Rome: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Hosted Entry

About this activity

  • money-transfer-coin-arrow_15355109 Free cancellation

    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
  • calendar-salary_14227546 Reserve now & pay later

    Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
  • duration-alt_14246718 Duration

    2 - 7 hours
  • head-side-headphones_10435857 Optional audio guide

    English French Italian Portuguese Spanish German Dutch
  • face-smiling-hands_10416003 Host or greeter

    English

Highlights

  • Stroll Rome’s iconic heart: Pantheon, Trevi Fountain & Spanish Steps
  • Enjoy storytelling from a passionate local guide on your city walk
  • Break for photos, gelato, or rest before your sacred experience begins
  • Choose your way: Walking Tour + Vatican Entry, or Hosted Entry Only
  • Feel the soul of art and history come alive in every corridor you walk

Your experience

Step inside the heart of Vatican City with an experience that mixes comfort, care, and a touch of freedom.

Your trip starts with a friendly welcome by the Vatican Museums, where our team makes sure that everything begins smoothly—helping you with all the official entry steps easily.

As soon as you are in, feel free to wander at your own pace.

Marvel at the stunning Gallery of Maps, the Raphael Rooms, and incredible treasures held within the Vatican Museums—all leading up to the breathtaking Sistine Chapel.

For those who wish to delve deeper into its mysteries or simply seek silence within its walls, independent exploration is available along with a multilingual audio guide or can kick off your day with a guided walking tour of such famous Roman attractions as Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps.

Finish your visit standing under Michelangelo's famous ceiling—a moment full of beauty and meaning.

This flexible experience is ideal for curious, self-sufficient guests who value a mix of soft support and the freedom to explore their own adventure.

Choose the style that matches your speed, your way, and your story.

What's Included
  • Hosted entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • Official Vatican access following the standard procedures
  • Professional host assistance at the meeting point
  • Rome Walking Experience + Vatican Hosted Entry (if option selected – highly recommended for first-time visitors)
  • Digital Vatican map and mobile audio guide access via app (if option selected; bring your own headphones and charged phone for best experience)
  • Flexible, self-paced visit to Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
What's Excluded
  • Live tour guide
  • Headphones (bring your own or available for purchase)
  • Transportation to/from the Vatican
  • Access to St. Peter’s Basilica
  • Food, drinks, or personal expenses

To Remember

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Headphones
  • Charged Smartphone
  • ID card, copy accepted

Not allowed

  • Flash photography

Know before you go

  • Full names of all participants (adults and children) are required at booking and must match official ID or passport.
  • The Vatican Museums operate with strict security screening, including bag checks and metal detectors.
  • Please expect some waiting time due to these procedures, even with hosted access and pre-reserved entry.
  • Large bags, backpacks, umbrellas, or sharp objects are not permitted inside.
  • Flash photography is not allowed in the Sistine Chapel, and silence is required.