Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums Early Access Admission

Rome 1 hour 30 minutes

Your early morning Vatican experience starts as you meet your host outside the Vatican Museums. Go in and head directly to the Sistine Chapel, the pope’s private place of worship, which is normally the last thing seen on a tour of the Museums complex. However, with this ticket, enter the chapel as one of the first visitors of the day, allowing you to enjoy it without the crowds. Gaze in awe at Michelangelo’s iconic ceiling fresco, 'The Creation of Adam,' as well as 'The Last Judgment,' his blue fresco that adorns the back wall of the chapel. Talking is not allowed inside; learn about these Renaissance masterpieces before you enter. After seeing the chapel, you're able to explore the Vatican Museums at your own pace. Your tour concludes back in St. Peter's Square, where you're able to take in the architectural splendor of the Vatican.

First Entrance into the Vatican Museums & the Sistine Chapel before the general public

Enjoy Michelangelo's masterpieces before the crowds arrive

Take the time to explore the Vatican Museum for as long as you want

Share the experience with a small group of up to 16 people

First Entrance into the Vatican Museums

Expert, English-speaking guide

Tickets to the Vatican Museums and all reservation fees

Small group of 16 people or less

All Day Access to the Vatican Museums

Exclusions

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
St Peter's Basilica, the grottos and the dome: After the tour, you may visit these attractions on your own. Your tour will end at the front of St Peter's Basilica, which is a very convenient location to leave for lunch, visit the Vatican bookstore, visit the Vatican post office, enter St Peter's Basilica, continue to the grottos below St Peter's or climb to the dome. Your tour guide will be happy to point you in the right direction!
Please note: Due to the current circumstances and regulations, the Vatican currently opens at 8:30am instead of 8:00am. However, by arriving at the line 30 minutes before the doors open, you will be one of the first visitors to enter the Sistine Chapel and enjoy the Museums in peace before the crowds arrive.

4 Via Tunisi, Roma, Lazio, 00192 Get directions

A full refund will apply if you cancel more than a day before the activity start time.

No refund is possible if you cancel less than a day before the activity start time.

Guide Languages

English

Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums Early Access Admission

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