VATICAN CITY • ROME
Prices, best tours and booking mistakes to avoid.
Tap to compare →OFFICIAL 2026 PRICE
€20 adult entry plus the €5 online booking fee. Reduced tickets require valid proof.
Tour prices vary by inclusions.SKIP-THE-LINE FACT
Timed entry bypasses the ticket-buying queue. Every visitor must still complete mandatory security screening.
Security remainsBEST FOR BUDGET TRAVELERS
Explore independently. Standard entry includes the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.
The Basilica is not included.BEST FIRST-TIME TOUR
A guide explains the art, manages the route and highlights masterpieces that are easy to miss alone.
Often 2–3 hoursWANT ST. PETER'S TOO?
Choose a tour that explicitly lists the Basilica or direct passage. Access can change during religious events.
Check the inclusion list.BEST TIME TO VISIT
Normal hours are Monday–Saturday, 8:00–20:00. Final entry is 18:00. Early slots are usually easier.
Check closure dates60-SECOND BOOKING CHECK
VISITOR RULES
Cover shoulders and knees. Avoid low-cut clothing and hats. Photography and mobile-phone use are prohibited inside the Sistine Chapel.
Pack a light coverREADY TO CHOOSE?
Check current times, inclusions and cancellation terms before reserving.
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