Can you get tickets for Sistine Chapel only?


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.


Can you just turn up to the Sistine Chapel?

So in order to visit it you need to buy a ticket to the Vatican Museums. As we said, given the large turnout that the museum has, it is recommended to book a skip-the-line ticket for the entrance. In order to avoid the lines there are many solutions.


Is Sistine Chapel free?

Is the Sistine Chapel free to visit? Well, you can see it for free, but it's not necessarily the most convenient option. Although entry to the Vatican Museums is usually ticketed, there is one day every month when they offer free admission to all visitors.


How strict is the Sistine Chapel?

It's forbidden to show up with bare sleeves. In summer the solution can be to bring a cardigan or a shoulder cover to wear inside the Museums. Pants or skirts must cover up to the knee. It is absolutely forbidden to wear a top that leaves the belly open.


How long should you spend at the Sistine Chapel?

Visit the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums Inside you can admire Michelangelo's frescoes and the works accumulated by various Popes over the centuries. The visit lasts about three hours but depends on how long you decide to stay and admire the works.


Is it worth to skip the line at the Vatican?

Skip the line Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel tickets are highly recommended and in my opinion absolutely worth the few extra euros, especially if you are visiting during high season. How long does it take to see the Vatican and Sistine Chapel? 2 to 4 hours is the average visit to the Museums and St. Peter's.


Can you walk into the Vatican without tickets?

The Vatican City is free to enter, allowing you to meander the likes of St. Peter's Basilica and St. Peter's Square without dropping a dime. However, if you want to see the Vatican's starring attractions: the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums, you will have to pay around 15 Euros.


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.


What is the most exclusive tour of the Vatican?

The VIP Vatican Key Master's Tour is, at time of writing, the most exclusive tour of the Vatican that you can take. The tour, which lasts for two hours, has you accompanying the official Vatican Museum's Key Master as they walk through the Vatican.


How can I see the Sistine Chapel without a tour?

However, it is also possible to go straight to the Sistine Chapel by following signs for it, marked with 'Cappella Sistina percorso Breve'. This path is perfect for people who are short on time and allow you to see part of the Vatican Museum Collection and then see the Chapel in as little as a couple of hours.


How long does it take to walk around the Sistine Chapel?

The Vatican Museums are extensive, so it is recommended that you set aside at least 3-4 hours to comfortably visit. Most guided tours take 3 hours, including the Sistine Chapel. Even without a guide, it will take at least 2 hours to walk through the most important rooms.


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.


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.