See Michelangelo's "Pieta", impressive architecture, and more in the heart of the Vatican!
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Combine St. Peter's Basilica with other Rome favorites. Some things are better together.
This service is the easiest way to secure St Peter's Basilica skip-the-line tickets.
A host will meet you at an agreed spot near the Basilica. You receive a short introduction about where to go and what to expect. Your host will then walk you straight to a dedicated, faster-moving entrance.
This option lets you bypass the long public security queue and enter the Basilica much quicker.
Keep in mind, this is a service focused on priority security entry, not a paid entry ticket for St. Peter’s Basilica itself.
Best for: Independent travelers who value their time and want a guaranteed, hassle-free entry without a full guided tour.
This option gives you more than just fast track entry. With a St Peter's basilica guided tour, you join a small group led by an expert art historian or a Vatican-accredited guide.
Your guide tells the story behind the Basilica, its architecture, and the art inside. You will see important details and artwork often missed by the casual visitor.
Many St Peter’s Basilica tours also offer the chance to add St. Peter's Basilica Dome tickets for an extra fee, letting you visit the famous dome with your guide.
Best for: first-time visitors and anyone who wants to truly appreciate the history and artistry of this monumental building.
This is the ultimate time-saving package - with a combined ticket, you start with a guided tour of the Vatican Museums.
After exploring the museums and the Sistine Chapel, your guide will lead you through a special, direct passage right into St. Peter's Basilica. This secret door lets you skip the security line in St. Peter's Square completely.
Best for: visitors who plan to see both the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica on the same day.
This is a multi-day sightseeing pass designed for those who want to see as much of Rome as possible.
Passes like the OMNIA Vatican & Rome Card, and similar passes, often include priority entry to St. Peter's Basilica. You also get fast-track tickets to the Vatican Museums and key spots like the Colosseum.
Best for: first-time visitors to Rome who want a comprehensive pass to cover all the major highlights of both the Vatican and the ancient city.
The Renaissance-era St Peter's Basilica is one of the largest churches in the world (and the home-church of the Pope). Highlights include the dome (the biggest in the world), Bernini's Baldacchino (the centerpiece of the church), and Michelangelo's Pietà (the only artwork he ever signed).
For both the pious and the casual visitor, a trip to St. Peter's is an awe-inspiring trip into the heart of Vatican City.
