Opening Days Vatican Museums
Opening days and times Vatican Museums
From Monday to Saturday
8.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m. with last admission at 5.00 p.m.
Friday and Saturday
8.00 am - 8.00 pm (last entrance 6.00 pm)
Every last Sunday of the month Free admission.
9.00 pm - 2.00 pm (last admission at 12.30 pm).
Closing days of the Vatican Museums 2024
The Vatican Museums remain closed on 1 and 6 January, 19 March, 1 April, 1 May, 29 June, 14 and 16 August, 1 November and 25, 26 December.
The best time to visit the Vatican Museums
Each year the Vatican Museums receive more than six million visitors and certainly the Sistine Chapel is the most visited Vatican treasure.
The best time to visit the Vatican Museums is early in the morning before opening time or around 1:00 pm on weekdays.
Book your visit online and choose the time you prefer.
Can you visit the Vatican Museums on a sunday?
Yes, the Vatican Museums are open on the last Sunday of the month. It's important to note that while admission is free, the Vatican Museums are closed on other Sundays. Sundays can be particularly crowded, so planning ahead can help avoid long waits. It's also advisable to check the opening hours and any exceptional closures before your visit.