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St. Peter's Basilica: Express Guided Tour

Enjoy fast-track access to explore stunning art and architecture

  1. Duration 1h 30mins

  2. Live guide English

  3. Max group size 25


Included

  • Access to St. Peter's Basilica
  • Access to Papal Crypts
  • Guided tour
  • English-speaking guide
  • Headset to hear the guide

Not included

  • Access to the Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
  • Skip-the-line service
  • Access to St Peter's Dome
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tips

Experience the grandeur of St. Peter’s Basilica with this express guided tour that includes reserved entrance, allowing you to bypass long lines and make the most of your time.

As you step inside one of the world’s largest and most important churches, your expert guide will lead you through its awe-inspiring interior, rich with centuries of history, art, and religious significance. Admire the magnificent dome designed by Michelangelo, the ornate bronze Baldachin by Bernini, and the world-famous Pietà sculpture, also by Michelangelo.

  • Show your smartphone ticket to the guide at the meeting point, Piazza della Città Leonina (near the arches, where the square meets via di Porta Angelica). Facing the arches, the meeting point is located at the corner of the square, on the left-hand side, next to the kiosk
  • The City Wonders coordinators will be holding a sign and wearing blue City Wonders polo shirts or jackets
  • Do not go through the metal detectors before meeting the guide
  • To access St. Peter's Basilica, please consider that from June to the end of August, there could be long lines and the waiting time could be up to 30 minutes
  1. Provider: City Wonders
    Registered address: 6-9 Trinity Street, D02 EY47, Dublin 2, IE

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  • Please note that the itinerary for the tours may differ from the advertised order of destinations. Any changes made to the tour itinerary are carefully planned and intended to enhance your overall experience
  • Cancel for free until 48 hours before you visit and get a full refund
  • Rescheduling is possible until 48 hours before your visit

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