Not Suitable For: Wheelchair users
What To Bring: Passport
What To Bring: Passport or ID card for children
What To Bring: Passport or ID card, copy accepted
Not Allowed: Shorts
Not Allowed: Short skirts
Not Allowed: Sleeveless shirts
Know Before You Go: Tickets are valid for the date and time slot chosen.
Know Before You Go: Children under 7 enter free with a valid ID, Youth tickets are available to those aged between 7 and 17 with a valid ID.
Know Before You Go: The months of April, May, June, July, September, October & December are particularly crowded because they are high season months, During peak season, security waits can exceed 20 minutes.
Know Before You Go: Please note that access to the Sistine Chapel is subject to Vatican rules and scheduled events. On some occasions, the chapel may close without prior notice due to religious ceremonies or official functions.
Know Before You Go: If this happens, it is beyond our control and cannot be predicted in advance. Your ticket will remain valid and will still allow you to visit the Vatican Museums.
Know Before You Go: From January 2026, conservation work will begin on Michelangelo’s The Last Judgment. During this time, scaffolding will be installed and parts of the artwork may be partially covered.