Ticket to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

Audioguide information on the history and art of the Vatican

The opportunity to visit at your own pace

The unique experience of admiring Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel

Description

Enjoy a unique experience exploring the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel at your own pace with an audioguide!

Start your adventure by picking up your audioguide and headphones in Borgo Santo Spirito from a host who will accompany you to the Vatican Museums security line. You can then start enjoying the audioguide, which will guide you through the Vatican's main outdoor attractions. You'll learn about the fascinating history of the iconic monuments of St. Peter's Square and the Obelisk, and discover the secrets of the Vatican and its historic buildings as you make your way to the Museums.

Once you're in line at the Vatican Museums, the audioguide will continue to immerse you in papal history. You'll learn more about the art collections and cultural richness of this exceptional site.

Once inside the Museums, you can begin to explore the immense collection of art, sculpture and frescoes, including masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci and Raphael's famous Chambers.

The Sistine Chapel, home to Michelangelo's frescoes, awaits you for an immersion in one of art history's greatest masterpieces. Admire “The Creation of Adam” and “The Last Judgment”, and take time to appreciate the magnificence of this sacred space - an unforgettable moment of your visit.

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Important information

Availability: Monday to Saturday (except in exceptional cases)
Opening times: 9am - 8pm
Location: Vatican Museums
This ticket does not include skip-the-line access, waiting times are to be expected (up to 3 hours in high season)
Your tickets are non-transferable, and cannot be used for a date and time other than that indicated on your voucher
Your voucher will contain your official bar-coded ticket, which you will need to present, along with proof of identity, when entering the Vatican Museums. No entry will be possible without these two pieces of identification
At the time of booking, you will be asked to indicate the full name, date, place and country of birth of all participants
You may stay as long as you wish in the Museums, until closing time
Any exit is a definitive exit
People with a disability greater than 74% can benefit from free admission, on presentation of proof
Entry to the Vatican Museums is subject to a security check and a dress code : in order to respect the places of worship you will be visiting, you are asked not to wear flip-flops, open sandals, shorts, skirts stopping above the knees or sleeveless clothing
Please note that anyone contravening the dress regulations may be refused access to the Vatican, with no possibility of refund
It is forbidden to take photos in the Sistine Chapel. Photos are permitted in the rest of the Vatican Museums, but flash photography is prohibited
We recommend that you download your audioguide application before your visit, via the QR code available on your voucher