St. Peter's Basilica: Guided Tour + Dome & Vatican Grottoes Access
Discover the wonders of St. Peter’s Square and Basilica on a guided walking tour
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Highlights
Meet your guide in St. Peter's Square and begin your experience by climbing to the top of the basilica's dome. Admire the marble floor from above and take the opportunity to observe the mosaics decorating the dome up close.
Continue your ascent to the upper panoramic terrace and be captivated by the breathtaking view that extends over Rome and its surroundings.
Afterwards, head directly inside the basilica, bypassing the long entrance lines. Admire the precious polychrome marbles, gold-embellished ceilings, and magnificent mosaics. Follow your guide to discover the famous Renaissance and Neoclassical masterpieces by Canova, Bernini, and other great artists. Be captivated by Michelangelo's Pietà, appreciating its expressive intensity and extraordinary delicacy.
Then reach the Vatican Grottoes and visit the tomb of St. Peter . Stroll along the ancient walls of the original 4th-century basilica and admire the exquisite frescoes. Conclude your tour in St. Peter's Square, where you'll be captivated by the grandeur of its architecture.
What is included?
- Access to St. Peter's Basilica
- Entry ticket to St. Peter’s Dome
- Access to the Vatican Grottoes
- Live guide
- Guided tour
- Headset to hear the guide
What is not included?
- Access to the Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
- Skip-the-Line service
- Guided tour of Dome
What is there to know?
Live guide languages: EN, FR, DE, IT, PT, ES
Important information
- The experience is not suitable for people who suffer from claustrophobia or vertigo.
- Admission to St. Peter's Basilica is free. However, security checks are mandatory and cannot be avoided; wait times can vary from 15 to 120 minutes.
- Meet your guide at the meeting point at Largo del Colonnato 5, before entering St. Peter's Square and before the security checks.
- Do not go through the metal detectors before meeting your guide.
- Look for the yellow sign with the TOURIKS logo.
- Please arrive at least 20 minutes before departure time.
- Bring wired headphones with you.
- From June to the end of August, there may be longer waiting times to access the basilica.
- In the event of closure of the Vatican Grottoes or certain areas of the Basilica, the guide will modify the itinerary to include alternative sites and artworks. The duration and quality of the tour will remain unchanged.
Restrictions
- Not wheelchair accessible.
- The tour is subject to weather conditions and liturgical events.
- The climb to the dome involves 320 steps.
- Pets are not allowed.
- No large bags or backpacks are permitted.
- Strollers are not allowed inside the basilica.
- In case of delay, no refund will be provided.
Dress code
- Knees and shoulders must be covered.
- Hats or sunglasses are not permitted inside the basilica.
- Low-cut tops, sleeveless clothing, or shorts are not permitted.
- Clothing with rips, tears, or see-through materials is not permitted.
Openings
Duration: 1h 45min
Meeting point
Largo del Colonnato 5 - Rome - Italy
Cancellation policies
Can be canceled for free up to 72 hours before the selected date
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