St. Peter’s Basilica: Guided Tour + Dome & Vatican Grottoes Access

The meeting point may vary. Always check the tickets we sent you to confirm the final details before the activity.

Meeting point:

Piazza Della Città Leonina 5/6

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• Entry to St. Peter's Basilica is free of charge. In peak times, you could wait in line for up to 2 hours to enter
• Not suitable for wheelchair users or those with mobility issues, heart conditions, vertigo, or claustrophobia
• Cover your knees and shoulders
• Bring a Passport / ID card
• The Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Vatican Necropolis are not part of this tour
• The elevator of the Dome only takes you to the first balcony; to climb up to the main Dome, you will have to use the stairs (320 steps), which require 20 extra minutes
• The St. Peter's Basilica Dome might not be accessible during bad weather conditions
• You have to pass through a metal detector security check before entering St Peter's Basilica
• The Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Vatican Necropolis are not part of this tour
• Entrance to St. Peter’s Basilica is free. This ticket grants access through a designated entry point but does not include skip-the-line privileges
• Wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees. If your clothing does not comply with the rules, you may be denied entry
• Some parts might not be accessible & are subject to unexpected closures until further notice due to the site’s restrictions
• As per the attraction’s regulations, please provide full names (as on your passport) and date of birth when booking.
• All guests must undergo airport-style security. During high season, the wait may be up to 2 hours
• The elevator to the Dome only goes up to the first balcony. To get to the main Dome, you will need to use the stairs

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