Opening Days Vatican Museums
Opening hours of the Vatican Museums
From Monday to Saturday
8.00 am - 7.00 pm (last entry at 5.00 pm
Friday and Saturday
8.00 am - 8.00 pm (last entry 6.00 pm)
Every last Sunday of the month: admission free.
9.00 pm - 2.00 pm (last entry at 12.30 pm).
Closing days of the Vatican Museums 2025
The Vatican Museums are closed on January 1st and 6th, February 11th, March 19th, April 21st, May 1st, June 29th, August 15th and 16th, November 1st, and December 8th, 25th, and 26th.
The best time to visit the Vatican Museums
The Vatican Museums receive more than six million visitors each year and the Sistine Chapel is certainly the most visited Vatican treasure.
The best time to visit the Vatican Museums is early in the morning before opening hours 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 every 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 a good idea to check the opening hours and any exceptional closures before your visit.