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St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour in Rome

Vatican City, Italy
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • Michelangelo’s Pietà
    • Bernini’s Baldachin
    • Inner and Outer Ring of St. Peter’s Dome
    • Papal Altars
    • Tomb of Saint Peter
    • Reserved time slot
    • Guided visit of St. Peter’s Basilica
    • Certified in-person guide
    • Radio system for clear audio transmission
    • Private live-guide (ONLY IF THE OPTION IS SELECTED)
    • DOME with lift to the terrace level (if the Dome option is selected)
    • Hotel Pick Up (ONLY IF THE PRIVATE TOUR IS SELECTED)
    • Skip-the-line entry
    • Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel entry

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

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

      Meeting point is at St. Peter’s Square. The flag is gold with “Golden Ticket” written in black. your host will introduce you to the guide.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Ticket Redemption Point

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

    Itinerary

    1

    St. Peter's Square

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    St. Peter's Basilica

    1 hour 45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Most travelers can participate
    • 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.

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    Was $46.20(-5%)

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