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St. Peter's Basilica: Guided Tour + Optional Dome & Vatican Grottoes

Discover St. Peter's Basilica, see the tombs, ascend the dome for epic views

  1. Duration 2h

  2. Live guide English

  3. Max group size 29

Included

  • Access to St. Peter's Basilica
  • Access to the Vatican Grottoes
  • Entry ticket to St. Peter’s Dome (if selected)
  • Live guide
  • Guided tour

Not included

  • Entry to Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
  • Guided tour of the dome
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

Starting point

Via di Porta Angelica, 69, 00193, Rome

Visit St. Peter's Basilica, the central hub of the Catholic Church. Prepare to be impressed by its grandeur as a knowledgeable guide shares stories about its history, artistry, and symbolism.

During the guided tour, visitors will see how the Basilica evolved from early Christian times to the Renaissance and Baroque periods. The tour also includes a visit to the Grottoes, where many Popes, including Saint Peter, are buried.

If selected, you can even climb the golden dome of the Basilica for sweeping views of Vatican City below.
  • Please arrive at the meeting point at least 30 minutes before the start of the tour
  • Look for your guide wearing a purple shirt/jacket with the "Crown Tours" logo at the meeting point
  • Show your smartphone ticket to the guide at the meeting point
  • 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: Crown Tours srl
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    Registered address: Corso Vittorio Emanuele II 154, 00186, Rome, IT

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  • Cancel for free until 24 hours before you visit and get a full refund
  • Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit

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