St. Peter's Basilica Dome to Underground Grottoes Tour

4.7 (216 reviews) Rome, Italy
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Duration2h
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LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers

Overview

Discover St. Piter's Basilica ( one of the finest cathedrals) on a guided tour small group with a professional art historian. Enjoy a rare bird's- eye view over Rome with this tour that's includes a climb to the top of it's dome.

Options

PORTUGUESE TOUR
Italian Group Tour max 30 pax
Spanish Group of Max 30 people
English Group of Max 30 people
English Group max. 10 people

SMALL GROUP ENGLISH TOUR: Small group tour (Maximum 10 participants) with an English speaking guide.

French Group of Max. 30 people
German Group of Max. 30 people

What's included

  • Tour guide
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Good quality headsets
  • Dome tickets by elevetor
  • Transportation is not included
  • Skip the line

What to expect

  1. St. Peter's Square
    10m
    The most famous and the biggest square of the Vatican City. In the middle of the huge square enjoy the Obelisk from Egypt (over 2500 years old) Start your tour in St. Peters Square and perceive the all-embracing character of its majestic architecture. Understand the game of visual effects as were thought by its designer, Bernini, and find the two "special" spots in the square.
  2. The Vatican Grottoes
    15m
    Enjoy a visit to the Papal Grottoes, the vast crypt under St. Peter's Basilica. Built 3 meters below the level of the Basilica, they are located just under the great altar in the middle of the central nave. Here, you can see where hundreds of popes and members of royalty have been buried since the 11th century.
  3. St. Peter's Basilica
    40m
    After entering the Basilica, you will discover the beautiful artworks that fill its space. While walking on the colorful marbles, you will be mesmerized by the enormous dimension of the building and the ceilings entirely covered in gold. Here the guide will take you through the main highlights. You will discover the incredible Papal Altar under Bernini's Baldachin, and marvel at Michelangelo's other timeless masterpiece, La Pietà, as you explore the most important church in the Christian world.
  4. St. Peter's Basilica
    40m · Admission ticket included
    From the highest point within vatican, admire breathtaking and panoramic views of the city, including the vatican gardens below. Keep your camera ready to click beautiful panoramic views.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide 15 minutes before, outside the activity provider's office in Via del Mascherino 88. The meeting point is just a 2-minute walk from St. Peter's Basilica.

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

Cancellation policy

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

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