St. Peter's Basilica & Vatican Grottoes: Guided Tour
(1091)
Price
From 24.00 €
Guide
English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish
Duration
1 hour and 20 minutes
Cancellation policy
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of the experience.
Description
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.
What's included?
Included
- Access to St. Peter's Basilica
- Access to the Vatican Grottoes
- Live guide
- Guided tour
- Headset to hear the guide
Not included
- Access to the Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
- Skip-the-line service
- Guided tour of St Peter's dome
Where
Meeting point: St. Peter's Basilica
5 Largo del Colonnato, 00193, Rome
- 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.
Important information
* Not wheelchair-accessible
* Tour subject to weather and liturgical events
* Entry to St. Peter's Basilica is free of charge. In peak times, you could wait in line for up to 25 minutes to enter
* 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
* 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.
* 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
From
24.00 €
