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Discover St. Peter’s Basilica with a Guided Tour

Rome, Italy
  • 1 hour (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Travelers often treat St. Peter’s Basilica as an afterthought to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. Give this important religious monument the time and respect it deserves on a dedicated tour with a guide to point out those enriching details that are easy to miss independently. Hear the story behind Michelangelo’s Pietà, admire Bernini’s ornate baldachin, and marvel at the intricate art and craft behind this revered landmark.
  • See more of St. Peter’s Basilica on a tour with a dedicated guide
  • Hear the stories behind the creation of one of the great religious monuments
  • Admire Michelangelo’s majestic depiction of grief, the Pietà
  • Go beyond the guidebook and delve deep into Renaissance art and architecture

What's Included

  • Tour Guide
  • Hotel Pick up / Drop off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Via Tunisi, 5a, 00192 Roma RM, Italy

    1. Exit Ottaviano Metro Station and walk straight for 400 meters. 2. Turn left onto Via Leone IV, then right onto Via Sebastiano Veniero. 3. Continue straight to Via Tunisi 5a (approx. 600 meters total). Clients should arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before their scheduled reservation time

End point

  • Saint Peter's Square
    Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

    The guide will escort the clients to St. Peter’s Square and conclude the tour there.

Itinerary

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St. Peter's Basilica

1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Please note: In light of Pope Francis’s passing, Vatican sites which includes the Sistine Chapel and the St Peter's basilica may close unexpectedly. If closures occur, no refunds will be possible, as these are determined by the Vatican. We appreciate your understanding
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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