The best time to see the Vatican is before the crowds descend. This express, early-morning ticket gives you access 15 minutes before any other groups and 1hr 15 mins before the general public.
Attractions & guided tours
Early morning Vatican museums and Sistine Chapel skip-the-line ticket
based on 16 reviews
Free cancellation
Safety measures applied
Instant confirmation
SKIP THE LINE
Do this because
- Avoid the noise and bustle with a crowd-beating ticket
- Skip the long lines and spend more time with the art
- Take the whole day to enjoy all the Vatican has to offer
- Ticket includes the Raphael rooms, the galleries and courtyards
What to expect
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COVID-19 information
The following health and safety measures are in place, so you can relax and enjoy your experience. 
Visitor numbers are limited to reduce crowds The experience complies with government regulations Social distancing is enforced Visitors are required to bring and wear masks Guides and all other staff are required to wear masks Temperature screening is compulsory for all visitors Visitors over 18 must show their ID and proof of one of the following: a full vaccination or first vaccination (this requirement varies depending on the country) received at least 15 days prior, recovery from a COVID-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative result from a PCR or antigen test taken no more than 48 hours before the experience starts. This may also apply to those aged 12 and above
What's included
Skip-the-line entrance tickets
What's not included
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
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Guided tour
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Where
Viale Vaticano, 100, 00192 Roma RM, Italy
Meeting point:
At the steps near “Caffé Vaticano,” on the opposite side of the Vatican museum entrance.
When
- Please refer to the calendar for updated starting times and availability
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Provider
rome@grayline.com
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
What people say about this experience
based on 16 reviews
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