Vatican Museums
Complex of museums and galleries housing one of the largest and most important art collections assembled since the 16th century, featuring works from antiquity and the Renaissance. Read more…
Opening hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM–6:00 PM |
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Free for children under 7 with ID; prices may vary
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The museums form an extensive complex that preserves invaluable historical and artistic works dating back to the 16th century, assembled by various popes. The collection includes ancient Greek and Roman sculptures, paintings, and frescoes, as well as Renaissance masterpieces. Among the most notable highlights is the Sistine Chapel, renowned for its ceiling frescoes painted by Michelangelo.
The complex offers a significant cultural and religious heritage, showcasing art and artifacts that reflect centuries of Catholic history and artistic achievement. It is wheelchair accessible and provides dedicated services for visitors with disabilities. The museums are open to the public and represent one of the world's foremost cultural institutions for art, history, and religious heritage.
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