Fast-Track Entry Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel + Mamertine
Vatican Museums: Skip-the-Line Entry Options – Self-Guided Access Only
Unlock the wonders of Vatican City with official skip-the-line tickets and explore the Vatican Museums at your own pace — no guide, no group, just you and centuries of art and history.
This option also includes entry to the Mamertine Prison, one of the most ancient and significant sites in Roman history, located near the Roman Forum.
Choose the Option That Suits You Best:
Vatican Museums + Mamertine Prison Entry Dive deeper into Rome’s religious and imperial past with access to the underground prison that once held Saints Peter and Paul.
Vatican Museums + Pantheon Skip-the-Line Access (Optional Upgrade) Maximize your day in Rome with priority entry to both the Vatican and the Pantheon — two of the city’s most treasured landmarks.
Book with confidence knowing you’ll skip the ticket line and enjoy priority access to some of Rome’s most iconic cultural treasures.
Options
Vatican & Mamertine
Skip-the-Line Ticket:: explore the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel at your own pace.
Please note : that your selected entry time refers to your visit to the Vatican Museums
The Mamertine Prison: can be visited at any time between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM on the same day.
What's included in Fast-Track Entry Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel + Mamertine
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
Step back in time and into the heart of the Vatican City. Imagine wandering through centuries-old galleries filled with masterpieces by renowned artists. From the intricate frescoes of the Borgia Apartments to the awe-inspiring ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, every corner of the Vatican Museums is a treasure trove of art and history. With your skip-the-line ticket, you'll bypass the crowds and immerse yourself in the grandeur of this iconic destination. Explore the Gallery of Maps, the Gallery of Tapestries, and the Raphael Rooms at your own pace.
Carcer Tullianum
Step into ancient Rome’s oldest prison, where legends say Saints Peter and Paul were once held. Located near the Roman Forum, this underground chamber offers a powerful glimpse into the darker side of Roman history.
Pantheon
Marvel at one of the best-preserved monuments of ancient Rome. The Pantheon’s massive dome, open oculus, and elegant columns are a testament to Roman engineering — and it remains a functioning church nearly 2,000 years after it was built.
Inclusions
- Self-guided access to Vatican Museums (no guide or group)
- Access to Raphael's Rooms
- Admission to the Sistine Chapel
- Visit to the Borgia Apartments
- Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket to the Vatican Museums
- Choose from various add-ons (Vatican Museums + Mamertine Prison OR the Pantheon)
- Guided tour
- Audio guide for Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The Sistine Chapel and other areas may occasionally close without notice; refunds are not provided. During a Papal transition, access to the Sistine Chapel may be suspended due to the Conclave; no refunds apply.
- Entry Ticket Only: This ticket grants direct access to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel—no meeting point required. Tickets (PDF) will be emailed about 1 hour before entry. The Viator voucher confirms your booking but is not the entry ticket. Tickets are valid only on the selected date and time.
- Entry may be scheduled up to one hour before or after your chosen time.
- Tickets are nominal, non-refundable, and non-transferable. The name must match the ID shown or entry may be denied. Late arrivals risk being denied entry.
- Wheelchair users and visitors with 74%+ disability can access tickets on-site without queuing.
- All visitors must pass airport-style security. Dress code applies. Please be sure that your shoulders and knees are covered to enter the sites
- Price includes skip-the-line reservation; additional charges cover taxes and fees.
- These tickets are non-refundable and non-modifiable. Please double-check the location and option you’ve booked.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Important Information – Please Read Carefully Vatican Museums Entry Your entry to the Vatican Museums is at a fixed date and time. ⏰ Late arrivals may be denied entry per the museum’s policy. Entry time cannot be changed or delayed. This is a self-guided experience. No guide or group escort is included. Your official Vatican Museums ticket (PDF) will be emailed 1 hour before your entry time. Mobile tickets are accepted. A valid photo ID (digital copy is fine) is required for entry. Entrance address: *Vatican Museums* – Viale Vaticano, 00165 Rome All visitors must pass through a mandatory security check. Skip-the-line applies to the ticket line only. *Mamertine Prison* Access Entrance address: Mamertine Prison – Clivo Argentario 1, 00186 Rome Entry is flexible (9:00 - 17:00), but it must be used on the same day as your Vatican Museums ticket. *Pantheon* (If Included) Entrance address: Pantheon – Piazza della Rotonda, 00186 Rome Entry to the Pantheon must be scheduled in advance. We will contact you after booking to coordinate your preferred time and date. Please Note: -This is not your entry ticket. The Viator/Tripadvisor voucher is a booking confirmation only. -No refunds or changes are allowed. All tickets are non-refundable and non-modifiable. -Dress code: Shoulders and knees must be covered. Sections of the museums, including the Sistine Chapel, may close without notice. No partial refunds will be provided.
