Scavi (excavations) St. Peter's Tomb and St. Peters Basilica

Duration3h

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

Pre-tour introduction covering the history of the Vatican and the highlights of St. Peter’s Basilica, helping you better understand the significance of the sites you’ll visit.

The exclusive Scavi Tour beneath St. Peter’s Basilica, where you’ll explore ancient burial sites and visit the traditional tomb of Saint Peter — one of the Vatican’s most unique areas, normally closed to the public.

Skip-the-line access to St. Peter’s Basilica, allowing you to enter the world-famous church without the long wait. Inside, admire masterpieces by Michelangelo and Bernini, including the iconic Pietà.

Optional Dome climb for panoramic views over Vatican City and Rome, plus a closer look at the basilica’s mosaics and architecture.

What's included

reservation of Scavi tour
45-minute pre-tour introduction
St. Peter's Basilica Tour ( self guided with pre recorded information)
Tombs of Popes under St. Peter's Basilica

Necropoli Di San Pietro pre-bookd by us at Euro 25

What to expect

St. Peter's Square
10m

Meet our staff at St. Peter's Square within splendid Bernini's Colonnade and stop for a photo by the Bronze Doors, the ceremonial Vatican entrance, guarded by the Swiss Guards
St. Peter's Basilica
40m

Re-enter St. Peter's Basilica to continue with the guided tour. See the highlights of the church including Bernini's “Baldacchino” and Michelangelo's “Pietà” Your guided tour will end inside St. Peter's and you may stay on for your further private exploration
St. Peter's Basilica
10m

Enter St. Peter's Basilica with skip line pass and walk through the lower level of St. Peter's Basilica lined with tombs of Pope's
The Necropolis of Saint Peter
1h 30m · Admission ticket not included

Visit ancient Roman cemetery with tombs and preserved decorations
from the 1st century AD. Learn why St. Peter was martyred at Nero's Circus in 64 AD and why he was buried at the Roman cemetery on the slope of the Vatican hill, later covered by the construction of the first Vatican basilica at the time of emperor Constantine. Pay respect at St. Peter's Tomb excavated together with the necropolis over 80 years ago under Pope Pius XII. This is the most exclusive Vatican tour with fewer than 100 permits granted per day.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting place is OUTSIDE hotl Palazzo Cardinal Cesi, few steps from St. Peter's Square. You must arrive 30 minuts before scheduled starting time, the time necessary to get through Vatican security, and Swiss Guards check point. There is way to reconnct with guide nce past scurity

End point

The meeting place is OUTSIDE hotl Palazzo Cardinal Cesi, few steps from St. Peter's Square. You must arrive 30 minuts before scheduled starting time, the time necessary to get through Vatican security, and Swiss Guards check point. There is way to reconnct with guide nce past scurity

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour is no available for children under 15

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

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