St. Peter's Basilica, papal tombs and Dome Climb guide tour

4.9 (12 reviews) Rome, Italy
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Duration2h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 24 travelers

Overview

Join a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica, an ancient book of wonders in Rome. Learn about the history of the church and get introduced to Vatican City.
the smallest country in the world. Explore the golden plated ceiling, optical illusions, Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s statues, and incredible mosaics, immersing yourself in a world full of magic, spirituality, and beauty.
After a thorough tour of the church, head down to the Vatican Grottoes. See the tomb of St. Peter, the final resting place of 90 popes, and the remaining columns from Constantine’s original basilica. Finish the tour to a graceful fountain with drinkable water.
Finally, enjoy the option to return inside the church and revisit what you saw, or climb the dome and soak in a panoramic view of Rome.

Options

German tour without the Dome
German tour with dome

German tour with dome

Italian tour without dome

Italian tour without dome
Duration: 2 hours

tour in Spanish with the Dome

guide full tour in Spanish
Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

French Tour without dome

French Tour without dome
Duration: 2 hours

tour in French with the Dome

full tour in French
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Spanish tour without Dome

Spanish tour without Dome
Duration: 2 hours

tour in English with the Dome

guided full tour in English
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

English tour without Dome

English tour without Dome
Duration: 2 hours

What's included

  • Private tour maximum 09 person if you select this option.
  • Visit St. Peter’s Tomb and touch the original 4th century Basilica walls
  • Visit to the Papal Tombs
  • Dome Climb (if you select this option)
  • Explore the underground grottoes and marvel at the ancient frescoes
  • Live Englis tour guide
  • In the experience is include elevator access to the DOME(if you select this option)
  • Tickets to Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel.
  • Skip the security line is not included because it's obligation for everyone .

What to expect

  1. St. Peter's Basilica
    50m · Admission ticket included
    Step inside the Basilica to encounter its breathtaking artworks. Traverse the vibrant marble floors, awestruck by the vastness of the structure and the opulent golden ceilings above.

    Guided by your expert, navigate through the main highlights. Admire the Papal Altar crowned by Bernini's majestic Baldachin and be captivated by Michelangelo's iconic masterpiece, La Pietà, in this holiest of Christian sanctuaries.
  2. The Vatican Grottoes
    35m · Admission ticket included
    The Vatican Grottoes, located beneath St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, are a sacred and historically significant underground complex. This underground space serves as the final resting place for numerous popes, saints and important figures in the history of the Catholic Church. Visitors to the Vatican Grottoes can explore a labyrinth of burial chambers and tombs, including the traditional resting place of St. Peter, one of Jesus' apostles and the first Bishop of Rome (Pope). The caves are adorned with artistic and decorative elements that reflect the rich heritage and religious significance of the Catholic faith. Accessible to tourists and pilgrims, the Vatican Grottoes offer a unique opportunity to delve into the history of the Church and pay homage to its venerated figures. These underground chambers are a place of reverence, reflection, and historical exploration, offering a deeper understanding of the enduring legacy of the Catholic Church.
  3. St. Peter's Basilica
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Then climb your way up to the top of the Dome. Enjoy a bird's-eye view over the marble floors and take an exclusive and close-up look at the mosaics of the dome.

    Go even higher to find yourself at the top balcony and be amazed by the spectacular panorama over Rome and beyond. Spot the Colosseum, the Pantheon, Castel Sant'Angelo, and other iconic monuments from the height of 136 meters. Enjoy a breathtaking view of St. Peters Square and the Vatican gardens

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Piazza della citta leonina , 5, 00193 Roma RM, Italy is opposite of St. Peter Square. The staff will wait holding our company SMART ROMA TOUR sign.

End point

Piazza San Pietro is the square in front of St. Peter's Basilica. Located on the edge of the historic center of the city of Rome, of which it is a symbol, the square is part of the independent state of Vatican City

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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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