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Where to buy Vatican Museums tickets
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- Allowed inside: handbags, small daypacks up to ~40 × 35 × 15 cm.
- Must be cloaked: larger backpacks, camera bags with tripods, umbrellas over 25 cm folded.
- Forbidden entirely: suitcases and rolling luggage of any size — not accepted at the cloakroom either.
Using the free cloakroom
The cloakroom is on the ground floor, immediately after security. It's free, staffed, and returns items with a paper token. Expect a 10–15 minute queue at peak times (10:30–12:30). Don't leave phones, wallets, or medication inside cloaked bags.
If you have a suitcase
Suitcases won't get through security. Options near the entrance:
- Radical Storage at Ottaviano metro — €5–€6/day, book online.
- Bounce / Nannybag partners on Via Ottaviano — same price range.
- Termini Station luggage deposit — cheapest per day but a 25-min metro ride each way.
Practical tips
- Wear a jacket rather than carry it — coats can be cloaked but rooms are cool.
- Baby strollers pass separately — see the stroller guide.
- Water bottles up to 1 L are allowed. Metal reusable bottles pass X-ray fine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Vatican Museums cloakroom free?
Yes — the cloakroom just past security is free and staffed. You leave your bag with a paper token and collect it on the way out (same location).Can I bring a suitcase to the Vatican?
No. Suitcases and rolling luggage are not accepted at security or at the cloakroom. Store them at Radical Storage near Ottaviano metro (€5–€6/day) before you arrive.What size backpack is allowed inside?
Around 40 × 35 × 15 cm — a normal daypack. Larger bags must go to the cloakroom. Camera bags with tripods are always cloaked.Can I take a water bottle in?
Yes, up to 1 litre. Reusable metal bottles pass the X-ray fine. There are refill fountains inside the courtyards.Related Vatican guides
Security Rules
What else the X-ray checks.
Entry Rules
The full list of restrictions.
Vatican with a Stroller
How stroller storage differs.
The Entrance Explained
Where the cloakroom is.
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