Saint Peter’s Basilica & Grottes Tour with Dome Access

Rome, Italy
Duration1h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Overview

Tour one of the most famous churches in the world with a licensed guide. Enjoy a headset to be able to hear the guide clearly as you move through the rooms of Saint Peter’s Basilica and the Dome. First, meet your guide outside the church. Greet and get acquainted with the guide, and get set up with your headset for the tour. As a group, head to Saint Peter’s Basilica. Then, head into the church from the Italian High Renaissance era. Learn how the independent microstate that the church is located in was created to be enclaved within the city of Rome. Hear how the plans were initially created by Pope Nicholas V in the 15th century. Next, hear about how Pope Julius II worked with Pope Nicholas V to accomplish the replacement of the initial church from the 4th century, originally constructed by Constantine the Great. Finally, after touring the magnificent halls of the Basilica, enter into the Cupola (Dome) of the church.

What's included

  • Entrance fee
  • Dome Ticket
  • Headset to listen the guide smoothly
  • Professional Live Guide
  • Food & Drinks
  • Transportation

What to expect

  1. St. Peter's Basilica
    1h
    Take a guided tour of the second-largest church in the world with a headset to hear your guide. Enjoy access to the Basilica and to the Dome for incredible city views.
  2. The Vatican Grottoes
    30m
    The Vatican Grottoes another important part in Saint Peters Basilica. As you walk through, you'll see old frescoes, colorful mosaics, sculptures, and a lot of tombs of popes and important figures. It's quiet and a bit dim, giving it a reflective feel.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is "Via Candia 131", BAR Angeli.

End point

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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