Wander through the highlights of the Vatican Museums – from the Hall of Maps and Pinecone Courtyard to the Gallery of Tapestries, Gallery of Candelabra, Raphael Rooms, and the world-famous Sistine Chapel. Admire an immense collection of art and artifacts amassed over centuries of Catholic history, including Roman sculptures and Renaissance masterpieces — all at your own pace.Marvel at the works of Renaissance masters in the Raphael Rooms, take a quiet moment in the Borgia Apartments, and prepare to be awestruck by Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes in the Sistine Chapel — a true jewel of Western art.

To complete your experience, enjoy a 3-hour panoramic bus tour of Rome at any time of the day. Relax as you discover the city’s most iconic landmarks from a unique perspective, with audio commentary to guide your journey through Rome’s rich history and timeless beauty.

Why you’ll love this…

Discover one of the world's top art collections at the Vatican Museums at your own pace
Marvel at Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel
Benefit from skip the line ticket to the Vatican Museums
Explore one of the world's busiest museums by yourself at your preferred time

Important to know

Accessibility

Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
The Vatican Museums offer free admission to visitors with a certified disability of over 74%. If the visitor is not self-sufficient, the free ticket is also extended to one companion

Not Allowed

Please respect the strict dress code: no shorts, sleeveless tops, or low-cut clothing are allowed inside the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

Know in advance:

You’ll be asked to provide your phone number at checkout. Please make sure to include the international prefix (e.g., +39 for Italy)
Your reservation includes: skip-the-line entry to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel; a 3-hour panoramic bus tour of Rome, please note, the time slot you selected refers only to entry to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel
Museum opening hours and access may vary due to special events or ceremonies
The Vatican Museums reserve the right to close any section, including the Sistine Chapel, without prior notice. Such closures are beyond our control and do not entitle visitors to a refund

Remember to bring:

All participants must bring a valid ID or passport

Cancellation policy

Please note that this experience is non-refundable, even if cancelled in advance.

What’s included

Skip-the-line with hosted entry
Staff assistance at the meeting point
Wi-Fi at the meeting point
Entrance ticket
Panoramic bus tour

What’s not included

Guided tour
Vatican's museums audio guide
St. Peter's Basilica skip-the-line entrance
Entry to the Dome

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Viale Vaticano, 97, Rome, Italy

Meeting point:

Meet at the local operator's office to exchange your ticket. Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the time slot selected. The chosen time must be respected. Latecomers will not be accommodated.