St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour and Dome Entrance Ticket

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Place: Rome

Duration: 3 hours

Language: English

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Entrance Fees Included

Guided Tour

With audioguide

Do this because

Learn about St. Peter's Basilica with an expert guide
Climb the stairs to the top of St. Peter's Dome with your included tickets
Enjoy panoramic views of St. Peter's Square and Rome from a height of 136 meters
See Michelangelo's Pietà and Bernini's magnificent Baldacchino
Taste a delicious Italian breakfast at before starting at the meeting point

What to expect

Dive into the story behind St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City on a guided tour with an art historian. Climb to the top of St. Peter's Dome for unparalleled views of Rome and its surroundings.

Embark on a journey through time with a guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica led by an art historian. Discover the top of the dome and admire the intricate interior mosaics up close while your guide shares the fascinating history of this Renaissance-style church. Begin your experience having breakfast at the Al San Michele Café, which serves as the meeting point. Enjoy a delicious Italian coffee and croissant while you get to know your guide and fellow travelers before embarking on this unforgettable journey through one of the world's most iconic attractions.

Uncover the colorful marble, golden ceilings, and the impressive Michelangelo's Pietà while your guide shares stories about the history of this Renaissance-style church. As you climb higher to the St. Peter's Basilica Dome, admire panoramic views of St. Peter's Square and the Vatican Gardens from a height of 136 meters. From the top of the dome, spot iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and Castel Sant'Angelo, while your guide brings the history and architecture of each site to life. Descend directly into St. Peter's Basilica and enjoy your guide revealing all the secrets of the Basilica's 150-year reconstruction, helping you understand the significance of this landmark.

Important to know

Not suitable for:

Children under 7 years and adults over 75 years or anyone who is claustrophobic, suffers from vertigo or has a walking difficulty
Pregnant women or participants with heart complaints, back problems or other serious medical conditions
Wheelchair

Not allowed:

Wearing low-cut or sleeveless tops or shorts. Visitors who do not adhere to the dress code won't be permitted to enter the Vatican

Know in advance:

The elevator will take you to the first level of the Dome. To reach the top, you will need to climb around 300 steps
Entrance to the Vatican is subject to a strict dress code. Please make sure your shoulders and knees are covered
The entrance to St. Peter is not a skip-the-line