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Michelangelo's Tour: St. Peter's Dome & Basilica

Vatican City, Italy
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Combine the majesty of the Vatican with dazzling views from St. Peter’s Dome on this private half-day tour, led by a professional art historian guide. Explore the Vatican Museums, including the Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, admire the mosaics inside St. Peter’s Dome, and enjoy sweeping views from its highest point, then explore St. Peter’s Basilica. Includes skip-the-line tickets.
  • See the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with an art historian
  • Get to know Rome’s landmarks from above from St. Peter’s Dome
  • A private tour lets you ask as many questions as you like
  • Skip past the long ticket lines thanks to priority entry slots

What's Included

  • Local taxes
  • Local guide
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • Private tour
  • Private transportation
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • St. Peter Square Obelisk
    Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

    Please meet your guide at the obelisk situated in St Peter's Square. The guide will be holding a sign with your name on it.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

1

St. Peter's Basilica

1 hour Admission Ticket Included

2

St. Peter's Basilica

1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. If the Dome is closed due to poor weather, you will be given the option for an alternative path inside the Museums, but no refunds if one of the areas is closed will be given.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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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