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St Peter's Basilica, Papal Tombs Tour, optional Dome

Rome, Italy
  • 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

  • See Bernini’s Baldachin and Michelangelo’s Pietà on your way to the Papal Grottoes
  • Don't miss it if you love views of cities from above
  • Climb the Dome for a true once in a lifetime experience

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

Get a rare bird's eye view overlooking Vatican City on this guided tour.

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • Entry ticket- St. Peter's Dome (if option selected)
  • Headsets for groups of at least 5 people
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Via Vespasiano, 28, 00192 Roma RM, Italy

    The meeting point is at the local partner's office.By metro (Line A), get off at Ottaviano. The Ottaviano metro stop is only a 10-minute walk to the office. Please note that St. Peter's Square is not the meeting point.

End point

  • Saint Peter’s Basilica
    Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

Itinerary

1

St. Peter's Basilica

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

2

The Vatican Grottoes

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

3

St. Peter's Square

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

4

St. Peter's Basilica

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • All guests must present a valid photo ID at the security checkpoint.
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Latecomers will not be allowed in and no refunds will be issued.
  • Dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered at all times while inside Vatican premises.
  • Access to St. Peter’s Basilica may be limited or suspended without prior notice due to religious ceremonies, particularly throughout the Jubilee Year.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Reviews

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It was great and our...

Vernice_T, Jan 2026
It was great and our guide was so patient and engaging with our 10 year old who had lots of questions.

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