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Fast Track Entry to Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

New To The Site! Rome, Italy

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3 to 10 hours (approx.)
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Overview

A visit to the Vatican City can take up to a full day depending on how much you want to see. You can go into the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel.
The Vatican Museums are very large and have lots of different art collections, including the Raphael Rooms, Gallery of Maps, and Borgia Apartments.
You can also opt to buy a skip-the-line ticket with your tour. If you do this, you will be able to avoid the line at the Vatican Museums and skip straight into the priority queue.
Purchasing a ticket in advance will save you from having to stand in the notoriously long line that forms each morning. It will also allow you to enter the museums and the Sistine Chapel without wasting time in front of a ticket window.

What's Included

  • Recharging station for your devices
  • Bathroom access
  • Free WiFi at the meeting point
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via Vespasiano
00192 Roma RM, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Citta del Vaticano

Experience the UNESCO-listed Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel effortlessly with a skip-the-line ticket and an Audio Guided. Say goodbye to the hassle of long queues, giving yourself the gift of extra time to leisurely explore these incredible museums at your own pace. Enjoy a seamless and unforgettable journey through art and history!
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Vatican Museums

Embark on your Vatican journey in the heart of Vatican City. Meet your friendly host and enjoy a priority entrance for the quickest skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums. With a quick intro, a specially designed map, and your Audio Guide, explore the vast 9 miles (15 km) of captivating rooms and galleries at your own pace. The ultimate Vatican adventure awaits!
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Cortile della Pigna

The Pineyard Courtyard at the Vatican Museums is a serene haven, blending classic architecture with lush greenery. Donato Bramante's Pigna statue stands as a bronze centerpiece, creating a peaceful retreat. Amidst this cultural richness, the courtyard invites reflection and appreciation for its timeless elegance.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Sphere within a Sphere

In the heart of the Vatican's Cortile della Pigna stands a notable bronze sculpture: Sfera con sfera (Sphere Within a Sphere) by Italian artist Arnaldo Pomodoro. This captivating artwork depicts two fractured orbs resembling intricate machine gears, symbolizing the intricate and fragile nature of the modern world. Pomodoro began creating similar sculptures in the early 1960s, exploring the theme of complexity.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Galleria Delle Carte Geografiche

Discover the Vatican Museums' Gallery of Maps: an enchanting showcase of detailed cartography spanning centuries. Immerse yourself in history with vibrant maps, capturing the beauty of geography and artistry. Unleash your sense of wonder!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Stanze di Raffaello

Explore the Raphael Rooms at the Vatican Museums, a visual feast of Renaissance art. Marvel at Raphael's masterpieces, including the iconic "School of Athens." Immerse yourself in a world of exquisite frescoes and timeless creativity.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Sistine Chapel

Most explorations of the Vatican Museums end at the crown jewel, the Sistine Chapel, a particularly sacred site, as it’s where new popes are elected. Of course, you’re there to see Michelangelo’s legendary frescoes, The Creation of Adam on the ceiling and The Last Judgment on on the wall.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Fast Track Entry to Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Recharging station for your devices
  • Bathroom access
  • Free WiFi at the meeting point
  • Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Sistine Chapel.
  • Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Vatican Museum.
  • Best Skip the line entry tickets .
  • Guide are not included
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Weapons
  • Pet
  • Transportation
  • Visit to Saint Peter's Dome and Saint Peter's Basilica
  • Tour Guide

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

Non-refundable

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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