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Skip the Line: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Admission Ticket

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This ticket is perfect for an independent sightseer who wants to visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel without a tour guide but would still like to avoid the long lines that form outside this famous site. When you arrive, you’ll be escorted through a special no-wait Vatican Partner entrance before being set free to spend as much of the day as you want exploring the famous collections.
  • Map of the Vatican Museums
  • Escorted access through the Skip the Line Entrance to the Vatican Museums
  • Reserved Skip the Line Access to the Vatican Museums
  • Guided tour
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Vatican City, Vatican City, Italy

  • Vatican City, Vatican City, Italy
    Experience the UNESCO-listed Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel effortlessly with a skip-the-line ticket. 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!
    5 minutes
  • Vatican Museums, Vatican City, Italy
    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. Following a quick intro and a handy specialy designed map, delve into the vast 9 miles (15 km) of captivating rooms and galleries at your own pace. The ultimate Vatican adventure awaits!
    90 minutes
  • Cortile della Pigna, Vatican City, Italy
    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.
    15 minutes
  • Sphere within a Sphere, Vatican City, Italy
    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.
    5 minutes
  • Gallery Of The Maps, Vatican City, Italy
    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!
    15 minutes
  • Stanze di Raffaello, Vatican City, Italy
    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.
    20 minutes
  • Sistine Chapel, Vatican City, Italy
    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.
    30 minutes
  • 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
  • While this ticket is a Skip the Line entrance, there is a security check that every passenger must go through. We cannot control the delay this might cause to entering the museum.
  • We recommend that backpacks are not taken on this tour
  • It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point on time. Please plan on being at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the meeting time. Guests arriving late cannot be accommodated, and missed tickets cannot be refunded.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
David_B
21 Dec 2024
You won’t see a Viator representative meeting you, it is a different company, but the process was still easy.
Lourdes_R
16 Dec 2024
Had wonderful experience skip line seemed like a long line but it moved faster once the museum opened . Guides were helpful when asked and accompanied us to designated area outside the museum
NamHung_T
12 Dec 2024
The museum is amazing with lots of exhibits. Thanks to the ticket, we saved time by not having to queue for entry. It was not possible to see everything in 1 day but we managed to visit the most famous paintings and sculptures on display. The Sistine Chapel is jaw dropping.
This tour in is organized by City Wonders Ltd

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