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Skip the Line Entry Ticket Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel

7 Reviews 4.71 out of 5 stars Based on 7 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Rome, Italy
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Enter the Vatican before it is so busy and walk into the Papal courtyard in the silence of the morning of Vatican in the same courtyard where the popes have entertained guests for centuries. Wander the galleries before crowds and enjoy a closer view than the average visitor of Raphael Rooms, Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel, last judgment and much more.
The Vatican is quieter than ever with reduced capacity and fewer crowds, feel like a VIP as you wander the quiet corridors and explore the museum in peace with your safety as a priority.

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  • Fast Track Access
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Support from the agency
  • Lunch
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Via Sebastiano Veniero
15, 00192 Roma RM, Italy

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00120
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Discover the marvels of the Vatican on Vatican Hill Tours. Be mesmerized by Michelangelo’s world famous Sistine Chapel and Last Judgement, visit the Raphael Rooms and hear the stories behind the renowned “School of Athens”. With our Reserved Entrance, you can head straight into the Vatican to explore the museums with your dedicated expert guide. Headsets allow you to hear the stories your art historian guide will tell as they bring these works to life. Tours are limited to 20 people, and the Vatican is quieter than ever. With reduced capacity and fewer crowds, feel like a VIP as you wander the quiet corridors and explore the museum in peace with your safety as a priority.
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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 pregnant travelers
  • Wednesday morning St. Peter's Basilica is closed and tours starting at 15.30 cannot enter St. Peter ' Basilica.
  • The full names of all participants, according to government documents, must be provided to enter the Vatican Museums .
  • Shoulders and knees must be covered.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skip the Line Entry Ticket Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
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  • Support from the agency.
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