Early morning guided tour of St Peter’s Basilica with Dome climb
Do this because
- Avoid the crowds with a morning tour of the St. Peter’s Basilica and Square
- Save time and reach the summit of Michelangelo’s Dome hassle-free
- Experience a friendly atmosphere with your local guide throughout the tour
What to expect
Take advantage of this early morning tour and navigate through the main attractions of the Vatican City hassle-free and without the crowds. Enjoy a wide-ranging view from the summit of the St. Peter's Dome, overlooking the majestic monuments of the Colosseum, Pantheon and the city center.
There's no need to line up, as the guide will take you instantly inside the Basilica to admire some iconic masterpieces including marble mosaics, paintings, tapestries and columns of the Renaissance and baroque period. You'll get a closer look and you won't miss the historical insights that the archeological site has to offer.
Important to know
Accessibility:
- Not suitable for wheelchair users or people with impaired mobility
- Not suitable for people with serious health conditions or heart problems
Not allowed:
- No bare shoulders or knees. Appropriate dress code is required when visiting the Basilica
- Weapons, sharp objects, luggages and large bags are not allowed inside St. Peter's Basilica
Know in advance:
- This service exclusively offers an entry ticket and tour to the Dome, and not skip-the-line access to the Basilica. The Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Vatican Necropolis are not part of this tour. Access to the Sacred Door is not included in the tour and requires a separate booking directly through the Vatican website
- The lift of the Dome only takes you to the first balcony, to climb up to the main Dome you will have to use the stairs (320 steps) which requires 20 extra minutes
- All visitors must pass through a metal detector security check before entering the St Peter's Basilica, during high season the waiting may take up to 30 minutes
- The St. Peter's Basilica Dome might not be accessible in case of bad weather conditions
What’s included
Early morning access to the St Peter's Basilica and Square
Entrance ticket to the St Peter's Dome
Live Tour Guide
Headsets when needed
Small group of 15 person
What’s not included
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Pickup points
To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.
Provider
Loving Rome
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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