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Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica + Tombs of the Popes and Caves
Roma
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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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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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica with a more in-depth and comprehensive guided tour, designed for those who want to take the time. The tour begins in St. Peter's Square, where you will discover the symbolic significance of Bernini's colonnade and its fountains, a monumental embrace that welcomes millions of visitors each year. Entering the Basilica, you can admire absolute masterpieces such as Michelangelo’s famous Pietà and Bernini’s majestic canopy, as well as the imposing central nave that tells the greatness of the Church. During the visit, the Guide will also tell the stories of the four famous women buried inside the Basilica, fascinating figures who intertwine power, devot...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Italian & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Italian & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional Guide. Earphones to clearly listen to the Guide inside the Basilica
meals
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza Papa Pio XII
Meeting point Piazza Pio XII in front of the "Gran Caffè Rossetti". Guide carries a sign saying "Hermes Travel Europe".
Participants must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes in advance.
Return
Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica + Tombs of the Popes and Caves
Roma
What's Included
Professional Guide. Earphones to clearly listen to the Guide inside the Basilica
meals
About
Explore the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica with a more in-depth and comprehensive guided tour, designed for those who want to take the time. The tour begins in St. Peter's Square, where you will discover the symbolic significance of Bernini's colonnade and its fountains, a monumental embrace that welcomes millions of visitors each year. Entering the Basilica, you can admire absolute masterpieces such as Michelangelo’s famous Pietà and Bernini’s majestic canopy, as well as the imposing central nave that tells the greatness of the Church. During the visit, the Guide will also tell the stories of the four famous women buried inside the Basilica, fascinating figures who intertwine power, devot...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Italian & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in Italian & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza Papa Pio XII
Meeting point Piazza Pio XII in front of the "Gran Caffè Rossetti". Guide carries a sign saying "Hermes Travel Europe".
Participants must arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes in advance.
Return
Itinerary
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St. Peter's Square
In St. Peter's Square travelers will be welcomed by the unique atmosphere of the heart of Christianity. Here the Guide will accompany them to observe Bernini's magnificent colonnade, explaining its symbolism: a scenic embrace designed to envelop the faithful, pilgrims and visitors from all over the world. They will admire the elegant twin fountains, listening to the story of their history and the function they had in the life of the square.
Participants will understand how this immense space was designed to impress, orient and celebrate the encounter between man and the divine. Between perspectives, geometries and architectural details, the Guide will offer an engaging reading of the square, preparing travelers to enter the Basilica and discover its artistic and spiritual heritage.
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St. Peter's Basilica
Inside the Basilica, travelers will discover some of the most extraordinary masterpieces of sacred art. The Guide will lead them in front of Michelangelo's Pietà, offering an engaging tale of its history and significance. They will then admire Bernini’s majestic canopy and the imposing nave, understanding the symbolism and architecture that have made this basilica a unique place in the world. During the visit, participants will also hear the fascinating stories of the four famous women buried in the basilica, a little-known part but rich in history and mystery.
1 hour
3
Vatican Grottoes
The visit continues in the Vatican Caves, the large underground space of the basilica. Here travellers will explore the tombs of popes and saints, immersing themselves in a silent and evocative environment that holds centuries of memory and spirituality. The Guide will illustrate the role of the Caves in the Christian tradition and the link with the Apostle Peter, offering a historical context that enriches the understanding of the entire complex.
