Discover the wonders of St. Peter's Basilica on a guided tour that combines history, art, and breathtaking views. Meet your guide in St. Peter's Square and enjoy a seamless start as you are escorted to the Basilica.
Inside, admire world-famous masterpieces such as Michelangelo's *Pietà* and Bernini's magnificent Baldachin, the bronze canopy standing above the Papal Altar and the traditional tomb of St. Peter. With personal radios and headsets, you'll hear every fascinating story and detail clearly throughout the tour.
Continue your experience with access to the iconic Dome, choosing between an elevator-assisted ascent or the full staircase climb. At the top, enjoy spectacular panoramic views over Vatican City and Rome. Explore the Vatican underground corridor and uncover hidden spaces that reveal centuries of history beneath the Basilica.
This unforgettable 2.5-hour experience offers expert guidance, remarkable artworks, and stunning views at the heart of the Vatican.
Options
With Elevator
Ticket To Basilica(NO Dome)
Only Basilica Entry (no dome)
With Stairs
What's included
Digital Audio guide through smartphone
Entry Ticket to the St peters basilica.
Entry to the Underground tombs
Entry Ticket to the Dome with Stairs or Elevator. (Depends on selected option)
Live guide
Headphones
What to expect
St. Peter's Square
20m · Admission ticket included
Explore the magnificence of St. Peter’s Basilica with a flexible audio-guided experience designed for independent travelers. Your journey begins with hosted assistance at the meeting point, where our staff will welcome you and accompany you to the Basilica entrance for a smooth and stress-free start
Fontane di Piazza San Pietro
10m · Admission ticket included
Explore the magnificence of St. Peter’s Basilica with a flexible audio-guided experience designed for independent travelers. Your journey begins with hosted assistance at the meeting point, and directly enter to the square with two historically significant fountains and obelisk at the centre of the square.
St. Peter's Basilica
10m · Admission ticket included
Explore the world's largest church at your own pace with a comprehensive audio guide, unveiling the stories behind masterpieces such as Michelangelo's Pietà and Bernini's spectacular Baldachin, the bronze canopy towering above the Papal Altar and the traditional resting place of St. Peter.
La Pieta
10m · Admission ticket included
Michelangelo's Pietà is one of the most celebrated masterpieces of the Renaissance, depicting the Virgin Mary holding the body of Christ with extraordinary beauty, emotion, and artistic precision.
Baldacchino di San Pietro, Di Bernini
10m · Admission ticket included
Standing nearly 30 meters high above the Papal Altar, Bernini's magnificent bronze Baldachin is a masterpiece of Baroque art and marks the sacred site traditionally believed to be the tomb of St. Peter.
The Vatican Grottoes
20m · Admission ticket included
Continue your journey through the Vatican underground corridor, discovering hidden spaces that reveal the Basilica's fascinating past.
30m · Admission ticket included
Climb to the top of St. Peter's Dome for spectacular panoramic views of Vatican City and Rome. Admire the Basilica's impressive interior from above before reaching one of the city's most breathtaking viewpoints.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
St. Peter's Square
Borgo Santo Spirito, Piazza Papa Pio XII, Vatican City, 00120, Italy
