St Peter's Basilica, Papal Tombs Tour, optional Dome

4.2 (5 reviews) Rome, Italy
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Duration2h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers
Skip the linePriority entrance

Overview

Visit St. Peter's Basilica with our and marvel its beauty .
Access to the Papal tombs & enjoy an optional climb the Dome of Michelangelo for a great panoramic views of Rome.

Start your journey from our office & enjoy a guided tour with a friendly expert guide. Once in St. Peters' square you’ll admire t the baroque giant white columns with a shape of two arms designed by Bernini.
Enter St. Peter’s Basilica, discover hidden stories of Bernini's Baldachin & the "Catedra" of St. Peter's, learn about the "Pieta" sculpted by Michelangelo at a young age & admire the Michelangelo's Dome decorated with amazing mosaics.
If option selected, after your guided tour, you can enjoy a climb of 326 steps to reach the top of St. Peter's Dome & enjoy one of the best top views of the Vatican city and Rome city.
You will feel to be at the top of the world.

Definitely a once in a lifetime experience!

Options

English tour with dome access

Includes the Dome

English tour
Spanish tour with Dome access

Includes the Dome

Spanish tour

What's included

  • Professional guide
  • Headsets for groups of at least 5 people
  • Entry ticket- St. Peter's Dome (if option selected)
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect

  1. St. Peter's Basilica
    30m
    You will enter the amazing St. Peter's Basilica, where you will have the chance to admire very famous artists' works of art. Among these many artists, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Bernini worked on this project. Michelangelo gave his contribution with the astonishing statue of the Pietà; Bernini created the marvelous Altar of the Chair of St. Peter and the Baldachin. Enjoy these masterpieces, while your guide will tell you about the history and curiosities connected to this unique Basilica.
  2. The Vatican Grottoes
    20m
    The crypt located 3 meters below the altar in the middle of St. Peter's Basilica's central nave
  3. St. Peter's Square
    20m
    Marvel at the greatness of St. Peter's Square right in front of the church
  4. St. Peter's Basilica
    20m · Admission ticket included
    St. Peter's Dome

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is at the local partner's office.By metro (Line A), get off at Ottaviano. The Ottaviano metro stop is only a 10-minute walk to the office. Please note that St. Peter's Square is not the meeting point.

End point

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • All guests must present a valid photo ID at the security checkpoint.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Latecomers will not be allowed in and no refunds will be issued.
  • Dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered at all times while inside Vatican premises.
  • Access to St. Peter’s Basilica may be limited or suspended without prior notice due to religious ceremonies

Cancellation policy

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

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