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Rome: St. Peter’s Basilica, Dome Climb, and Underground Tour
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Vatican City
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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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please select the right option for the Dome climb or no Dome climb option
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We offer a variety of tour options to suit your preferences: Italian Regular Tour (No Dome), German Regular Tour (No Dome), French Regular Tour (No Dome), Spanish Regular Tour (No Dome), English Regular Tour (No Dome), German Tour with Dome Climb, Italian Tour with Dome Climb, French Tour with Dome Climb, Spanish Tour with Dome Climb, English Tour with Dome Climb
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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St. Peter's Basilica, located within Vatican City, is a symbol of religious devotion and architectural grandeur. A guided tour of this iconic basilica provides an immersive encounter with its historical, artistic, and spiritual dimensions. Marvel at the Renaissance and Baroque architecture of this monumental church, including the awe-inspiring dome designed by Michelangelo. Explore a treasure trove of masterpieces by renowned artists such as Michelangelo's "Pieta" and Bernini's "Baldacchino." Discover the religious importance of St. Peter's Basilica as the burial site of St. Peter and a hub for major papal ceremonies. Descend into the Vatican Grottoes to pay homage to the tombs of popes a...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica
Headsets to clearly hear your guide
Entry tickets to the Dome. IF OPTION SELECTED
Professional and Licenced Guide
Entry to Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza della Città Leonina, 2
The coordinator will wait for you at '' Piazza della citta leonina, 2 '' with red sign written ' Kay Kay Tour ''. make sure to arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled time for check-in
Return
St. Peter's Basilica
Itinerary
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St. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Basilica is one of the holiest sites in Christianity. It is traditionally believed to be built on the burial site of Saint Peter, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and the first Bishop of Rome (Pope). The basilica holds great religious and historical importance for Catholics.
The basilica is renowned for its stunning Renaissance and Baroque architecture. It was designed by notable architects like Donato Bramante, Michelangelo, Carlo Maderno, and Gian Lorenzo Bernini.
40 minutes
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Vatican Grottoes
The Vatican Grottoes, located beneath St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, are a sacred and historically significant underground complex. This subterranean space serves as the final resting place for numerous popes, saints, and notable figures from the history of the Catholic Church. Visitors to the Vatican Grottoes can explore a labyrinth of burial chambers and tombs, including the traditional resting place of St. Peter, one of Jesus' apostles and the first Bishop of Rome (Pope). The grottoes are adorned with artistic and decorative elements that reflect the rich heritage and religious significance of the Catholic faith. Accessible to tourists and pilgrims, the Vatican Grottoes provide a unique opportunity to delve into the history of the Church and pay homage to its revered figures. These underground chambers are a place of reverence, reflection, and historical exploration, offering a deeper understanding of the enduring legacy of the Catholic Church.
20 minutes
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St. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Dome, also known as the Cupola of St. Peter's Basilica, is an iconic architectural masterpiece located in Vatican City. Designed by the renowned Renaissance artist and architect Michelangelo Buonarroti, this majestic dome is a symbol of both artistic and engineering excellence.
The dome boasts impressive dimensions, with an external diameter of approximately 42 meters (138 feet). It soars to a remarkable height of about 132 meters (434 feet) from the ground to the top of the cross.
40 minutes
Rome: St. Peter’s Basilica, Dome Climb, and Underground Tour
(404) Reviews
Vatican City
About
St. Peter's Basilica, located within Vatican City, is a symbol of religious devotion and architectural grandeur. A guided tour of this iconic basilica provides an immersive encounter with its historical, artistic, and spiritual dimensions. Marvel at the Renaissance and Baroque architecture of this monumental church, including the awe-inspiring dome designed by Michelangelo. Explore a treasure trove of masterpieces by renowned artists such as Michelangelo's "Pieta" and Bernini's "Baldacchino." Discover the religious importance of St. Peter's Basilica as the burial site of St. Peter and a hub for major papal ceremonies. Descend into the Vatican Grottoes to pay homage to the tombs of popes a...
Highlights
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 4 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica
Headsets to clearly hear your guide
Entry tickets to the Dome. IF OPTION SELECTED
Professional and Licenced Guide
Entry to Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza della Città Leonina, 2
The coordinator will wait for you at '' Piazza della citta leonina, 2 '' with red sign written ' Kay Kay Tour ''. make sure to arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled time for check-in