VATICAN TOURS 2026
Explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica and save time and money with our skip-the-line Vatican tours.
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Our knowledgeable local guides will help you discover the top sights in Vatican City.
We have the best tours for you, recommended by our travel experts for their value and experience.
Skip The Line Access
Avoid the lines, and enjoy the fast entry access to Vatican Museums & St. Peter’s Basilica
Choose one of our top Vatican tours for a memorable experience!
Exploring Vatican City on your own can be overwhelming and time-consuming. That’s why we recommend booking one of our guided tours. All our tours offer skip-the-line access for an enjoyable and stress-free Vatican visit. Whether you are interested in joining our Vatican Museums tour and exploring art collections or getting a closer look at Michelangelo’s ceiling in the Sistine Chapel, we have it all.
Discover beautiful St Peter’s Basilica with our small group tour, or descend underground with our Scavi tour. We recommend joining our Vatican Gardens tour if you wish to experience the Vatican outdoors. Whatever you choose, you can be assured that you’ll explore the most important highlights of the Vatican with a professional local guide.
Vatican Tours – Prices and Overview
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| tour options | Price from |
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 Limited time offer Vatican Museum Tour2.5 - 3 hours | Skip-the-line | Small group | Access to Sistine Chapel | € 130 € 65 |
 Top pick Sistine Chapel Tour2.5 - 3 hours | Small group | Priority access to Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel | € 130 € 65 |
 Popular choice St. Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour105 minutes | Private or small group | Access to Papal Tombs | Dome access by elevator | € 25 € 15 |
 Exclusive access Vatican Underground Scavi Tour105 minutes | Papal Tombs visit & Dome access by elevator | € 54 |
 Avoid the crowds Vatican Early Morning TourStart your day early and explore the Vatican before the crowds arrive. | € 95 |
 Unique experience Vatican Night Tour2 hours | Crowd-free visit to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel | € 69 |
 VIP experience Vatican Private TourEnjoy VIP treatment and personalized experience & discover highlights of the Vatican with your own guide. | € 289 € 260,10 |
 Vatican Gardens Tour1 - 2 hours | Open minibus tour | Access to Pontifical Villas | € 22 |
 Vatican Angels & Demons TourAccess to the all 'Angels & Demons' filming locations | Small group | € 45 |
 Vatican Virtual Reality Tour3D experience | Skip-the-line access to Vatican Museums | € 79 € 67,92 |
 Combo Colosseum & Vatican Tour7.5 hours | Visit to Colosseum, Vatican Museums & Rome historic center | € 149 |
Many of our guests had a great time on our Vatican tours!
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Fantastic Sistine Chapel Tour!
Visiting the Vatican with my parents was unforgettable! We took a guided tour of the Sistine Chapel, and it was fantastic. Our guide was lovely, full of knowledge and skipping the lines was a huge plus. The Sistine Chapel was so peaceful, and seeing Michelangelo’s Last Judgment up close, was a dream come true for me. Highly recommend it!
The best Vatican and Colosseum Combo Tour!
Good value for money. Very informative and entertaining at the same time. Transfer from Colosseum to Vatican was very helpful, so we didn't waste any time. All in all, a great experience. If you are in Rome for a day or two, this is a good way to see both the Vatican and Colosseum.
Early morning escape from crowds!
Getting up early to visit the Vatican Museum before it got crowded and hot was a great idea! We could explore the galleries in peace and it was lovely to have our guide Marco help us to go straight to the art pieces we wanted to see. Visiting St. Peter’s Basilica was amazing! Being there early, before the crowds showed up, made it even more special. Absolutely incredible to see it in person!
Which Vatican City Tour is the best for me?
For those with busy holiday itineraries who want to see the Vatican highlights
LIKELY TO SELL OUT
Vatican Museum Tour
Take this tour and explore the ancient art collections with skip-the-line access. Walk through the Gallery of Maps, and visit the Raphael Rooms. Enter the Sistine Chapel and see Michelangelo's famous fresco "The Creation of Adam". Our expert guide will tell you many interesting facts you can't learn elsewhere!
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St. Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour
Book this St. Peter’s Basilica Tour and visit the largest church in the world! Admire the church’s interior, and descend into the underground to see the papal tombs. During the tour, our guide will explain the church’s history and significance. Tour is available in Spanish, French and English.
For those who want to explore Vatican attractions without crowds
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Vatican Early Morning Tour
With this Early Morning Vatican Tour, you’ll visit the famous Vatican Museums right after it opens - when there are much fewer visitors. Your expert guide will lead you through the iconic Gallery of Maps, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica, teaching you about the meanings behind the artworks you’ll see. This tour is available in a small or private group.
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Vatican Night Tour
Enjoy an exclusive visit to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel at night! With this guided tour, you will have the opportunity to skip the lines and avoid the usual daytime crowds. Discover the world’s most famous art collections in peace. Also, learn about the lives of artists such as Raphael, Bernini, and Michelangelo.
If you want to discover hidden Vatican corners
UNCOVER ANCIENT SECRETS
Vatican Underground Scavi Tour
Explore the Vatican underground and descend beneath St. Peter's Basilica. During this exclusive underground tour, you will discover the tomb of St. Peter and other tombs and crypts where popes and royalty are buried.
THRILLING VATICAN ADVENTURE
Vatican Angels & Demons Tour
Book this tour and follow Robert Langdon's path in Dan Brown's best-selling novel "Angels and Demons". Visit key movie locations like Piazza Navona and the Pantheon. Uncover the secrets of Castel Sant'Angelo, the Illuminati's gathering place. Join our small group and enjoy a blend of literature and history with our expert guide.
For those who want to experience more
PERSONAL ART HISTORIAN GUIDE
Vatican Private Tour
Personalize your experience and get an exclusive three-hour tour of the Vatican's most famous historical sights. With VIP access, you will have privileged skip-the-line entry and your personal, professional local guide.
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Colosseum & Vatican Tour
Explore the best Rome sights on this full-day tour. Skip the line at the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Vatican Museums, and Sistine Chapel. Inside the Vatican Museums, explore the famous Gallery of Maps and Raphael Rooms. Follow a guide to the Sistine Chapel and admire Michelangelo's famous ceiling paintings.
FAQ – Vatican Tours
How long does it take to tour the Vatican?
Exploring Vatican City typically takes 2 to 3 hours but varies based on your preferences. If you plan to visit the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica in one day, plan a longer stay, at least 4 hours. If you wish to visit Vatican Gardens , you can expect to spend around 4 hours there.What to wear to the Vatican?
The Vatican's dress code is modest and respectful. All visitors must cover their shoulders and knees and dress appropriately for a religious site. Avoid wearing shorts, revealing and transparent clothes, short skirts, and sleeveless or low-cut tops.When is the best time to visit the Vatican?
The Vatican is Rome's most popular destination and is busy year-round. The high season is June to August when most tourists visit. The Vatican Museums are usually closed on Sundays but open for free on the last Sunday of each month, attracting large crowds. To avoid long lines, it is always a good idea to buy Vatican skip-the-line tickets in advance.Are photos taken inside the Vatican Museums allowed?
You can take photos in the Vatican Museums, but not in the Sistine Chapel. Remember to turn off the flash to protect the artwork.Can I bring food and drinks inside the Museums?
Eating and drinking are prohibited inside the Museum corridors, so planning your meals outside the Vatican Museums is better. There is a cafeteria inside for snacks, but we suggest enjoying your meal outside before or after your visit, as you'll find a wider variety of food options.Are there any rules for visiting the Sistine Chapel?
When visiting the Sistine Chapel, remember the dress code (the same as for Vatican Museums). Given the high number of visitors daily, no photos or talking is allowed to maintain a peaceful environment.
Our TOP 4 Vatican tours
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Vatican Museums Tour
Our most popular tour with priority access
Join our Vatican Museums tour and let us guide you in choosing what to see—there’s so much to explore. With 54 galleries and 20,000 artworks on display, the museum stretches over 7 kilometers. Your best choice is to relax and enjoy following your professional guide, who will lead you to the key Vatican attractions like the Spiral Staircase, Raphael Rooms, Papal Throne, Gallery of Maps, and Sistine Chapel. This tour also includes a visit to St. Peter Basilica.
Sistine Chapel Tour
Experience Michelangelo’s genius creations
Discover Michelangelo’s famous masterpieces up close in The Sistine Chapel. Join our art historian guide to explore this beautiful Renaissance chapel with its walls covered in frescoes. Learn how Michelangelo painted his iconic frescoes, including the “Last Judgment” and the “Creation of Adam.” The Sistine Chapel is a must-see sight for anyone visiting the Vatican.
St. Peter’s Basilica Tour
Don’t miss the stunning view of Rome from it’s Dome
Enter St. Peter’s Basilica with priority access and climb to the Dome for the panoramic views of Rome. Find out more about this significant Cathedral, one of the largest churches in the world and a pilgrimage site for Catholics. The church is famous for its Renaissance style and artworks by masters like Michelangelo and Bernini.
Vatican Gardens Tour
Access to the green oasis within the Vatican is permitted only with a guided tour
If you’re in Vatican City, visit its stunning landscaped gardens. Access to the Vatican Gardens gardens is limited, and you can only enter as part of a guided tour. Join our exclusive tour and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of these Renaissance gardens, which spread over 23 hectares. Relax in peaceful surroundings and enjoy viewing the gardens and fountains inspired by Italian, English, and French styles.
Top tips for your perfect Vatican visit
Check out our tips to get ready for your visit to Vatican City! Our guide has all the recommendations you need. Find out the best times to visit, how to get there, the dress code, and all other important information you will need before your Tour.
Prefer to visit the Vatican by yourself?
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These are our bestselling skip-the-line tickets!
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Vatican Museum Ticket
With our Vatican Entry Ticket, you can easily access the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. Select your preferred time slot, and enjoy exploring the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel at your own pace. For a better experience, you can get an audio guide available in multiple languages.
BEST VALUE COMBO TICKET
Colosseum & Vatican Combo Ticket
Make the most of your holiday budget and get this Vatican plus Colosseum ticket, which is valid for three days. Get priority entry to the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and the Colosseum. You will also be able to visit the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and other top attractions in Rome.