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Combo: St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour + Rome Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

St. Peter's Basilica exterior with Rome hop-on hop-off bus in foreground.
Tourists exploring St. Peter's Basilica in Rome with a guide, ready to hop on the city sightseeing bus
St. Peter's Basilica exterior with Rome hop-on hop-off bus in foreground, part of guided tour combo.
St. Peter's Basilica exterior with Rome hop-on hop-off bus in foreground.

Save money with these combo tickets for a St. Peter's Basilica guided tour and a 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass for Italy’s capital city - Rome. Stop at the Colosseum, the Vatican, or the beautiful intersection of Piazza Venezia.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and a convenient hop-on hop-off pass for Rome at unbeatable rates.
  • A local expert will walk you through the most important temple in all of Christendom; check out stunning works of art by Bernini, Donato Bramante, Carlo Maderno, and more.
  • Pay homage to Pope John Paul II at his tomb and learn about the iconic chair presumed to have been used by St. Peter, the first Pope of Christianity.
  • Learn about the city's history with an interactive map and an audio guide available in 8 languages as you stop at prominent areas in Rome.

Inclusions

St. Peter's Basilica

  • Entry ticket
  • 1-hour guided tour

Rome Hop-On Hop-Off

  • 24 or 48-hour bus pass
  • Audio guide in 8 languages
  • Walking tour (in English, French, Italian, German and Spanish)

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

St. Peter's Basilica

At St. Peter's Basilica, you will find a dedicated desk where you can show your voucher. Inside, check out masterpieces of Renaissance art such as Michelangelo's Pieta, the giant bronze canopy of St. Peter’s Baldachin, the Chair of St. Peter, and others. This is a cultural experience you simply cannot miss! With this ticket, you will not only get to explore the insides of one of the greatest buildings and churches in the world but do so in the company of an official guide.

Rome Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours

Explore the length and breadth of breathtaking Roma in 24 or 48 hours. Hop aboard any of the City Sightseeing double-decker buses, fully equipped with free wifi, air conditioning and an audio guide available in 8 languages. These Hop-On Hop-Off tickets let you board and get off at any of the 8 stops as often as you like! Click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

Explore each of the attractions on the route at your own pace. With numerous bus stops present around town and buses departing every 15-20 minutes, you'll never have to wait too long. You will also get to use the City Sightseeing app that gives you real-time updates on buses, wait times and a walking tour with an audio guide available in 8 languages.

Important Information

St. Peter's Basilica

  • To pay your respects, you must abide by the Basilica's dress code. Sleeveless blouses, miniskirts, shorts, and hats are not permitted. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
  • If the 48-hour sightseeing option is selected, the St. Peter's Basilica guided tour will be booked for the 1st day of visit at the time indicated by the guest.
  • It's recommended that you exchange your voucher on board the city sightseeing buses at least 2 hours before the the St. Peter's Basilica guided tour.
  • On board the City Sightseeing bus, the staff will provide you with all the information you need to access the St. Peter's Basilica.
  • For security reasons all visitors and their luggage shall be screened.

24/48-Hr Rome Hop-On Hop-Off

  • The audio guide is available in English, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Russian, and Portuguese.
  • Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Free WiFi.
  • Click here for the detailed route map.
  • Download the app ‘Sightseeing Experience’ to make the best use of the interactive map that shows you the position of the buses in real-time.

Timings

St. Peter's Basilica

  • Mon to Sat: 10:30am, 1:30pm, & 3:30pm
  • Sun: 1:30pm

24/48-Hr Rome Hop-On Hop-Off

  • Daily: 9am - 7pm (departing every 15-20 mins)
  • 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 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Ticket Redemption Points

Basilica di San Pietro

  • Meet your guide at Basilica di San Pietro.
  • Address: Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Hop On Hop Off Bus

  • Exchange your voucher on-board at least 2 hours before the guided tour.
  • The bus staff will provide you all the necessary information to access the San Peter Basilica.
  • Click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

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