St Peters Basilica Guided Tour and Vatican Grottoes Small Group

Rome, Italy
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Duration2h
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LanguagesPortuguese, English, Italian, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Explore St. Peter’s Basilica with an expert guide and discover the Vatican Grottoes, including the Tomb of St. Peter.

Your journey begins in the breathtaking St. Peter’s Square, embraced by Bernini’s iconic colonnade — a masterpiece symbolizing the Church’s welcoming arms. Here, your expert guide will introduce you to the history and secrets of Vatican City.

Step inside St. Peter’s Basilica, the largest church in the world, and admire its extraordinary beauty. See Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s magnificent bronze Baldachin towering over the Papal Altar.

But this experience goes beyond what most visitors see.

Descend into the solemn Vatican Grottoes beneath the Basilica. This sacred space is home to the tombs of Popes and the revered Tomb of St. Peter, the foundation of the Catholic Church.

Led by a knowledgeable guide, this tour offers a deeper understanding of the art, history, and spirituality of the Vatican.

What's included

  • Guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica
  • Access to St. Peter’s Basilica
  • Access to the Vatican Grottoes
  • Professional licensed guide
  • Skip-the-line access (security check required)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect

  1. St. Peter's Basilica
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    St. Peter’s Basilica, the largest church in the world, and prepare to be amazed by its extraordinary beauty. Admire Michelangelo’s moving Pietà, one of the most powerful sculptures in history, and gaze up at Bernini’s magnificent bronze Baldachin towering over the Papal Altar.
  2. The Vatican Grottoes
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Descend into the solemn and atmospheric Vatican Grottoes, located beneath the Basilica. This sacred underground space is home to the tombs of Popes and the revered Tomb of St. Peter, the very foundation of the Catholic Church.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Via della Conciliazione, in front of the shop “Mondo Cattolico”.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
Your guide will be waiting for you outside the shop.

End point

Via della Conciliazione, in front of the shop “Mondo Cattolico”.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
Your guide will be waiting for you outside the shop.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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