Skip the Line: Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel & Raphael Rooms + Basilica Access

Embark on a timeless Skip-the-Line tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Raphael's Rooms. End your visit with Skip-the-Line Access to St. Peter's Basilica whenever possible. Discover all the highlights with an expert guide who makes the experience fun and engaging. Shared groups are capped at 20 guests and include headsets for clear narration. Looking for a more personalized experience? Upgrade to the Small Group option (max 10 guests) or choose a First Access tour to be among the day’s first visitors. Prefer to explore on your own? Opt for the escorted ticket-only option to skip the lines independently. Please note: Entry to St. Peter's Basilica is separate from the Vatican Museums and not always guaranteed. When available, guided tours include free Skip-the-Line Basilica access. Access is not available for the ticket only option. During the Jubilee year, access to the Basilica may be more restricted. Entrance to the Basilica is always free and does not require a ticket.

Together with your guide, set foot inside the smallest country in the world via the fastest possible entrance!

One of the first stops inside the Vatican Museums is the Pinecone Courtyard where you will find the Sphere within a Sphere sculpture as well as the Roman fountain, an enormous bronze pinecone, that lends the courtyard its name.

The bronze Sphere within a Sphere sculpture by Arnaldo Pomodoro marries this historic setting with a touch of modern art.

The Vatican Museums are made up of multiple Museums forming many "wings". The wing containing the highest concentration of highlights is the Pio Clementino Museum. Follow your guide from the Octagonal open-air courtyard where you will encounter the Laocoonte and Apollo Belvedere, to the eerily life-like statues in the Room of the Animals. Check out the masterfully painted vaults creating a 3D effect in the Gallery of the Candelabra.

In this Gallery of hand-painted maps, you can admire the world how it was seen nearly 5 centuries ago. With the help of your guide, pick out the towns in Italy you have visited, or just enjoy the incredible hand-painted details that make these maps unique.

"Raphael's Rooms" inside the Vatican Museums are a spectacular testament to the talent of the painter Raphael, as well the inspiration of the master Michelangelo. Explore them with your guide.

Your guide will prepare you to take in the Sistine Chapel ahead of time, as no speaking is allowed in this sacred place. Admire this monumental work by Michelangelo.

Your visit ends at the entrance of the Vatican Museums. From here, you are free to continue to explore on your own within official opening hours.

When available, access is provided to St Peter's Basilica, skipping the lines. A tour is not provided inside the Basilica, only access. Your visit will end at the steps of St. Peter's Square with an introduction made by your guide after which you will be on your own to continue exploring.

For the guided tour options only, and when available, Skip the Line access to St. Peter's Basilica via a special exit from the Sistine Chapel will be offered to you at no extra cost. Please note that St. Peter's Basilica is a separate venue from the Vatican Museums, is free to enter and does not require ticket. However, skip the line access is only possible via the museums and is not available at all dates and times. It is not possible to know in advance when access to the Basilica will be available. At the time, our 3:15PM tour departure does not include Basilica Access.

Vatican City, Vatican City, Lazio

• 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.
• At least 4 people are required for the guided tour option to take place.
• 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 always available. When available, and only for guided tours, you will be given the option to benefit from Skip the Line Access to St. Peter's Basilica at no extra cost. Entrance to the Basilica is free and does not require a ticket. Please note that during the Jubilee year access to the Basilica may be restricted more often.
• Guests with a certified disability of over 75% are entitled to free entrance to the Vatican and do not require a ticket. For guests who are not self-sufficient, free entry is extended to a companion.
• Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.

• 2.5 hr Guided Tour: 20 Guests
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  Tour in English. Skip the Line Access to St. Peter's Basilica included when available, excluding Wednesdays/events.
  20 guests max
  Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
• 1.5 hr First Access: 12 Guests
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  First access of the day & express tour to the Sistine Chapel. St. Peter's Basilica access included, except Wednesdays/events.
  12 guests max
  Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Hosted Ticket Only (No guide)
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  Escorted skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel. No guided tour. NO access to St. Peter's Basilica.
• 2.5 hr First Access: 10 Guests
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  First access of the day. St. Peter's Basilica access included when available (except Wednesdays/events).
  10 guests max
  Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
• 2.5 hr Guided Tour: 10 Guests
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  Tour in English. St. Peter's Basilica skip the line access included when available (except Wednesdays/events).
  10 guests max
  Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

• Skip the Line Access & Entrance Ticket to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
• Headsets to hear your guide clearly (if guided option selected)
• Insider Guide (if guided option selected)

• Food & Beverages
• Gratuities

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Plan on arriving to our meeting point at least 15 minutes in advance of your selected departure time. Meet our representative on the steps at Via Tunisi, located at the corner with Via Sebastiano Veniero. They will be holding a flag with the green EcoArt logo.

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by EcoArt Travel.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 1246 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.