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The Last Judgment

Tourist attraction Painting

Michelangelo’s acclaimed, expansive 1541 fresco on the altar wall at the Sistine Chapel. People often mention Michelangelo,


Address

00120 Città del Vaticano VA, Vatican City

Website

www.thelastjudgement.org

Contact

+39 06 6988 4676

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (302 reviews)


Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Wednesday: (Vigil of Assumption Day), 9 AM to 6 PM, Hours might differ
  • Thursday: (Feast of Assumption), 9 AM to 6 PM, Hours might differ
  • Friday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Saturday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 9 AM to 6 PM

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  • 5/5 Armand A. 1 year ago on Google • 52 reviews
    The Last Judgment is a true masterpiece by Michelangelo. Its breathtaking artistry and spiritual depth make it a must-see for art enthusiasts and history buffs. The emotions it evokes are unparalleled. A cultural treasure. Taking photos isn't allowed
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 EWTN V. 2 years ago on Google • 17 reviews
    The Sistine Chapel, accessible with a ticket to the Vatican Museums, holds two of Michelangelo’s most famous works. The second Of the two is the Last Judgement frescoed onto the altar wall. It depicts the Second Coming of Christ in full glory surrounded by The angels and saints. The lower part shows the raising of the Dead. Some souls fly into heaven while others descend into hell. Jesus notably returns beardless and in the manner of ancient Greco-Roman gods and heroes. It is believed that the Belvedere Apollo in the Vatican Museums inspired Michelangelo’s reimagined design of the Risen Lord
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Erturk 5 years ago on Google • 49 reviews
    Great Michelangelo gave five years of his life for this fresco. Breathtaking. Hire a Rome tourist guide and listen all the important details if you don't have time to study it. It's forbidden to take pictures here. So I'm sorry that I couldn't take one.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Angus's C. 2 years ago on Google
    Terrible place, I was praying and got mugged by Jesus. 0/10 Would not recommend.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Woses �. 1 year ago on Google • 244 reviews
    Diese/s Bild/Bilder muss man Mal gesehen haben. Es hat etwas bedrückendes, der Gedanke den es porträtieren soll. Man wird zwar schnell wenn es voll ist durch die Sixtinische Kapelle gejagt aber man sollte sich an den Seiten kurz die Zeit nehmen und das ganze Mal Betrachten.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mysore A. 9 years ago on Google • 17 reviews
    The fresco is impressive and quite self descriptive in itself. It is huge and it is lively. In it the artist is alive even today to narrate the story of last judgement. Unforgettable, unimaginable and unbelievable painting by a greatest artist of the lifetime.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chad 3 years ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Such an inspirational place. If you ever visit the Vatican, make sure you see the Sistine Chapel and the Last Judgement. You can see Michelangelo depicted himself a few times, just to empathize everything so well.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David B. 3 months ago on Google • 432 reviews New
    Amazing

  • 5/5 Ny龙(Dragon) 7 months ago on Google • 328 reviews
    Must visit if you're in the area. The line isn't bad if you go early just don't leave the hotel too late. Public transport and stuff is easy as to get around

  • 5/5 Manny R. 6 years ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Stunning. One of the places your hear and read about your entire life. However once you see it in person you will realize the importance of the work and moved the passion required for such a piece
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Leah D. 4 years ago on Google
    This fresco is truly breathtaking. Seems like it would have taken Michelangelo longer than five years.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sergio López V. 2 months ago on Google • 186 reviews New
    El fresco más grandioso. La diferencia más importante entre el juicio final y el techo de la capilla está en la inclinación de la cabeza, el juicio final lo puedes ver por horas mientras que el techo cansa bastante.

  • 1/5 كادي �. 1 year ago on Google
    Here, the Messenger of God, Jesus, peace be upon him, will come down, break the cross, and correct the faith in the churches
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Laurenz Agustin A. 5 years ago on Google
    Nothing special, great technology but little artistic content. The actors do not speak, is an audio and they don’t even move their mouths :s I was expecting more...
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David G. 11 months ago on Google • 132 reviews
    Beautiful beautiful it’s a must see can never be repeated

  • 5/5 Gladys P. 3 months ago on Google • 6 reviews New
    Maravilloso !!

  • 4/5 Mei C. 1 year ago on Google
    Informative and adds to the overall perspective !

  • 5/5 Maksym R. 4 years ago on Google
    Can’t take pictures inside but as a souvenir you can buy postcards with this paintings


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  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance

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