St. Peter's Dome (Cupola di San Pietro) Tours and Tickets - page 34
What are people saying about St. Peter's Dome (Cupola di San Pietro)
Mona_S, Aug 2026
Very cool experience
Based on photos online, there’s so much of the necropolis to see. I’m wondering if the tour is specific to the tour guide, or it’s the same for everyone. I enjoyed the story our guide was building throughout each site. But I wish we got to see more.
Emanuela_V, Aug 2026
Grateful for our wonderful tour guide
The Basilica is stunningly beautiful and a little overwhelming. Having a guided tour made our visit more meaningful. Our guide spoke English very well and explained, in detail, the history of the Basilica and the events that take place today.
Amy_E, Aug 2026
Beautiful Basilica
Great visit, amazing experience and what a beautiful space, both at the top of the dome and in the Basilica. Tour operators instructions great and the there at the meeting spot to help. But note to future travellers Speak to the person at the queue for the lifts and tell them you have tickets, instructions at the Basilica really unclear!
Jenny_R, Jul 2026
Amazing Tour !!
We had a Spanish guide and it was brilliant. Our family enjoyed this tour and all the knowledge provided by our guide added to our experience. I would highly recommend this tour and if you will be going all the way up, the stairs are 551 steps but it’s the fastest way to an amazing view!
Tara_P, Jul 2026
Both guides were very...
Both guides were very informative and we could see their enthusiasm. Saint Peters was absolutely amazing and as catholics an experience we won’t forget
Bobby_M, Jul 2026
Not a tour/express entrance only.
This isn’t a tour. It’s payment for express entry only.
Also you need a “maybe” selection in your review options.
Natalie_W, Jul 2026
Wow! What a tour!
Wow! What a tour! Thank you so much I learned so much and would highly highly recommend. Out tour guide was phenomenal!
Fernando_F, Jul 2026
Sabrina was the best tour...
Sabrina was the best tour guide ever! She was on early, had clear directions, extremely knowledgeable, organized, and joyful to be around. She guided us before and after the Scavi tour smoothly and provided great historical presentations throughout. Sabrina is the best tour guide in her field and even knowledgeable of the Vatican surrounding stores and facilities of best times and places. She is always happy to help and I would recommend this tour with her a million times.
KATHLEEN_R, Jul 2026
Franchesca was an amazing...
Franchesca was an amazing guide thoroughly enjoyed the experience with her
Climbing the dome at the end was amazing and a little claustrophobic
Juan_G, Jul 2026
Must do tour
The tour was great. Tour guide was very helpful and knowledgeable. The inside was so beautiful. Incredible.
Suzanne_S, Jun 2026
Worth it
Alysia, our guide, was amazing. Nice to have the info as we walked. Bring water bottles. The elevator up had a 40 min wait so we did the 551 stairs and it was okay. The dome allowed you to see the mosaics, piece by piece and understand how they are not painting. Very beautiful, take a moment to feel the energy of this place-very powerful.
Neil_H, Mar 2026
An excellent tour!
This really was an excellent tour which included St Peters square, the Basilica, a climb to the top of the Cupola providing outstanding views of Rome and a visit to the Grottoes beneath the altar of the Basilica. Our guide was full of facts and interesting information, which were put across in a friendly conversational manner. Thoroughly recommended!
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You must pass through a security check to access the dome—banned items include pocketknives, corkscrews, and umbrellas.
The dress code in the basilica and dome requires that shoulders and knees are covered.
The dome is partially accessible to wheelchair users. There is an elevator to the roof level (or you can climb the 320 steps), but only a spiral staircase provides access to the cupola at the highest point of the dome (another 200 steps).
Views are dizzying from the top of St. Peter’s Dome, so visiting the top is not recommended for anyone afraid of heights.
Kids especially enjoy the invigorating climb and views, so consider joining a small-group tour tailored to families if traveling with children.
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