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St. Peter's Basilica with a fountain in the foreground. 1
A grand, ornate ceiling with intricate patterns and gold accents. 2
A bridge over a river with boats, a large dome-shaped building, and trees in the background. 3
The Vatican City with St. Peter's Square and the Vatican Museums. 4
St. Peter's Square surrounded by historic buildings. 5
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Free cancellation available
Price is P 2,847 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Explore St. Peter’s Basilica on a guided tour with an expert guide
    • Admire Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s iconic Baldachin
    • Visit the Papal Tombs beneath the Basilica and learn about their history
    • Learn about the history of Vatican City and St. Peter’s Basilica
    • Choose to climb St. Peter’s Dome independently after the tour

Activity location

    • Rome
    • Rome, Lazio, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Piazza del Risorgimento, 00192 Roma RM, Italia | At the GREEN KIOSK BAR, you will find an orange flag, and our team next to it.
    • Roma, Lazio, Italy

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Vatican City: St. Peter’s Basilica Tour (NO DOME)

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English

this activity provvides a small guided tour of the basilica of st. Peter, and does not include the access to teh St. Peter's Dome.

Price details
P 2,846.57 x 1 AdultP 2,846.57
Total
Price is P 2,846.57

Vatican City: St. Peter’s Basilica Tour with Dome Option

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Price details
P 2,917.73 x 1 AdultP 2,917.73
Total
Price is P 2,917.73

Vatican City: St. Peter’s Basilica Private Tour with Dome

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English

This activity guarantees full access to St. Peter's Basilica and the dome of the basilica including the papal tombs and the underground, all accompanied by a private guide.

Price details
P 28,465.66 x 1 AdultP 28,465.66
Total
Price is P 28,465.66

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica
  • Inclusions
    Expert guide
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Michelangelo’s Pietà
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Bernini’s Baldachin
  • Inclusions
    Visit to Papal Tombs
  • Inclusions
    Assistance from team throughout the experience
  • Inclusions
    Hosted meeting point
  • Exclusions
    Trasportation service
  • Exclusions
    Dome climb ticket not included (to buy on site)

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Luggage or large bags, Shorts, Sleeveless shirts
    • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • Meet your guide at Piazza del Risorgimento and walk together toward St. Peter’s Square and the entrance to the Basilica. Pass through the Vatican security checkpoint before entering the Basilica.

    Once inside, enjoy a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica led by an expert guide. Discover the extraordinary history, architecture, and masterpieces that make this monument one of the most visited religious sites in the world.

    During your visit, admire Michelangelo’s renowned Pietà, one of the most celebrated sculptures ever created. Continue through the Basilica to see Bernini’s magnificent Baldachin, the monumental bronze canopy that rises above the Papal Altar and the tomb of St. Peter. Your guide will also lead you to the Papal Tombs, where many Popes have been laid to rest over the centuries.

    Throughout the tour, learn about the history of the Vatican, the construction of the Basilica, and the remarkable artists and architects who contributed to its creation.

    The guided tour concludes inside the Basilica. If you have selected the Dome Climb option, you will be accompanied to the entrance of St. Peter’s Dome, where you may begin your ascent independently and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views over Vatican City and Rome.

Location

Activity location

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    • Rome
    • Rome, Lazio, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Piazza del Risorgimento, 00192 Roma RM, Italia | At the GREEN KIOSK BAR, you will find an orange flag, and our team next to it.
    • Roma, Lazio, Italy