Grant yourself access to one of the most beautiful and holy places in the world, center of the Catholic church and precious collection of treasures and art.
Explore St. Peter's Basilica with a local expert and admire the masterworks by the greatest Renaissance and Baroque artists, like Michelangelo and Gian Lorenzo Bernini.
The tour includes a visit of the Tombs of the Popes. You will learn about fascinating stories of Pontiffs and Saints and see the ruins of the old Basilica of Constantine.
If you like, after the tour ends, you have the once in a lifetime opportunity of attending the mass inside the Basilica.
You can also continue the visit on your own and purchase the tickets to climb up to the magnificent Basilica's dome and enjoy a beautiful view of the Eternal City.
Options
Dome visit
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Expert Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican
What's included
Opportunity of attending the mass
Licensed guide
Access to St. Peter's Basilica
Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and the Tombs of the Popes
Gratuities
What to expect
St. Peter's Square
20m
The meeting point is right in the heart of St. Peter's Square, near the Obelisk. Look around to take a careful look at the beautiful surroundings of the square and discover their past and secrets thanks to your expert guide.
St. Peter's Basilica
1h 10m
Enter inside the Basilica, discover its history and wander around to admire the unique decorations, statues and architecture.
See the colorful marbles, the mosaics and the golden ceilings
Take you time to appreciate the wonderful Renaissance and Baroque- style works you see, like the stunning Canopy, a stunning altar by Bernini and the renowned Pietà of Michelangelo.
Explore the Tombs of the Popes, visit the tomb of Pope John Paul II and of St. Peter himself.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Look for your guide in front of the Euroclero shop.
End point
The tour will end outside St. Peter's Basilica.
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
