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Rome St. Peters Basilica Guided Tour & Dome
Vatican City
Important Information
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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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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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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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Discover the wonders of St. Peter's Basilica on a 2.5-hour guided tour led by an expert local guide. Explore one of the world's most iconic churches as centuries of history, faith, and artistic genius come to life through captivating stories and insights.
Admire extraordinary masterpieces, including Michelangelo's *Pietà* and Bernini's magnificent Baldachin, the monumental bronze canopy above the Papal Altar and the traditional tomb of St. Peter. With personal radios and headsets provided, enjoy clear commentary throughout the experience.
Enhance your visit with access to the Basilica's Dome, From the top, take in breathtaking panoramic views over Vatican City and Rome. Continue through th...
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
Radios and headphones to hear the guide clearly.
Entry to the Dome (If option selected)
Official Personal Guide
Entry to the Underground Tombs of vatican
Entry to the St Peters Basilica
Entry to the st peters square
Food and Drinks
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza della Città Leonina, 2
Find the host in front of Pizzeria Leonina with a white flag written "Royale Routes"
Return
Rome St. Peters Basilica Guided Tour & Dome
Vatican City
About
Discover the wonders of St. Peter's Basilica on a 2.5-hour guided tour led by an expert local guide. Explore one of the world's most iconic churches as centuries of history, faith, and artistic genius come to life through captivating stories and insights.
Admire extraordinary masterpieces, including Michelangelo's *Pietà* and Bernini's magnificent Baldachin, the monumental bronze canopy above the Papal Altar and the traditional tomb of St. Peter. With personal radios and headsets provided, enjoy clear commentary throughout the experience.
Enhance your visit with access to the Basilica's Dome, From the top, take in breathtaking panoramic views over Vatican City and Rome. Continue through th...
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
Radios and headphones to hear the guide clearly.
Entry to the Dome (If option selected)
Official Personal Guide
Entry to the Underground Tombs of vatican
Entry to the St Peters Basilica
Entry to the st peters square
Food and Drinks
Meeting Points
Departure
Piazza della Città Leonina, 2
Find the host in front of Pizzeria Leonina with a white flag written "Royale Routes"
Begin your journey in St. Peter’s Square, where your guide will introduce the genius of Bernini’s colonnade and the symbolic significance of this grand piazza.
30 minutes
2
Fontane di Piazza San Pietro
Begin your journey in St. Peter’s Square, where your guide will introduce the genius of Bernini’s colonnade, the fountains and the symbolic significance of this grand piazza
15 minutes
3
St. Peter's Basilica
From there, step inside the Basilica of St. Peter, where treasures such as Michelangelo’s Pietà, the Baldachin of Bernini, and the richly decorated chapels await.
15 minutes
4
La Pieta
From there, step inside the Basilica of St. Peter, where treasures such as Michelangelo’s Pietà, the Baldachin of Bernini, and the richly decorated chapels await.
15 minutes
5
Baldacchino di San Pietro, di Bernini
From there, step inside the Basilica of St. Peter, where treasures such as Michelangelo’s Pietà, the Baldachin of Bernini, and the richly decorated chapels await.
10 minutes
6
Vatican Grottoes
Your guide will then lead you into the Vatican underground corridor, a fascinating hidden passage that unveils another layer of the Basilica’s history, offering a rare glimpse into areas less explored by visitors.
20 minutes
7
Vatican City
Next, prepare for the highlight of the experience: the climb to the Dome. You may choose between two options—take the elevator partway for a more relaxed ascent, or climb the full staircase if you’re up for a challenge. Either way, reaching the top rewards you with one of the most breathtaking panoramic views of Rome, stretching from the Vatican Gardens to the Colosseum and beyond
