Enjoy a grand beginning at the impressive Piazza to marvel at Gian Lorenzo Bernini’s imposing design. As you admire the colossal collonades and the Egyptian obelisk, you’ll learn about the fascinating background of the Basilica and its transformations through the centuries.

Michelangelo’s Pietà Throughout your walk, you’ll gaze in awe exquisite works of Renaissance art and architecture designed by Bramante, Giacomo Della Porta, and Maderno among many many others. One of the tour highlights will be, of course, the jewel of the Basilica, Michelangelo’s Pietà!

St. Peter's Statue: Discover the Medieval bronze statue of St. Peter, a truly remarkable work of art that has been kissed and touched by millions of pilgrims during the Basilica’s long and exciting history. St. Peter’s Baldachin: Standing below the enormous dome of the church you’ll marvel at the monumental canopy that marks St Peter’s tomb. As you examine Bernini’s impressive creation, you’ll gain valuable insights into its religious symbolism and detailed motifs. Vatican Grottoes Your tour ends inside the vast underground graveyard, which is home to the tombs of the rich, the famous and the holy! Discover the stories of the powerful kings, queens, popes, and saints that rest in peace in the famed Vatican Grottoes.