St.Peter’s Basilica, Papal tomb, Grottoes tour & Dome access

Rome, Italy
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Duration2h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Discover the spiritual, artistic, and architectural wonders of St. Peter's Basilica on a guided private or group tour. Built over the original church commissioned by Emperor Constantine, the present Basilica is a masterpiece of Renaissance and Baroque architecture, shaped by legends including Michelangelo, Bernini, Bramante, and Maderno. Walk through the magnificent nave, admire richly decorated chapels, and learn the stories behind iconic treasures such as Michelangelo's Pietà, Bernini's Baldachin, the Papal Altar, and the Altar of the Confession. Visit the Vatican Grottoes, where many Popes are buried near the tomb of Saint Peter. For an even more memorable experience, upgrade with optional access to Michelangelo's Dome. Enjoy elevator access to the terrace, then climb the remaining steps to the summit for breathtaking panoramic views over Vatican City.

Options

SPANISH St.Peter Basilica + Dome

Basilica + Dome: This tour option includes guided tour of Saint Peter’s Basilica in SPANISH and Dome access (guided tour of Dome not included)

FRENCH St.peter Basilica + Dome

Basilica + Dome: This tour option includes guided tour of Saint Peter’s Basilica in FRANCH and Dome access (guided tour of Dome not included)

ENGLISH St.peter Basilica + Dome

Basilica + Dome: This tour option includes guided tour of Saint Peter’s Basilica in ENGLISH and Dome access (guided tour of Dome not included)

FRENCH St. Peter Basilica Tour

Dome not included: This tour option includes Group tour of Saint Peter’s Basilica in FRENCH, dome is not included.

SPANISH St.Peter Basilica Tour

Dome not included: This tour option includes Group tour of Saint Peter’s Basilica in SPANISH, dome is not included.

ENGLISH St. Peter's Basilica

Tour without Dome access: This tour option includes Group tour of Saint Peter’s Basilica in ENGLISH, dome is not included.

Private St.Peter Basilica + Dome

Dome Access included

Private St.Peter’s Basilica

Dome not included

What's included

  • Dome Climb with elevator access to terrace level (if option selected)
  • St. Peter’s Basilica access with all options
  • Private guide (if option selected)
  • Papal tomb access with all options
  • La Pieta access with all options
  • Licenced Guide with all options
  • Vatican Grottoes access with all options
  • Guided tour of Dome
  • Food and drink
  • Transportation to the meeting point

What to expect

  1. St. Peter's Square
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, Saint Peter's Square is the grand ceremonial entrance to St. Peter's Basilica, framed by majestic colonnades that symbolize the Church's welcoming embrace.
    At its center stands an ancient Egyptian obelisk, surrounded by elegant fountains, creating one of the world's most iconic gathering places for papal ceremonies and pilgrims.
  2. St. Peter's Basilica
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Accompanied by your guide, explore one of the world's most magnificent churches, following a journey through centuries of faith, history, and artistic achievement. Walk along the grand nave, admire the richly decorated chapels, and discover the stories behind some of the Vatican’s most treasured masterpiece.
  3. La Pieta
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Highlights of your visit include Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s monumental Baldachin, the Papal Altar, the Altar of the Confession, and breathtaking views beneath Michelangelo’s majestic Dome. Your guide will reveal the fascinating history of St. Peter’s Basilica, from the tomb of Saint Peter himself to the vision of the Popes who transformed this sacred site into the heart of Catholicism.
  4. The Vatican Grottoes
    15m · Admission ticket included
    The tour also includes a visit to the Vatican Grottoes, where many Popes are buried and where pilgrims from around the world come to pay their respects near the tomb of Saint Peter, the Prince of the Apostles.
  5. Cupola del Vaticano
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    For an even more unforgettable experience, upgrade your tour with OPTIONAL ACCESS to St. Peter’s Dome. Ascend to the interior gallery for a close-up view of the Dome’s extraordinary mosaics before continuing to the highest point in Vatican City.

    Benefit from elevator access to the terrace level, allowing you to skip approximately 231 steps of the climb. From there, only 320 steps remain to reach the summit, where spectacular panoramic views of Vatican City, Rome, and the surrounding countryside await.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point : Galleria San Pietro - Souvenirs and Religious Objects, Largo del Colonnato, 5, 00193 Roma RM.

End point

Meeting point : Galleria San Pietro - Souvenirs and Religious Objects, Largo del Colonnato, 5, 00193 Roma RM.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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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