Vatican Catacombs and Basilica: St. Peter’s Tomb Underground Tour

Duration2h - 3h

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Discover the hidden heart of the Vatican on this exclusive underground tour, strictly limited to only a few visitors per day. This rare experience grants you privileged access to the Vatican Catacombs and Roman Necropolis, a sacred area located deep beneath St. Peter’s Basilica.

Walk along ancient Roman burial streets lined with pagan and early Christian tombs as your expert guide reveals the secrets of this underground world. Visit the site traditionally believed to be St. Peter’s Tomb, the burial place of the Apostle and the spiritual foundation of the Christian Church — a once-in-a-lifetime privilege.
After your underground visit, enjoy a VIP skip-the-line entrance directly into St. Peter’s Basilica. Continue with a guided tour inside the Basilica, the largest church in the world and a masterpiece of Renaissance art.
Admire Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s majestic Baldachin, and richly decorated chapels.

Due to extremely limited availability, early booking is strongly recommended.

Options

CATACOMBS TOUR ONLY

Vatican Catacombs & Basilica

SKIP THE LINE ENTRANCE: SKIP THE LINE ENTRANCE
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Small Group Tour: Max 10 People

What's included

Small-group experience for a more intimate visit
VIP skip-the-line entrance to St. Peter’s Basilica
Guided tour inside St. Peter’s Basilica (if the option is selected)
All reservation and entrance fees
Visit to St. Peter’s Tomb
Professional licensed guide
Exclusive access to the Vatican Necropolis

Food & Drink
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not suitable for children under 10 years old.

What to expect

The Necropolis of Saint Peter
1h · Admission ticket included

St. Peter’s Necropolis
Hidden beneath St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican Necropolis is an ancient Roman burial ground dating back to the 1st–4th centuries AD. It features original funerary streets lined with pagan and early Christian tombs and is traditionally believed to house the Tomb of Saint Peter, the Apostle. Access is extremely limited, making it one of the most exclusive and sacred sites in the Vatican.
St. Peter's Basilica
1h · Admission ticket included

St. Peter’s Basilica
St. Peter’s Basilica is the largest church in the world and one of the greatest masterpieces of Renaissance art and architecture. Built over the Tomb of Saint Peter, it features iconic works such as Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s majestic Baldachin, and richly decorated chapels that reflect centuries of faith, devotion, and artistic genius.
St. Peter's Square
15m · Admission ticket included

St. Peter’s Square
St. Peter’s Square is the grand monumental plaza in front of St. Peter’s Basilica, designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini in the 17th century. Surrounded by majestic colonnades, it symbolizes the welcoming arms of the Church and is one of the most iconic and awe-inspiring squares in the world.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting Point: Largo del Colonnato, 5, in front of the Galleria San Pietro Shop (near St. Peter's Square). Your guide and our staff will be there to welcome you.
Please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure to ensure a smooth check-in.
For assistance, please call +39 328 001 0018.

End point

Additional information

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meeting Point: Largo del Colonnato, 5, in front of the Galleria San Pietro Shop (near St. Peter's Square). Your guide and our staff will be there to welcome you. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure to ensure a smooth check-in. For assistance, please call +39 328 001 0018.
Most travelers can participate. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Not suitable for children under 10 years old.
All participants must carry a valid identification document (passport or ID) to enter the sites. Entry may be denied without a valid document, with no refund.
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
There is no refund on reservation fees and tickets of monuments that are closed due to event that is out of our control.
If this is not possible, we will operate the tour and will include other sites to compensate for the site/s being closed. No refund is given on unused tickets due to events that are out of our control.
Customers have a mandatory meeting time stated 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time due to managing and organizational reasons.If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
Cancellations, changes or issues due, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with on an individual basis but are the responsibility of the monument.
Small group tour (max 15 people). A maximum of 10 people per booking.
The catacomb temperature is about 60°F and the moisture content is high; please dress appropriately
Without notice the Basilica or parts of it can be closed for unforeseeable events. In this case, partial refund can be requested.
It is forbidden to remove any object and/or material
No photos allowed

Cancellation policy

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

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