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St. Peter’s Basilica & Dome Guided Tour with Breakfast

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Effortlessly explore St. Peter's Basilica on a tour with a delicious breakfast and exclusive elevator access to its massive Dome's base!

Highlights

Fuel up for the adventure ahead! Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast before taking on Earth’s largest church and Vatican City’s towering gem – St. Peter’s Basilica.
In 3 hours, delve into the basilica's secrets with an expert guide. Admire Michelangelo's marble sculpture Pietà and Bernini's bronze canopy Baldachin.
Access to the Dome has never been easier. Just step into and out of an elevator to look out at the chapel with new eyes!
Indulge in vistas of the Eternal City from the terrace, marveling at the Vatican Gardens. Book your tour in English or French per your preference.
Fun fact: Inside the Basilica sits an ancient statue of St. Peter, whose right leg has been worn down by kisses from devout pilgrims!

Inclusions

Entry with guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica and Dome
Expert English or French-speaking guide (as per option selected)
Elevator access to the Dome’s 1st level
Breakfast

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Ratings & Reviews

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Guests from France, United States, Portugal and over 16 countries have loved this experience

Thomas

5/5

May, 2024

Nice guide and explains T. well. ⚠️ to staircase 1st floor.elevator or on foot 200 steps. + 300 for summit only on foot. Nice view

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Salualagi

3/5

May, 2024

Waited about 2 hours in line to get in, thought buying skip the line avoided this, dissatisfied. Was not aware the lift only went to the first floor than walk to the top, the queue to the lift was an hours wait. Didn't go to the Dome because I can't walk that many stairs, should have been given more information on this before purchasing this ticket. Those of us who couldn't do the walk upstairs to the Dome were asked to wait on the ground level and he would collect us on their return. This didn't happen and by the time we connected with the group we had already missed part of it. Because I wasn't happy given we waited a long time in the queue to get in to not get the tour, he went back to the start. I can understand why it was hard for the tour guide as there were so many people, but still when you only get to do this once, it's important that we get the full tour as that's what I paid for. I will not be recommending this tour to anyone

Fizet

3/5

May, 2024

Ce n'était pas un petit déjeuner mais juste une brique de jus de fruits et une mauvaise pâtisserie, trop grasse et trop sucrée.

Vera

4/5

Apr, 2024

Great tour guide Roberto. Sadly too much queuing anyway despite pre-booking but gues were moving quite quickly. One thing we were very disappointed with was that we bought tickets which included breakfast and we never got one!!! So the 4 of us didn't have anything to drink or eat till 12:00 and we were up at 6:30!!! One was a 7 year old child. We've been told after that the prepaid breakfast was apparently the kiosk where were got our headsets from before going on the tour. Sadly the lady never told us. There's was more of us in the group and at this point I feel like the company mis-led us and should refund us the breakfast.

Koeman

5/5

Mar, 2024

Everything was well organized. The guide was very informative & humorous. Just that we had a bit of trouble locating the meeting point.

Your experience

Start your adventure with an exploration of flavors. A hearty breakfast will fuel you up before deep diving into Michelangelo's genius.

The view from atop a cupola

Take this enriching walk through St. Peter's Basilica with expert guidance steadily unveiling its hidden wonders. Ascend to the Dome's base effortlessly via elevator, peering at the church from a new perspective. Panoramas of the Eternal City unfold from the rooftop terrace, marvel at the Sistine Chapel's roof, and catch a glimpse of the papal enclave's chimney. Don't miss an encounter with the giant Apostle statues on the roof level, providing a unique frame of reference on their colossal scale—perfect for an unforgettable photo op.

A Renaissance crypt

Led by a knowledgeable English or French-speaking guide, delve into the basilica's secrets, exploring concealed corners and St. Peter's burial space. Gaze at the Renaissance leitmotifs and statues that adorn the walls, and check out the large lettering wrapped within the dome! This seamless experience offers a memorable immersion into the cultural and architectural treasures of the Vatican City.

Know before you go

What’s not allowed

Strict dress code: No shorts or sleeveless shirts are allowed..
Liquids, sharp items, and bulky bags are not allowed inside the venue.

Accessibility

The Dome is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
This experience is not recommended for those who suffer from claustrophobia.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.