Your experience
Save time and enjoy double the discovery with timed entry to both Castel Gandolfo’s Apostolic Palace and the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel.
Getting started
At the Apostolic Palace in Castel Gandolfo, present your ticket at the main entrance for validation and a quick security check. For the Vatican Museums, arrive at your reserved time, show your mobile voucher, and proceed directly past the ticket counter and security.
What to expect
Castel Gandolfo Apostolic Palace
This historic papal residence offers a rare glimpse into the private world of the Vatican outside Rome, set in the heart of a charming lakeside town.
• Papal apartments: Explore rooms once reserved for popes, filled with period furnishings and portraits that showcase centuries of Vatican history.
• Secret gardens: Enjoy exclusive access to a tranquil, meticulously maintained garden; an oasis of calm rarely open to the public.
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Step into one of the world’s most celebrated art collections, spanning treasures from ancient Rome to the High Renaissance.
• Vatican Museums: Explore the galleries lined with ornate tapestries, ancient sculptures, and masterpieces like the Gallery of Maps, each room telling a story of art and empire.
• Sistine Chapel: Stand beneath Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes, including the “Last Judgment” and “Creation of Adam,” in a space that has inspired visitors for generations.
• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
• Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
19th August to 31st Dec
Whole Year
Mar - 20th Dec
5 apr to 31 dec
annual operating schedule
Non-refundable
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