Adam", which adorns the chapel ceiling, and "The Last Judgement" covering the front wall.

Highlights

  • Skip the general admissions line with timed entry tickets to the Vatican Museums
  • Explore the Vatican Museums at your own pace
  • Stand in awe below Michelangelo’s ceiling inside the Sistine Chapel
  • See the Pinecone Courtyard, Borgia Apartments, Raphael Rooms & Gallery of Maps
  • Pick up your tickets and be directed to an entrance by an onsite representative

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please exchange your GetYourGuide voucher for an entry ticket at the designated meeting point, as it does not grant direct access to the museum.
The entry ticket is only valid for the reserved time slot. Due to the Vatican's ticketing regulations, latecomers cannot be accommodated.
Important: Children aged 0-6 can enter free of charge, but their spot must be reserved in advance. Entry will be denied without a reservation.
Please note: This is a ticket-only service and does not include a guide. The duration indicated is based on the average time visitors spend inside the Vatican Museums.
Once you're in the Museum you can explore until closing time.
Please consider the age of participants at the date of the tour when booking, rather than their age upon making your reservation.
This ticket does not grant direct access to St. Peter's Basilica. While entry is free, it is not included with this ticket.
Unexpected closures may occur due to religious ceremonies or special events.
Please arrive 15 minutes early. Meet your guide at the top of the big staircase between Tmark Hotel Vaticano and Caffé Vaticano, (Viale Vaticano, 100). A representative will be there holding a sign with “The Tour Guy” on it.
INCLUDED
  • Timed entry ticket to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • Reserved entrance time
  • General admission line bypass
  • Assistance from an onsite representative
NOT INCLUDED
  • Guided tour
  • St. Peter's Basilica ticket (free of charge, but entry is not included)

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.