Italy / Rome
St. Peter's Basilica Express Guided Tour
Tour Category : Historical Tours , Landmark Tours
Discover one of Rome's top sights on a tour of St. Peter's Basilica. Learn interesting facts about late Renaissance church and descend into the heart of its foundations to explore the Vatican Tombs.
Tour Duration
1.00 Hour
Tour Location
St. Peter's Basilica Express Guided Tour - Rome
Cancellation Policy
- A full refund can only be given if tickets are cancelled at least 7 days prior to your entry time and date
Tour Highlights
- Marvel at St. Peter's Basilica, a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture
- Learn about the world's largest Catholic church and the artworks housed here
- See the intricate mosaics that line the interior of the Basilica's large dome
- Head below ground to the Vatican Grottoes and see where St. Peter was buried
- Enjoy the freedom to explore on your own after this express tour of the Basilica
Tour Details
Meet your guide and set out on your express tour of St. Peter's Basilica. On your way, pass through St. Peter's Square, listening as your guide introduces you to the smallest country in the world, Vatican City.
Enter the Basilica after passing through a security check and discover the ancient treasures housed here. Learn about the history of the church and see Michelangelo's Pietà, Bernini's statues, and the incredible mosaics that adorn the great dome.
Next, follow your guide as you head below ground and enter the Vatican Grottoes. Discover the papal tombs located below St. Peter's Basilica as well as the tomb of St. Peter.
Your express tour comes to an end next to a nearby fountain with drinkable water. From here you can decide whether to revisit the church or purchase a ticket to climb the dome for panoramic views of Rome.
Tour Include
- Tour of St. Peter's Square
- Tour of St, Peter's Basilica
- Tour of Vatican Grottoes
- Guided Tour
Tour Exclude
- Ticket to climb the dome €10 per person, available for purchase at the Basilica
Important Notes
Not allowed
- Alcohol and drugs
- Short skirts
- Shorts
- Sleeveless shirts
Meeting point
- Make sure to check your email for instructions and credentials to access the tour
The tour is not suitable for
- Children under 3s are not allowed.
- The tour is not recommended for individuals aged 60 and above.
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