Can you buy tickets just for the Sistine Chapel?
Can you buy tickets just for the Sistine Chapel? There is no ticket that allows you to ONLY see the Sistine Chapel. You must purchase Vatican Museum tickets and at a minimum, go through the main galleries of the museums to get to the Sistine Chapel at the end. There is no other way (for visitors to get) into the Sistine Chapel.
Can I just visit the Sistine Chapel?
The Sistine Chapel is part of the Vatican Museums within Vatican City. That means you'll need to purchase tickets to the Vatican Museums in order to see the Sistine Chapel.
How long is the wait for the Sistine Chapel?
But reaching what many consider the holy grail—The Sistine Chapel—often requires standing in three- to four-hour lines then working your way through the labyrinth that is the museums themselves.
Can you just turn up at the Sistine Chapel?
The Sistine Chapel is part of the Vatican Museums within Vatican City. That means you'll need to purchase tickets to the Vatican Museums in order to see the Sistine Chapel.
Do you need skip the line for Sistine Chapel?
Yes, skip-the-line tickets to the Vatican Museums include access to the Sistine Chapel, which is the last leg of our tour of the museums.
Do you go to the Vatican museum first or Sistine Chapel?
The Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel are visited on one ticket. You will enter the Sistine Chapel through the Vatican Museums, so if you only want to see the Sistine Chapel, you will have to walk through the Vatican Museums first.
Do I need a reservation to see the Sistine Chapel?
To access the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel it is mandatory to book a ticket online.
How to get tickets to Vatican if sold out?
Tickets can be bought directly on the Vatican Museum's official website. Sometimes the official Vatican Museum website will sell out of tickets. If this occurs, tickets can be purchased on other websites: www.getyourguide.com, www.tiqets.com, and www.viator.com – to name a few.
Can I buy Vatican tickets at the door?
You can purchase the ticket to Vatican Museum at the main entrance, but to do so, you'll have to wait in a long line at the door. That's why we recommend you buy your Vatican tickets online in advance.
Can you get tickets for Sistine Chapel only?
The Sistine Chapel is part of the Vatican Museums. To visit the Sistine Chapel you just need a regular Vatican Museum ticket, which also includes the chapel.
How much is entry to Sistine Chapel?
Tickets currently cost €17 for adults and €8 for children between the ages of 6 and 18. Purchase tickets to see the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican Museums. You can skip the ticket line for an extra €5 per ticket.
What are the rules for visitors to the Sistine Chapel?
Visitors are not permitted to wear sleeveless, low-cut garments, shorts that end above the knee, miniskirts, and hats. Those with any visible personal objects or personal signs, such as jewelry or tattoos that may offend Catholic morality, the Catholic religion, and common decency will also be denied entry.
What time should I go to Sistine Chapel?
The best time to visit the Sistine Chapel is around 1:00 pm on weekdays or early in the morning by queuing up before opening. To enjoy the visit with fewer people we recommend: not to go on the last Sunday of the month (when entrance is free);
How early should I get to the Vatican?
Arriving at mid-day With ticket lines often snaking around the walls, it's best to get there early. The Vatican Museums opening times are 9am to 6pm Monday to Saturday and we recommend getting there when the doors open – if not a bit earlier to allow for delays.