OFFICIAL VATICAN TICKETS 2025

FAQ - Vatican Tickets

Why do you need Skip - the - Line ticket for the Vatican?

Avoid the long queues: The Vatican is a popular destination all year round, and long lines can sometimes stretch for hours. With your Skip-the-Line ticket, you can enter the Vatican without delay. Save time: Plan ahead and avoid wasting your precious vacation moments waiting for tickets. Enjoy convenience: Visiting the Vatican can feel confusing because it's enormous, and deciding what to visit first can be challenging, especially if you have limited time. Our Vatican Tickets offer various options tailored to fit your schedule.

How to get Vatican Tickets?

Buying Vatican tickets online is your best option if you want to plan your holidays and enjoy stress-free time while visiting the Vatican. Reserve your tickets early, as they are usually sold out months in advance. Check out our selection of Vatican Tickets, choose the one that suits you, and get straight to the priority entrance.

Do I need a tour guide for the Vatican?

With our fast-access ticket to the Vatican Museums, you will enter quickly and explore independently. If you prefer to walk at your own pace, getting a Skip the Line Vatican ticket is perfect for you. However, it can take time to decide what to see with 54 galleries, museums, and exhibition spaces within the Vatican Museums, so some planning is needed. We recommend choosing one of our  Vatican guided tours to help you feel more relaxed and avoid missing key attractions.

Can you visit Vatican Gardens on your own?

Vatican Gardens can only be visited on a guided tour. We offer a Vatican Gardens minibus tour that also includes visiting the Vatican Museums.

Can you enter the Vatican City for free?

You can visit the Vatican alone, walk through St. Peter's Square, and enter St. Peter's Basilica. However, you need to get a ticket if you want to visit other Vatican sites.

Do you need tickets to enter St. Peter’s Basilica?

While entry to St. Peter's Basilica is free, be prepared for long lines. We recommend taking a guided tour of the Basilica, which includes fast-track entry and climbing to the Dome, a major highlight that offers a panoramic view of Rome. You will also learn fascinating facts about this largest church in the world, a significant site for the Catholic Church and Christianity. If you wish to explore the Cathedral and climb to the top of the Dome for stunning views of Rome, check out our  St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour.

How far are Vatican Museums from St. Peter's Basilica?

The Vatican Museums are close to St. Peter's Basilica. It takes around 15 minutes to walk from one site to the other. The easiest way to get from St Peter's Square to the Vatican Museums is to go to Piazza del Risorgimento. From there, continue walking along the Vatican wall, and then turn left again onto Viale Vaticano until you reach the entrance to the Vatican Museums.

Can I take photos of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel?

You can take personal photos in the Vatican Museums but not in the Sistine Chapel. Additionally, visitors must silently enter the Sistine Chapel to respect the religious space.

Can I take food to the Vatican Museums?

Eating and drinking are not allowed in the galleries and exhibition areas. However, you can find vending machines and a cafeteria in the museums. We suggest visiting one of the many nearby restaurants and cafes before or after your Museums visit.

Is there a specific dress code for visiting the Vatican?

The Vatican is a religious state and, therefore, has a strict dress code. It is recommended to wear modest clothes that cover the knees and upper arms. Shorts or skirts above the knee, sleeveless tops, and low-cut shirts are prohibited.