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Dive into the artistic and architectural marvel of St. Peter’s Basilica with a guided tour. Upgrade to climb the Dome for stunning city views.
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Explore one the world's largest church and beacon of the Vatican at your selected time.
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Enjoy an expert-led tour of St. Peter’s Basilica, covering the grand interiors, and Michelangelo’s Pietà.
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Visit the Papal Tombs, where past Popes – including St. Peter – are laid to rest.
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Upgrade to climb the Dome and access to the highest point in Rome for unmatched panoramic views.
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Admire Michelangelo’s mosaics up close before reaching the outdoor terrace.
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Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and Dome with entry
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Expert English, Spanish, French, German or Italian-speaking guide
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Access by elevator to the base and stairs to the top
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Breakfast (for French and English options, if selected)
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Entry to Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
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Entry to the Necropolis / St. Peter’s Tomb / Scavi
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Kimberly
Apr, 2025Verified booking
Our tour guide was very nice and knowledgeable. What I didn't like was that it said it was a 2 hour tour and it was to start at 8:25 which it did however one of the most things I was looking forward to was the dome climb. Since the description said 2 hours I felt comfortable scheduling another tour at noon. We were still in line at 11:15 for the climb and we had to miss what I was really looking forward to to make sure we made our next tour. I would suggest in your description that the dome climb isn't until the end of the tour and that your tour can last upwards of 3-4 hours long. Since that was one of my highlights of your tour description we then went back after our other tour and then had to pay more to do the dome climb.
Chinyelu
Apr, 2025Verified booking
Good, a little disorganized and a lot of wasted time. But it was good. I went off on my own to explore, because the history can be googled or read in the library, most people already read and heard, then come to SEE it . Tour guide needs to focus on getting people inside, taking them to various biblical status, and areas, for pictures. This is not a history class, we only had 1-2hrs , but our tour guide spent 40 mins telling us stories and history outside and on the door way, While I applaud her of her knowledge, however this is not a history class, 6 of us had other tours scheduled right afterwards, so we left the tour midway to explore the Basilica on our own, including the Tomb areas underneath.
Agnes
Apr, 2025Verified booking
We had an unforgettable tour. Even though we thought we had booked an audio tour, we absolutely did not regret the guided tour. Alexandra is a very enthusiastic guide with extensive knowledge about St. Peter's and the Vatican. Her English is very good! Also highly recommended for visitors who have been to St. Peter's before!
Therese
Apr, 2025Verified booking
I had an incredible experience on the St. Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour. Our guide was absolutely amazing and extremely knowledgeable about the rich history and architecture of the basilica. I walked away with a much deeper appreciation and understanding of this iconic site. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the Vatican!
Sasa
Apr, 2025Verified booking
This was my first Headout experience and it was A+! First of all, our guide, Brigitta, was wonderful! So many informations and fun facts, she was also full of humor and funny comments, it was so nice! She really made us feel close to Rome, Vatican and their history. She eas really easy to talk to and that means a lot! The climb wasn't hard, whole 551 steps. The crowd on top was big, but that is what happens with big turistic places. Our trip was so much better because we had this day in the Vatican!
- Explore St. Peter's Basilica and the Holy Papal Tombs, admiring masterpieces like Michelangelo’s Pietà. Discover centuries of history with your expert guide. You can upgrade for an exciting climb to the highest point of Rome’s iconic St. Peter’s Basilica. The view from here is simply breathtaking. The city of Rome, a striking and glorious confluence of the ancient and the modern, stretches past the wetlands and forests of the Riserva Naturale, and all the way to the Tyrrhenian Sea in the southwest. You will see the Vatican and some of Rome’s most famous landmarks bordered by the Castelli Romani hills.
Getting started
After booking, you'll receive your ticket by email along with meeting point details and instructions. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before your scheduled tour to avoid delays.
What to expect
St. Peter's Basilica
An artistic and architectural marvel designed by geniuses of the Renaissance like Donato Bramante, Lorenzo Bernini, and Michelangelo, St. Peter’s Basilica has become one of the world’s most ostentatious symbols of Christianity. Your guide will tell you all about the beliefs that surround the real location of the tombs of St. Peter and the first Bishop of Rome. Explore Piazza Risorgimento and Piazza San Pietro areas. Admire some of the artistic masterpieces of Bernini and Michelangelo before heading to see the Papal Sarcophagi of the Basilica.
Features
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Michelangelo’s Pietà – A stunning marble sculpture of Mary and Jesus.
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Bernini’s Baldachin – A grand, gilded canopy over the Papal Altar.
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Papal Tombs – Final resting places of past popes beneath the Basilica.
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Dome view – Panoramic views of Vatican City from the top.
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Vatican Grottoes – Underground chapels and papal tombs.
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St. Peter’s Square – Iconic colonnades and the Egyptian obelisk.
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes are recommended.
What's not allowed
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Strict dress code: knees and shoulders must be covered for all guests.
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Mobile phones must remain in silent mode inside the Basilica.
Accessibility
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This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
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The climb to the Dome's top involves a substantial number of steps and requires a decent level of physical fitness. It is not recommended for people with heart/back conditions, mobility issues, or late-stage pregnancy.
Additional information
- Around religious holidays at the Vatican, parts of the tour such as the Papal Tombs may not be open. In this case, the tour of the Basilica itself will be extended.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Meeting point
- Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.
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