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St. Peter's Basilica, Dome & Papal Grottoes: Small-Group Guided Tour

Discover the wonders of St. Peter’s Square and Basilica on a guided walking tour

St. Peter's Basilica
Open today: 13:30 - 18:00
Provider:
Ande Srl
Registered address: Via di S. Giovanni in Laterano 132, 00184, Rome, IT
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Duration: 1h 45mins
Max group size: 25
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Live guide: English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
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What's included

Ticket access to St Peter's dome
Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and the Papal Grottes
Headset so that you can always hear your guide
Free time after the tour to explore the Basilica at your own leisure

What's not included

Access to the Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
Skip-the-Line service
Guided tour of Dome

Important information

* Not wheelchair-accessible * Tour subject to weather and liturgical events * The visit is not suitable for who suffers from claustrophobia, vertigo, heart issues, other serious medical conditions

Meeting point

Largo del Colonnato 5, 00193, Rome

  • Climb to the top of the Dome to admire a bird's-eye view of Rome and to get an exclusive look at the dome mosaics
  • Experience the mystic atmosphere of the underground grottoes and visit St. Peter's tomb
  • Enjoy a thorough tour of the basilica from your guide in a small group with a maximum of eight participants or in a private tour group

Meet your guide in St. Peter's Square and start your tour climbing to the top of the dome of the Basilica. Enjoy a bird's-eye view over the marble floor and get the chance to take an exclusive close look at the mosaics of the dome.

Go even higher to find yourself at the top balcony and be amazed by the spectacular panorama over Rome and beyond it.

From here, descend directly into the Basilica and avoid the long lines at its entrance. Marvel at the colorful marble, golden ceilings, and impressive mosaics. Get guided through renowned works of Renaissance and Neoclassical art by Canova and Bernini, among others. Get emotional in front of the Pietà of Michelangelo and appreciate its expressive power and delicate beauty.

Go further down into the underground grottoes and visit St. Peter's tomb. Touch the ancient walls of the original 4th-century basilica and admire the beautiful frescoes. Finish the tour in St. Peter’s Square and soak up its majestic architecture.

  • Meet your guide at the meeting point at Largo del Colonnato 5. The meeting point is outside the Basilica before entering St. Peter's square and the security checks. Do not go through the metal detectors before meeting the guide
  • Look for the yellow sign with the TOURIKS logo on it
  • Please arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled start time.
  • Do not go through the metal detectors before meeting the guide
  • Bring your own wired headphones (just in case)
St. Peter's Basilica
Wednesday 13:30 - 18:00
Thursday 07:00 - 19:00
Friday 07:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 13:30 - 18:00
Monday 07:00 - 19:00
Tuesday 07:00 - 19:00
  • Cancellation is possible until 24 hours before your visit.
  • Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit.

Ratings & reviews

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John,  Canada Canada
01 Mar 2024
Excellent
Federico, our guide was patient, and extremely knowledgeable. She gave us a running commentary as we stood in line and made sure everyone was comfortable and safe to make the climb. Fabulous view...
Federico, our guide was patient, and extremely knowledgeable. She gave us a running commentary as we stood in line and made sure everyone was comfortable and safe to make the climb. Fabulous view from the top!
Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica from the Dome to the Underground Grottoes
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Les
15 Jan 2024
Excellent
Our tour guide was great. He did a good job at explaining the intricate details we did not know about that were in Saint Peter's Basilica. Michelangelo’s first statue is there as is Peter the...
Our tour guide was great. He did a good job at explaining the intricate details we did not know about that were in Saint Peter's Basilica. Michelangelo’s first statue is there as is Peter the apostle and all the popes crypts.
Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica from the Dome to the Underground Grottoes
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Patricia,  Portugal Portugal
07 Mar 2024
Excellent
We had an amazing guide called Sarah, very enthusiastic and well organised. She started to tell the story still when we were on the security queue, taking advantage of every minute, and got our...
We had an amazing guide called Sarah, very enthusiastic and well organised. She started to tell the story still when we were on the security queue, taking advantage of every minute, and got our attention from the beginning. The Basilica is beautiful and the views from the dome are amazing!
Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica from the Dome to the Underground Grottoes

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