Guided Tour of the St. Peter's Basilica and Dome (optional)
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
St. Peter's Basilica stands as a testament to Renaissance and Baroque artistry, inviting visitors to explore its sacred grandeur. Begin your tour in St. Peter’s Square, where an expert guide shares insights on Bernini’s stunning colonnade and the square’s rich history. Inside, gaze at Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s Baldachin, marveling at the exquisite mosaics. A visit to the Papal Grottoes reveals the resting place of many popes, including St. Peter. The highlight is ascending St. Peter's Dome for unparalleled views of Vatican City from 136 meters high. - Explore the historical wonders of St. Peter's Square and Basilica - View iconic artworks by Michelangelo and Bernini - Visit the solemn Papal Grottoes, resting place of popes - Ascend to St. Peter's Dome for panoramic city views at 136 meters (if included)
Inclusions
What's included
- Headsets to hear the guide clearly
- Access to the Papal Tombs (Vatican Grottoes)
- Guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica
- St. Peter's Basilica Official Dome Climb (optional)
- Professional, licensed guide
- Entry to St. Peter’s Basilica
What's not
- Tips
Itinerary
St. Peter’s Basilica St. Peter's Basilica Official Dome Climb Access to the Papal Tombs (Vatican Grottoes)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Your guide will be at the meeting point with the Viator's logo
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Rome with Silvia
- 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
- Sconsigliato a chi soffre di claustofobia
How it compares in Rome
- Its from-price is 52% below the median of the 8352 experiences we list in Rome.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Rome
Rome layers nearly three thousand years of history into one walkable city, from the Colosseum and Forum to Baroque piazzas and Vatican art.
Ancient Rome is still in plain sight. The Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill sit together at the city's heart, the Pantheon still stands with its open oculus, and fragments of temples and aqueducts turn up between apartment blocks. Across the Tiber, Vatican City holds St Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling.
Top-ranked sights in Rome: Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel.
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