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St. Peter's Basilica & Vatican Grottoes: Guided Tour

4.50

(1152)

1 hour and 20 minutes

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Guide: German, English, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese

Access to St. Peter's Basilica
Access to the Vatican Grottoes
Live guide
Guided tour
Headset to hear the guide

Access to the Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
Skip-the-line service
Guided tour of St Peter's dome

Guide: German, English, Spanish, French, Italian and Portuguese

Access to St. Peter's Basilica
Access to the Vatican Grottoes
Live guide
Guided tour
Headset to hear the guide

Access to the Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
Skip-the-line service
Guided tour of St Peter's dome

Enjoy a captivating tour around one of the most impressive sights in Rome

Take a journey through the captivating architectural wonder of St. Peter's Square and uncover the grand optical illusions crafted by the renowned designer, Bernini.

Step inside the iconic Basilica and be astounded by its grandiose magnificence. Admire the exquisite mosaics that adorn the walls and see why it took 150 years to rebuild!

Explore the captivating masterpieces of Renaissance and Neoclassic art with your personal guide, and appreciate the resplendent 30-meter high canopy. Be amazed by the expressive power and ethereal beauty of Michelangelo's renowned Pietà.

Descend into the underground grottoes and see St. Peter's tomb. Touch the ancient walls of the original 4th-century basilica and admire the beautiful frescoes.

Meeting point:

5 Largo del Colonnato

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Instructions

Meet your guide in Largo del Colonnato nr. 5, outside the Basilica and outside the Square of St. Peter's, before entering the security checks
* Look for a member of staff holding a yellow label with TOURIKS
* Do not go through the metal detectors before meeting the guide
* Bring your own wired headphones (just in case)
* To access St. Peter's Basilica, please consider that from June to the end of August there could be long lines
* PLEASE NOTE: In the event that the grottoes or certain areas of St. Peter’s Basilica are closed, your guide will adapt the itinerary (by highlighting alternative sites and artworks). The overall duration and quality of the tour will remain unchanged.

Not wheelchair-accessible
Tour subject to weather and liturgical events
Entry to St. Peter’s Basilica is free of charge; however, please note that the security check lines at the entrance cannot be skipped and may take between 15 and 120 minutes
Part of the line for the security check may be under the sun. Please consider bringing a hat, sunscreen, and water
Strollers are not allowed inside the Basilica
Pets are not allowed
A late arrival will be considered as non-attendance
Please note that there's a mandatory security check at the St. Peter’s Basilica (waiting times may occur)
Large bags and backpacks aren't allowed
Knees and shoulders must be covered
No hats or sunglasses
Low-cut or sleeveless tops or shorts aren't allowed
No clothing with rips, tears, or transparent material
In case of delay, there'll be no refund

Operator: Ande Srl

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St. Peter's Basilica & Vatican Grottoes: Guided Tour

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