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St. Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour

Tour guide leading a group of tourists towards the entrance of St. Peter’s Basilica on a sunny day in Vatican City
Tour guide leading a group of tourists towards St. Peter’s Basilica under a clear blue sky
St. Peter's Basilica interior with visitors on a guided tour in Vatican City.
Chair of Saint Peter inside St. Peter's Basilica, Rome, with ornate bronze sculpture and stained glass window.

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1 hr

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Explore the largest church in the world and discover what makes St. Peter's Basilica a Renaissance masterpiece.

    • Explore St. Peter's Basilica on a guided tour and discover its stunning architecture, rich history, and the artistry of Michelangelo's dome.

    • Check out stunning works of art and architecture by Bernini, Donato Bramante, and Carlo Maderno, and learn about them from your expert guide.

    • After the tour comes to an end, you can pay homage to Pope John Paul II at his tomb and learn about the iconic chair of St. Peter.

    • Enjoy the guided experience in a language of your choice with tours available in English, French, Spanish, and Italian.

    • Fun fact: St. Peter's Basilica took more than 100 years to build.

    • Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica with skip-the-line entry

    • Expert English, French, Italian or Spanish-speaking guide

    • Assistance at meeting point

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    Guests from United States, Spain, France and over 64 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    GOREZ Patrick

    Gorez

    Feb, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Une viste intelligemment menée (1H, 1H30) par Fausta, guide italienne francophone, érudite et accessible. Un parcours de visite agréable, amenant à des détails méconnus.
    Andrea Kriegler

    Andrea

    Feb, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    The tour was great! thank you very much, everything was explained... with a lot of knowledge and background!
    Jessica Tafurt

    Jessica

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Kelly, our guide, was awesome! Highly recommend! She was super knowledgeable, very sweet and helpful! It's my 2nd time going to St. Peter's and I learned so much more than my first trip!
    Fabio Sartori

    Fabio

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    I already knew the basilica. I had never visited it with a guide. Valentina is a very knowledgeable guide and available to answer all our questions moreover she also told a lot of curiosities. Totally positive experience.
    Nino Gugunishvili

    Nino

    Apr, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    We had an amazing guide Stefano, who did an excellent tour, very insightful and informative. It was truly an unforgettable experience.
  • Intriguing artworks

    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. Learn about hundreds of points of interest, local attractions, and hidden gems from local experts.

    Explore with an official guide

    Along the way, your guide will provide insights into the history and symbolism of the artwork and architecture, helping you to understand the significance of what you're seeing. You may also have the opportunity to climb to the top of the dome, which offers breathtaking views of Vatican City and the surrounding area.

  • What's not allowed

    • Strict dress code: knees and shoulders must be covered for all guests.

    • Mobile phones must remain on silent mode inside the Basilica.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. The right semicircle of Saint Peter’s Square is equipped with ramp access into the Basilica. For any special requirements, contact accoglienza@fsp.va in advance.

    • Sign language guided tours are available at the Basilica. This service must be booked at least 48 hours in advance at the following email address: visiteguidate@fsp.va.

    Additional information

    • Expect a long wait at security, especially during peak times. Patience is key, it could take up to 2 hours!
    • 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 30 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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