Vatican Museums: Guided Tours & Skip-the-Line Access

Skip the long lines and discover the treasures of the Vatican with an expert guide. Explore the Vatican Museums' world-renowned collections, including masterpieces such as the Laocoön, Apollo Belvedere, and the Belvedere Torso, while learning the fascinating stories behind centuries of art, history,...

• Vatican Museums
• Cortile della Pigna
• Pinacoteca Vaticana
• Museo Pio Clementino
• Museo Gregoriano Etrusco
• Galleria Delle Carte Geografiche
• Stanze di Raffaello
• Sistine Chapel
• St. Peter's Basilica

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Please note that access to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica is subject to Vatican regulations and official events and may close these areas without prior notice. However, your ticket will still grant access to the Vatican Museums and partial refunds cannot be issued, Knees and shoulders must be covered to enter during your visit, Visitors with a certified disability of more than 67% are entitled to free admission. If the visitor is not self-sufficient, one accompanying person is also granted free admission, but they are still counted in the group, so the guided tour portion must be reserved. Please contact us so we can assist you better, Please note that this tour involves extended walking, stairs, and areas with limited or no elevator access. For this reason, it may not be suitable for guests with serious mobility difficulties, Guests using wheelchairs or mobility aids must follow an alternative accessible route and therefore cannot join the standard group itinerary. Access to St. Peter’s Basilica from the Sistine Chapel is never permitted with wheelchairs and mobility aids. Please contact us before booking so we can assist you with the most suitable option., Strollers are allowed inside the Vatican Museums only if foldable, as they may need to be folded and carried during certain parts of the visit, especially when the Basilica option is selected, and must remain folded inside the Basilica, During high season, a mandatory security check to access the museums may require a wait of up to 30 minutes, Photography is not permitted inside the Sistine Chapel, We're sorry, but late arrivals will not be able to join the guided tour due to Museum regulations, Basilica access, if selected in your option, is permitted only with the guide, and the priority cannot be used independently as it is included through a shared group reservation, Please note that a live guide and the St. Peter’s Basilica are not included in every booking option. To include Basilica access or a guided tour in your experience, you must select the specific option that clearly mentions a live guide or St. Peter’s Basilica at the time of booking. We kindly recommend reviewing the selected option and its inclusions carefully before completing your reservation., The ticket price includes the official Vatican Museums entrance fee (€20+€5 per adult, €8+€5 per child aged 6-18), plus applicable taxes, booking fees, meeting point assistance and operational costs, Check-in at the meeting point, Via Sebastiano Veniero 74, is mandatory to collect the official tickets , as the booking voucher is not accepted to enter, Not suitable for guests with serious mobility difficulties, Guests using wheelchairs or mobility aids must follow an alternative accessible route and therefore cannot join this standard group itinerary

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Go at your own pace and linger as long as you like at the masterpieces. That’s the benefit of having a private guide just for you and your group at the Vatican! Use the fastest available skip the line access and let your guide handle all of the logistics - so you can focus on enjoying your experienc...

• Vatican Museums
• Cortile della Pigna
• Sphere within a Sphere
• Museo Pio Clementino
• Galleria Delle Carte Geografiche
• Stanze di Raffaello
• Sistine Chapel
• Vatican Museums
• Vatican City

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children 6 and under are entitled to free access to the Vatican Museums (with proof of age), Children aged 7-18 are entitled to a reduced entry fee (see tour and ticket pricing) and must provide proof of age., Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements., Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked start time. Tickets are time sensitive and we cannot accomodate late arrivals., Entrance into St. Peter's Basilica is separate from the Vatican Museums and is not included in your ticket., Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes., Important: From January 12 to March 31, 2026, conservation work will be carried out on Michelangelo’s Last Judgment (Giudizio Universale). The Sistine Chapel will remain open to visitors; however, the fresco will be temporarily not visible due to scaffolding. We thank you for your understanding during this important preservation project.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Skip-the-line tickets! Discover the Eternal City, rich in history, with a passionate and terrific guide born and raised in Rome. Enjoy every detail, I'll make your first experience in my city an unforgettable, unique and fun one! Come with me to see the private collections of the Popes in the Vatica...

• Vatican Museums

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

This private shore excursion to Rome is to take you on a journey through the history and art, for you to admire Rome and it is beauty at your comfort with english speaking driver and official guide inside the Vatican City  ,including skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums After picking you up...

• Colosseum
• Palatine Hill
• Circo Massimo
• Complex of the Victorian Ala Brasini
• Pantheon
• Trevi Fountain
• Spanish Steps
• Vatican Museums
• Sistine Chapel
• St. Peter's Basilica

• Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Enjoy a private and unique tour with a fast track entrance. Meeting time will be according to your booking and this will give you the opportunity to be among the first groups to enter the Galleries of the Vatican Museums. I will give you a full commentary on all details of the Sistine Chapel ceiling...

• Vatican Museums

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

On this private tour you will have the chance to visit the highlights of the Vatican city with a top rated local guide. You will not be standing in the long entrance lines but instead use our preferential fast access. You will see all the important and famous artworks in the Vatican! Discover maste...

• Vatican Museums
• Sistine Chapel
• St. Peter's Basilica
• St. Peter's Square

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements, READ CAREFULLY: Because of the growing popularity of the current pope and his intense activity in organising mass events in the Vatican some areas might get closed last minute without previous notice. This has already happened this year and can happen again during you Vatican tour: the Sistine chapel and/or the Basilica of Saint Peter might not be accessible. In case of such events our tour guide will provide you with a valuable alternative focusing the tour inside the Vatican museums.

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Skip the lines to the the Vatican Museums, discover history, artifacts and papal treasures at the galleries and you will arrive at the Sistine Chapel, with Michelangelo's Last Judgment. Explore an iconic landmark like no other in this city full of them! Visit the Basilica of San Pietro with our top-...

• Vatican Museums
• Sistine Chapel
• St. Peter's Basilica

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Please arrive on time. Latecomers will neither be accommodated nor refunded., Certain areas of the attractions may be closed due to religious events or national holidays., The capacity regulations and security checks may delay your visit., The service provider is not liable for cancelations and changes due to unfavorable weather conditions and unforeseen circumstances., The exact times of your visit may be subject to changes., Large bags, backpacks and suitcases are not allowed. Only small bags are allowed. The attractions do not have cloakrooms., Reduced ticket holders (visitors under 18 years of age or students) must present a valid document. Students must also present a valid student document as proof of eligibility for the reduced ticket., Even if your ticket is a Skip the Line ticket, due to the mandatory security checks conducted by the museum security you may face a minor setback of 20 - 30 minutes, The Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica maintains a strict dress code year-round. All visitors must have their shoulders covered and pants/skirts must come to the knee., It is not permitted to pass from the Sistine Chapel to St. Peter’s Basilica with strollers; therefore, they must be left at the free storage service provided by the Vatican Museums., Please be aware that some sections may close without prior notice due to religious celebrations or Vatican events. Should this occur, we will do our utmost to adapt the itinerary and offer alternative areas to ensure the best possible experience., This activity is not recommended for participants with reduced mobility and wheelchair users., Please inform us if a member of your party has a disability or disability card

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Enjoy a group guided tour of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel in Rome. Benefit from skip-the-line entry and explore the vast collections of the Museums and admire the magnificent murals by Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel. Meet your tour guide and skip the long ticket lines at the Vatic...

• Vatican Museums
• Museo Pio Clementino
• Sistine Chapel

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Dress Code; knees and shoulders must be covered, Valid ID: Travelers are required to carry a valid identity document, Due to the Pope's audience access to the St. peter's square in excluded from Wednesday morning tours, Due to numerous number of stairs and uneven terrains wheelchair/walker users and slow walkers can not be accommodate, Due to the Vatican Museums regulations persons with any sort of disabilities can not be accommodated, Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes., Due to the Jubliee the St. Peter's Basilica maybe subject of last minute and unannounced closure and access to the Basilica is not guaranteed, The Vatican Museums reserve the right to close any section, including the Sistine Chapel, due to unforeseen circumstances. In such occasions, no refund is guaranteed to customers, "English Group Guided Tour" and "English Evening Group Tour" options require a minimum number of participants and if the minimum number is not met, Capitolium Tours, has the right to cancel bookings at any time, even 1 minute before starting time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

See all of the major sites inside the Vatican Museums. Get an up-close look at Michelangelo’s famed artwork in the Sistine Chapel, home to some of history’s greatest masterpieces, including The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment. Our skip the line tickets will save you time and you'll be guided ...

• Vatican Museums
• Cortile della Pigna
• Museo Pio Clementino
• Galleria Delle Carte Geografiche
• Sistine Chapel

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Please arrive at the meeting point, Via Sebastiano Veniero 21, at least 15 minutes before the scheduled tour time, Please arrive on time. Latecomers will neither be accommodated nor refunded, This activity is not suitable for individuals with reduced mobility or wheelchair / electric stroller users, Don't forget to bring a valid photo ID as proof of age for children 18 years and under, Be aware that there might be delays in your visit due to capacity regulations and security checks., Remember that the Vatican Museums have a year-round dress code requiring visitors to cover their shoulders and have their pants/skirts reach their knees. This rule applies to both men and women, Even if you have a Skip the Line ticket, expect a minor delay of 20-30 minutes due to mandatory security checks conducted by the museum's security team, This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers, Please be aware that some sections may close without prior notice due to religious celebrations or Vatican events. Should this occur, we will do our utmost to adapt the itinerary and offer alternative areas to ensure the best possible experience., This tour is not wheelchair nor mobility scooter accessible, This tour is not recommended for those with mobility impairments, The Vatican Museums provide free entry for visitors who are (according to the requirements stated by the Vatican City) at least 74% disabled with the appropriate certification and provides free entry to caretakers: please inform the local partner when booking if you fit into these requirements

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• See Michelangelo's miraculous frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. • Admire the masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and more. • Travel through centuries of history. • Explore ancient civilizations from Europe and beyond. • Visit the Belvedere Courtyard and the Octagonal.

• City Rome Tours
• Vatican Museums
• Sistine Chapel
• St. Peter's Basilica

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements., Please note: All guests must go through airport-style security checks. During peak season and off-peak hours, wait times at security checkpoints can be up to 30 minutes., Visitors with a disability certificate of 67% or more enter the Vatican Museums for free. If the visitor is not self-sufficient, one companion also enters for free. These free tickets cannot be booked online and do not require a reservation. Simply go directly to the Vatican Museums entrance

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.