Skip the Line St. Peters Basilica and Papal Tombs Entry Ticket
Badge of Excellence
Vatican City, Italy
- 30 minutes to 3 hours (approx.)
Why travelers loved this
·
Explore our promoted experiences
Overview
See St. Peters Basilica and the Papal Tombs without having to waste time waiting in long lines with this package. Choose between basic ticket packages that allow you to bypass lines or upgrade to an actual tour, with or without Dome access, that include the services of a guide to provide commentary and context.
- Tours with and without Dome access are available
- Choose between morning and afternoon tours to suit your schedule
- Avoid long waits with St. Peter's Basilica skip-the-line tickets
- Visit the papal tombs, which many travelers miss
What's Included
- Skip the line entrance to St. Peter's Basilica
- Access to the papal tombs (Vatican Grottoes)
- Access to St.Peter's Dome (if Option Selected) With Elevator
- Upgrade for guided tour with professional licensed guide if option selected
- Location Pick Up & Drop Off
- Scavi/Necropolis
- Audio guide or guided tour (Unless option is selected)
Meeting and Pickup
Departure Point
- St. Peter's Square, Borgo Santo Spirito Piazza Papa Pio XII, 00120 Vatican City Italy
Ticket Redemption Point
Via Germanico, 16, 00192 Roma RM, Italy
What To Expect
1
St. Peter's Square
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
2
St. Peter's Basilica
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- Knees & Shoulders MUST be covered for both men & women.
- All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Some monuments or areas may be under restoration and subject to last minute closures. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
- Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with on an individual basis but are the responsibility of the monument.
- The exact timings and reservations can vary, dependent on the monument/attraction’s administration offices availability and decisions on the booking day and can be subject to last minute changes. Departure time can differ up to 20 minutes from your selected time.
- Please be advised capacity regulations and security may delay the tour departure this could also influence the smooth running of the tour especially on national holidays and events.
Supplied by
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Reviews
4.4
based on 26 reviews
Sort by: Most insightful
Deborah_N, Jul 2026
A great guided tour, led by a lovely, friendly lady who was entirely knowledge about everything! Well organised, good pace for all ages, great value.
Virginia_W, Jul 2026
DO NOT buy this. There was nobody guiding us to a 'line'. We picked up the tickets from the travel office, then we were told go to the entrance and you'll see the sign, show your tickets and they'll tell you were to go. All a lie. We showed our tickets and we were shown to a line that was where everyone was standing in line to get in the Basilica. THERE WAS NO ONE TAKING US INSIDE OR TO A 'SKIP THE LINE LINE'. SO NO DO NOT BUY THIS! THIS IS ALMOST A SCAM!
Fawn_H, Jun 2026
Great tour. She knew so much about the Vatican and all the popes. It was fantastic to learn of the different doors and artifacts. I don’t remember our guide’s name, but she kept us engaged and learning the history of this small city.
Beth_A, Jun 2026
Exceptional tour- we learned so much that we wouldn’t have known walking around the Basilica on our own. Well paced, friendly guide. Mariana was wonderful!
Jen_T, May 2026
Marianna was a great guide! Very knowledgeable and kept the tour moving at a good pace so we could see many sights.
Ben_D, May 2026
Really good tour, the guide was very well informed and funny. would recommend it to others. we did only tours without a real guide but with a recording which you listen to via an app. The guide is worth the extra money and then some!
Martin_C, May 2026
Don’t believe the “Viator” meet point. It was totally different from where we needed to be and almost caused us to miss the tour!
Trish_W, May 2026
An amazing experience. We were so pleased we booked this skip the line tour. Especially when we saw how long the regular line was. Our guide Mariana was knowledgeable and experienced; she shared her love for this wonderful Church. Visiting the tombs of the Popes and the Dome were special as we had never done that before.
Ali_B, Mar 2026
Definitely worth doing this, although you still have to queue, it's a fraction of the time which means more discovery time. Fantastic place and the cupola is worth the hike. We skip the queue and did the stairs all the way. Be warned, the last leg is a tight squeeze, and the wall slope, very discombobulating 😆. The tour organisers we're really friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend. 👌
Keith_P, Nov 2025
Wear comfortable shoes.Be prepared for a slow walk with the crowds in where the tombs are, as so many people stop to take pictures and it’s quite a small area in parts. And get “skip the line” tickets as the queues were horrendous, particularly if it’s hot.
Paul_D, Jun 2026
A fun educational experience.
Guide Mariana was well understood and funny too. Definitely recommended.
Auto-translated
From $17.49
per personup to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Compare Similar Experiences
Current
Skip the Line St. Peters Basilica and Papal Tombs Entry Ticket
26
3 hours
Free Cancellation
From
$17.49
Customers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
Attractions in Vatican City, Italy
- St. Peter's Square Tours & Tickets
- La Pietà Tours & Tickets
- Sistine Chapel Tours & Tickets
- Vatican Museums Tours & Tickets
- Vatican City (Citta del Vaticano) Tours & Tickets
- St. Peter's Dome (Cupola di San Pietro) Tours & Tickets
- St. Peter's Basilica Tours & Tickets
- St. Peter's Baldachin (Baldacchino di San Pietro) Tours & Tickets
- Vatican Gardens Tours & Tickets
More attractions near Vatican City, Italy