Vatican Tours and Tickets

The Vatican is a hugely popular attraction, but you can escape the crowds and lines (and beat the summer heat) by visiting in the evening with this small-group (limited to six people) tour. Enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the museums and Sistine Chapel and get insights into the artworks from your guide.

Stand inside the Sistine Chapel 30 minutes before it opens to the general public with this early-access ticket to the chapel and the rest of the Vatican Museums complex. This is an exclusive opportunity to admire Michelangelo's famous ceiling fresco and his other works in a tranquil, crowd-free atmosphere.

Enjoy delicious local cuisine on this 4-hours guided food, wine tour in the heart of Rome. On this tour we will take you to sample real Roman food off the beaten path in local eateries in the traditional neighborhood of Prati. Your friendly and informative local guide will share stories about the Vatican district and the specialties they produce and you will taste. After this great gourmet experience your local and expert guide will take you to the Vatican Museums with skip-the-line tickets, included in the price, for the galleries and the Sistine Chapel.

Taste the full flavor of Rome on a full-day comprehensive tour of the city with stops at famous landmarks like the Trevi Fountain, The Pantheon, and the Vatican. Stop for an Italian restaurant lunch, and get a complete overview of the city. This tour is ideal for first time visitors to Rome, or anyone who is short on time, but still wants to see all the sights.

Explore Rome's historic city center and Vatican City on this half-day walking tour. See famous landmarks like the Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, and more. Then head to Vatican City and skip the long lines to dive right into the history and artifacts of the Vatican museums including the Tapestry Gallery and the Belvedere Courtyard, Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica.

No trip to Rome is complete without seeing the sights of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel and Saint Peter's Basilica. However, lines and crowds at these iconic attractions can be overwhelming. Get exclusive access to the art and architecture with a guided tour that includes skip-the-line tickets. Enjoy works by Renaissance greats Michelangelo, Raphael and Da Vinci. Learn fascinating facts from your professional guide.

Attracting visitors from across the world, the Vatican ranks among UNESCO-listed Rome's top attractions - and the entry queues can be long. On this tour, beat the admission line with skip-the-line entry and visit the Vatican in the relative calm of the evening. Discover top sites of artistic and historic interest including the Sistine Chapel, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour - limited to 15 people.

Rome is home to UNESCO-listed treasures dating back thousands of years, but reaching the far-flung sites on foot can be tiring. On this tour, take in top attractions including the Colosseum, the Vatican, and more by comfortable golf cart. Beat the queues with skip-the-line entry, with private walking tours included. See the very best of the Italian capital with ease, as your guide brings Rome's ancient history to life.

Unlock the magic and the mystery of some of Rome's top attractions with this three-hour night tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Skip the lines, wander galleries after the day-time crowds have dispersed and get an up-close look at masterpieces by iconic artists like Michelangelo, Raphael and more. This is the perfect way to see some of the city's most memorable sights in a more personalized and unique way!

Leave the bustle of Rome behind, and visit the Pope's exclusive summer residence, on a tour of Castel Gandolfo. Located just 15 miles (24 kilometers) from the city center, the residence comprises the opulent Apostolic Palace, the Barberini Gardens, and more. Set off in the morning via bus; upon arrival, you'll go on an audio tour of both the palace and gardens. Enjoy a lunch break amidst the greenery before heading back to the city. Add on an optional upgrade to tour the Vatican Museums upon returning to Rome.

Visit the Vatican Museums during your time in Rome with priority access by booking this skip-the-line ticket. Choose your preferred time when booking, and then explore the museums independently on a self-guided tour to see the priceless artwork, including the frescoes of the Sistine Chapel.

Pack in two hot spots all in one day with these family-centered tours geared for kids ages seven to 12, including admission tickets and skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums, the Coliseum, and St. Peter's Basilica. First, you and your family avoid the crowded lines and tour the Vatican Museums. Take a break for lunch or explore St. Peter's Basilica on your own before going on your last tour of the day at the Colosseum.

Discover Rome's history on a full-day tour to Vatican City and the catacombs. Begin at the Vatican with a skip-the-line ticket to visit the museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica where you can find works of art by Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael and more. Then head underground to explore the ancient Roman catacombs and other Christian landmarks such as the Cathedral of Rome and the Holy Staircase.

Enter a world of Renaissance art and intrigue on a 2.5-hour tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. Using a skip-the-line ticket, you'll avoid the long general entrance line to discover the art and architecture straight away. See works by Michelangelo, Raphael, and Leonardo da Vinci; gaze at the Vatican Gardens; admire the artwork of the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica; and visit the papal crypt.

Give your feet a rest on Rome's cobbled streets, and explore the city's historical sites by golf cart, instead. On this 3-hour tour, you'll see some of Rome's top attractions and squares, including the Pantheon, Colosseum, Piazza Navona, Piazza Venezia, Circus Maximus, the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain. You can get closer to the landmarks than you would in a regular vehicle but still enjoy comfortable transport around the city.

Colosseum - Palatine Hill - Roman Forum - Vatican Museums  -  Sistine Chapel -  St. Peter's Basilica

Revel in the treasures of Rome and Vatican City on a full-day of exploration led by an expert guide. See remnants of ancient Rome including the legendary Colosseum, the Pantheon and the sprawling Roman Forum while hearing tales of gladiators and emperors, and admire Baroque Italian art at Piazza Navona. In the afternoon, explore holy highlights of Vatican City including the awe-inspiring Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Square. Tour size is limited for a more intimate small-group experience.

During Rome's hot summer, the Vatican Museum opens its doors for reservations-only Friday night tours that include an appetizer buffet and classical music (music on select Fridays only). This 3-hour Vatican Museums tour is led by a professional art historian, and is limited to 10 people for a more intimate, personal experience of the Sistine Chapel, the Upper Galleries, and other Vatican Museums highlights.

Enjoy this four-day tour to enjoy three of the great cities of Italy: Rome, Florence, and Pisa. Take this opportunity to visit some amazing places with this independent tour that starts from Rome, passing to Florence and Pisa. To return choose between a private transfer to your Florence Hotel or to Florence Airport, or even taking the train back to Rome. Maximum group size is 9.

Discover the Vatican on a 3-hour St Peter's Basilica, Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums tour. Navigate the vast complex of rooms, artwork and history with a guide, who will bring the ancient collection to life. Skip all the entrance lines to explore halls such as the Gallery of the Maps and Raphael's Rooms; step inside the Sistine Chapel to admire 'The Creation of Adam' by Michelangelo'; and hear little-known tales about sacred St Peter's Basilica. Choose from several departures, or upgrade to an evening experience or small-group tour with 12 people.