Virtual tour of St. Peter's Basilica from home
Do this because
- Listen to engaging stories directly from your smartphone or PC
- Marvel at St. Peter’s square, the Basilica's Baldachin and dome
- Enjoy a trouble-free virtual visit to the attraction of your dreams
What to expect
Experience St. Peter’s Basilica from the comfort of your couch with an engaging self-guided virtual tour in English. Travel back in time and enjoy a virtual journey from your PC or smartphone browser.
Find out plenty of historical facts, curiosities, and unknown stories about the most famous Basilica in the world. Your tour’s content is the result of in-depth research, squeezed into brief intriguing stories that will make your virtual visit both engaging and informative. The tour is only available online, you can access it repeatedly anytime and it is an unmissable opportunity to gain valuable insights into the holiest place in Rome.
Enjoy a grand beginning at the impressive St. Peter's square 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, from its early erection by Emperor Constantine and the massive reconstruction during the 16th and 17th century up to the architectural interventions in the ’40s. Below the enormous dome of the church, you’ll marvel at the sight of the impressive monumental canopy that marks St Peter’s tomb. Examining its overwhelming decor, you’ll discover amazing stories about its religious symbolism and detailed motifs. Then, explore the tallest dome in the world and learn the stories of the famous architects that worked on the project such as Michelangelo and Bramante.
Important to know
- This is a virtual tour that you can take from the comfort of your home
- Once this experience will be activated, you will get no refund if you decide not to use it anymore
- No live guide or meeting point required
- You will receive an email from the local supplier with instructions on how to access your tour via a link. Check your spam folder as well
- To fully enjoy the tour you need a steady internet connection. The tour is available only online. The virtual tour doesn’t require a visit to the site
- No special equipment is needed (i.e. special glasses). However, earphones or headphones are highly recommended to enjoy the experience.
What’s included
Virtual tour to St. Peter's Basilica
Audio narration
Real images
Satellite and street views of the palace and the surroundings
Engaging original stories in English
What’s not included
Live Guide
Headphones
Offline access
Transportation
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
Clio Muse Tours
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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