St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City is an architectural marvel and a beacon of Renaissance artistry. Dominated by Michelangelo's iconic dome, it boasts an awe-inspiring interior with gilded ceilings, intricate mosaics, and majestic sculptures, including Bernini's grandiose Baldachin. As the spiritual heart of Catholicism, it houses the revered tomb of St. Peter. The vast nave and opulent altars create a sacred ambiance, while sunlight filtering through towering windows illuminates the basilica’s divine beauty, making it a breathtaking destination for pilgrims and art lovers alike.
Highlights
2 hours and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
guided tour of Dome of St. Peter's (scavi)
guided tour St. Peter's Basilica
headphones for better hearing
guided tour of Popes tombs and area of St Peter's Tomb
gratuity
St. Peter's Basilica
Meeting Points
Departure
Via della Conciliazione, 51
outside entrance to hotel Palazzo Cardinal Cesi, 30 minutes befor schduled departure
Return
Private 2 hour guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica with Dome
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St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City is an architectural marvel and a beacon of Renaissance artistry. Dominated by Michelangelo's iconic dome, it boasts an awe-inspiring interior with gilded ceilings, intricate mosaics, and majestic sculptures, including Bernini's grandiose Baldachin. As the spiritual heart of Catholicism, it houses the revered tomb of St. Peter. The vast nave and opulent altars create a sacred ambiance, while sunlight filtering through towering windows illuminates the basilica’s divine beauty, making it a breathtaking destination for pilgrims and art lovers alike.
Highlights
2 hours and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 15 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
guided tour of Dome of St. Peter's (scavi)
guided tour St. Peter's Basilica
headphones for better hearing
guided tour of Popes tombs and area of St Peter's Tomb
gratuity
St. Peter's Basilica
Meeting Points
Departure
Via della Conciliazione, 51
outside entrance to hotel Palazzo Cardinal Cesi, 30 minutes befor schduled departure
Return
Itinerary
1
St. Peter's Square
Learn about history of Vatican from ancient times to present day
30 minutes
2
St. Peter's Basilica
visit highlights of St. Peter's Basilica including works of art of Michelangello and Gian Lorenzo Bernini
45 minutes
3
St. Peter's Basilica
Visit the tombs of Popes and th area of St. Peter's Tomb.
Learn about th excavations which led to the discovery of St. Peter's relicts.
30 minutes
4
St. Peter's Basilica
Take the elvator to the Dome by Michelangello for breathtaking views of inside and outside of th Basilica
