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2025-05-28
Flawless skip-the-line entry let us glide past the 200-metre queue and dive straight into the Raphael Rooms. Our guide, Paola, wove dates and gossip into a vivid story, even pointing out Michelangelo’s hidden self-portrait. Only drawback: the museum café was packed, so grab water beforehand.
Read more reviews2025-06-08
Ticket pick-up kiosk sits directly opposite the Vatican entrance, so we were through security in under five minutes. Sarah kept our small group moving, rerouting when the Sistine Chapel closed early yet still landing us prime spots in St Peter’s. Wear comfy shoes—it's a three-hour walk.
Read more reviews2025-06-07
Skip-the-line access really did shave hours off—security took five minutes while the ticket queue stretched round the block. Google Maps points to the wrong meeting spot, so plan extra time or look for the GetYourGuide flag. Once inside we spent three hours wandering at our own pace; an €8 museum audio guide filled in the details.
Read more reviews2025-05-28
Absolutely incredible! The voucher desk sits opposite the Vatican gate, so entry was seamless and we breezed past the sun-baked ticket line. Inside, the crowds were heavy but manageable—set aside at least three hours and wear comfy shoes. Adding the audio guide and dome climb turned a good visit into a bucket-list highlight.
Read more reviews2025-05-20
Finding the Headout desk was simple and the host walked us straight past the street-length ticket queue to the first security check. Staff stayed with us until our QR codes were scanned inside, then we explored at our own pace. The Vatican Museums were jaw-dropping and the Sistine Chapel every bit as charming as promised. Friendly team, clear directions and zero stress.
Read more reviews2025-05-18
Skip-the-line worked perfectly and we even caught an unexpected farewell Mass in St Peter’s. The museums and basilica are breathtaking, but be ready for crowds and kilometres of walking. One caveat: the Sistine Chapel was closed that day, so the add-on ticket went unused. Still a memorable visit—just double-check chapel opening times if that’s a must-see.
Read more reviews2025-04-15
Smooth, well-marked check-in and we were inside the Museums in under 10 minutes—totally worth the skip-the-line fee. Once through security we roamed at our own pace and still managed to see the highlights in three hours. A fun, stress-free way to tackle the Vatican on a busy spring morning.
Read more reviews2025-03-22
‘Skip the line’ really does save time, but be warned: in peak season the fast-track queue is still long—just much faster than the public one. City Wonders reps were easy to spot and guided us through the chaos. The Museums are vast, so plan for four hours of walking and crowds; the Sistine Chapel is the unforgettable reward.
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Things to know about tickets
The best days to visit Vatican City are typically midweek, on Tuesday or Wednesday. Avoid visiting around religious holidays and public holidays, but if you must, aim for three days before or after the event to avoid the largest crowds.
For the best experience, aim to visit as soon as the museums open. Early morning tours starting at 7:00 a.m. or individual visits from 8:00 a.m. offer a good chance of enjoying the artwork with fewer crowds.
Yes, you have a 30-minute entry window around your scheduled time. For example, if your ticket is for 2:00 p.m., you can enter between 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
A brief visit focusing on the main highlights requires at least 3 hours. However, with around 70,000 exhibits, viewing each for just one minute would take about 48 days, showcasing the incredible scale of the museum's collection.
Once inside, you are welcome to stay until closing time, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace.
No, entry to the Sistine Chapel requires a Vatican Museums ticket. Located at the end of the museum complex, you'll need to walk through the exhibition areas to reach it, which takes at least 20 minutes.
Yes, a ticket is required to enter the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Dome. St. Peter's Basilica, however, is free to enter, either by standing in line or as part of a guided tour that bypasses the wait.
Tickets can be purchased on the official Vatican Museums website or through authorized resellers.
To secure a preferred time and potentially lower rates, it is best to book at least a month in advance, particularly during peak seasons.
Tickets are released about 2-3 months in advance, making early booking essential for popular times and dates.
Admission to St. Peter's Basilica is free. The starting price for a ticket to the Vatican Museums is 25 euros if booked well in advance.
Yes, but be prepared for a line that could last from 1 to 3 hours. Weather conditions and the physical demands of touring the museums mean that advance purchase is often preferable.
Tickets can be booked online just a few days before your visit. However, booking a month in advance is recommended for the best choice of entry times and potentially lower prices.
Yes, you can access St. Peter's Square and St. Peter's Basilica for free without a ticket.
Yes, and it's highly recommended to buy Vatican Museums tickets online in advance. Tickets for St. Peter's Dome, however, are only available in person at the ticket booth.
High season at the Vatican Museums runs during spring (March to mid-June), summer through early fall (mid-June to October), and Christmas/New Year (mid-December to early January). Crowds also peak around major religious holidays like Easter, Christmas, the Feast of Saints Peter and Paul (June 29), and All Saints' Day (November 1).
The Vatican Museums offer free entry on the last Sunday of each month, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with final admission at 12:30 p.m. Free entry is unavailable on certain Sundays that coincide with major religious holidays, including Easter Sunday, June 29 (Feast of Saints Peter and Paul), December 25 (Christmas Day), and December 26 (Feast of St. Stephen). Expect larger crowds on these free-entry days, and note that skip-the-line services are not available.
