Admire Michelangelo’s masterpieces in the Sistine Chapel and enjoy an unforgettable experience among some of the world’s most famous frescoes. Online ticket purchase.
Location:
Vatican City, to the right of St. Peter’s Basilica
Built by:
Architects Baccio Pontelli and Giovannino de' Dolci between AD 1475 and 1481
What to see:
Sistine Chapel ceiling, The Last Judgment
Opening hours:
Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Price:
From €35
Transport:
Metro station: Ottaviano
Tours:
Sistine Chapel Tours
The Sistine Chapel can be visited as part of the Vatican Museums, often through the combined “Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel” ticket. Such tickets may be:
Tickets can be purchased:
For convenience, it’s advisable to book online in advance, especially during high season, to be sure of getting admission on the chosen day and at the desired time.
Standard tickets typically include access to the main collections of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, with no additional services. Those who want a more complete experience may consider tickets that offer an audioguide, guided visits, breakfast or lunch options, and various other add-ons that enrich the visit.
35 €
There are also combined tickets that include visiting other sites of interest in Rome. This allows you to maximize your stay in the city by discovering the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, Castel Sant’Angelo, or other monuments in a single package.
96 €
64 €
149 €
Below is a summary table showing the official prices (based on the Vatican’s current rates):
| Ticket | Type | Price | Booking Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance | Full | €17.00 | €4.00 |
| Entrance | Reduced | €8.00 | €4.00 |
Reduced tickets: available for youths aged 6–18 and students aged 18–25 (with a valid student ID). There are no reductions for visitors over 65.
Free admission: children under 6, visitors with disabilities, and their companions (by presenting themselves at the designated counters without a prior reservation).
Other options include audioguides, lunch, early breakfast, or happy hour experiences, each with its own additional fees and a booking fee of €4.00.
No. Reservations made on the official website are nonrefundable. However, you can change the date and the name on the ticket (which is nominal). It’s not possible to change the number of participants in the case of a group booking.
In the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, appropriate attire is required. Shorts, miniskirts, hats, or revealing clothing are not allowed. Security staff may deny entry to those not following this dress code.
Yes, it is highly recommended to book in advance, especially during peak tourist season. This guarantees you the time slot of your choice and helps avoid excessively long queues.
A guided tour enhances the experience by offering detailed insight into the artworks housed in the Vatican Museums and by thoroughly explaining the masterpieces within the Sistine Chapel. Some experiences also include special entry times or early access, making the visit more exclusive and less crowded.
Yes. Several providers offer combined tickets that include, besides the Sistine Chapel, other local attractions such as St. Peter’s Basilica, Castel Sant’Angelo, or the Colosseum. These packages are particularly useful for those who want a comprehensive itinerary of Rome within a limited timeframe.
Tickets: your opinions and comments
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