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Tickets for St Peter's Basilica & Dome: Guided Tour

Explore St. Peter's Basilica with a professional art historian

St. Peter's Basilica
Open today: 07:00 - 19:00
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
Instant ticket delivery
Live guide: English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
Smartphone tickets accepted

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What's included

Ticket access to St Peter's dome
Guided tour of St.Peter's Basilica
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 St. Peter's dome
Access to Papal Grottoes

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 of St. Peter's to get a bird's eye view of Rome from 136 meters up
  • Get an exclusive close look at the mosaics of the dome with the help of an expert art historian as your guide
  • Enjoy a thorough tour of the Basilica's beautiful artwork collection in a small group and audio guide

Gain incredible insight (and views of Vatican City) with tickets for a guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and climb to the top of the dome.

Start your tour by ascending the stairs to the dome of St. Peter's. Contemplate the interior mosaics of the dome up close while your guide shares stories about the history of this Renaissance-style church.

Once you reach the viewing deck, marvel at the stunning views of St. Peter's Square and the Vatican Gardens from above.

Admire Rome from a height of 136 meters, and spot the Colosseum, the Pantheon, Castel Sant'Angelo, and other historic sites.

From here, descend directly into the Basilica and avoid the long lines at its entrance. Wander through renowned works of Renaissance and Neoclassic art by Canova, Michelangelo, and Bernini with an art historian as your guide.

  • 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)

Dress Code (for all genders):

  • Knees and shoulders must be covered
  • No hats or sunglasses
  • No clothing with rips, tears, or transparent material
  • Failure to comply to these rules may result in denied entry
  • Strollers are not allowed inside the Basilica
St. Peter's Basilica
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
Wednesday 13:30 - 18:00
  • Cancellation is possible until 24 hours before your visit.
  • Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit.

Ratings & reviews

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3 reviews
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Ruqayyah,  United Kingdom United Kingdom
12 Mar 2024
Excellent
Our guide was very good. Definitely book the morning slot as it can take hours waiting in line for security check to enter St Peter's Basilica and more waiting to get to the Dome.
St Peter's Basilica & Dome: Guided Tour
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Elena,  Moldova Moldova
03 Mar 2024
Terrible
Me and my friends were unable to find the starting location. Either the tour left too early or it didn’t take place at all. We were at the colonnade at approximately 8:25 :((
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Christian,  Italy Italy
05 Jan 2024
Excellent
Excellent tour with guide Valentin, funny and knowledgeable guy with a gentle, good-natured demeanor, highly recommended.
St Peter's Basilica & Dome: Guided Tour

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