⭐ Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition allows guests to admire Michelangelo's masterpieces up close like never before. After making its way through Shanghai, Chicago, Phoenix, Berlin, Vienna, and many other cities around the world, this experience is coming to Vancouver at last!
🚨 Final dates: the exhibition has been extended by popular demand and will be in Vancouver until February 20. Don't miss out! 🚨
Availability
🟠 February: Very limited Availability
Official Tickets
🎫 Standard Access - includes entry to the exhibition
- Adult (ages 13+)
- Child (ages 4–12)
- Senior (65+), Student, or Military (must present valid ID)
- Family Bundle (min. 4 people, of which max. 2 adults)
- Group Bundle (min. 15 people)
🎫 VIP Access - includes entry to the exhibition, skip-the-line access, smart-phone audio guide and a poster
- VIP Adult (ages 13+)
- VIP Child (ages 4–12)
Highlights
🎨 Gain an up-close understanding of the artistic mastery and inspiration behind Michelangelo's brilliant works of art in the Sistine Chapel
👨🎨 Surround yourself in the artist's masterpieces under a life-size perspective
📽️ One-of-a-kind experience! Brought to you by the organizers of the finest in themed exhibitions such as Star Trek, King Tut, Titanic, Frida Kahlo, Michael Jackson and more
✨ True to size, hands-free, and perfect for our socially-distant yet innovative world
General Info
📅 Date: various dates available )(select during purchase)
🕒 Opening hours: Wednesdays to Sunday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. The last entry time is at 7 p.m.
👤 Age requirement: all ages! Children under 4 enter free of charge
📍 Location: East Exhibit Hall C - East Building, Vancouver Convention Centre (999 Canada Place)
♿ Accessibility: the exhibition is wheelchair accessible
🎧 Audio guide: Guests are encouraged to bring headphones in order to enjoy the audio guide (available through QR codes)
❓ Please consult the FAQs of this experience here
✔️ Safety measures: as per the Provincial Health Authority mandate, guests must show proof of full vaccination accompanied by valid government issue photo ID. Properly fitted masks must be worn at all times while in the building
Description
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition showcases the awe and wonder of arguably one of mankind’s greatest artistic achievements, while allowing its visitors to experience this art from an up-close, life-size, and never-before-seen perspective. With special expertise and care, the ceiling paintings from the Sistine Chapel have been reproduced in a truly unique way using licensed high definition photos. Brought to life using a special printing technique that emulates the look and feel of the original paintings, visitors are given a chance to engage with the artwork in ways that were never before possible: seeing every detail, every brushstroke, and every color of the artist’s 34 frescoes. Each image is accompanied by informative signage, and audio guides are available to rent for an even more in-depth experience. This globally successful exhibition is an innovative and unique interpretation of Michelangelo’s timeless masterpiece. Whether visitors have already been to the Sistine Chapel or not, everyone can admire the artwork up close, at their own pace, and with the ability to capture photographic memories of this iconic work.
Reviews
💬 Ray E. - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Thoroughly enjoyed the Michaelangelo exhibit! The extra-large displays and the slide show were terrific."
💬 Nicole P. - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "It was fantastic! I enjoyed seeing how big Michelangelo painted them, these are almost to size. And the story behind each fresco. It was very informational and truly enjoyable!"
💬 Roni M. - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I’ve wanted to visit the Sistine Chapel since childhood. Having a chance to view the life-sized paintings up close was amazing!"