Rome: St. Peter’s Dome, Basilica, and Tomb Private Tour

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Two Hours Just for You. This private tour provides exclusive access to St.Peter's Basilica, its dome and grottoes - including entry tickets. Meet your guide near quiet but majestic St. Peter's Square in the morning peacefulness before crowd descends. Embark on this unique journey to explore some of the Vatican City's most awe-inspiring treasures housed in St'Peter’s Dome and Basilica with the assistance of a professional guide.The focus is intimate giving you significant insights about both places that transcend conventional information which are shared commonly.And yes, there is more! Board an elevator destined to transport you all up into first floor level of our iconic dome and reach viewing balcony. Get a load of the inside view of the basilica's dome, spotlighting Bernini’s canopy and those insane mosaics that circle around it. After that, get ready to burn off some calories by climbing up the twisty staircase to reach the top (320 steps). Imagine this - you're standing atop the highest vantage point in Rome, 448 ft up. You take a sweeping look over the sprawling cityscape; below you are the beautiful Vatican Gardens begging for admiration. Now morph your focus, come down from that giant dome and enter into a sanctuary of artistic reverence —the Basilica. Herein await masterpieces like Michelangelo's Pietà poised to steal breaths away.Next on our journey is descending deeper underground into Grottoes and crypts rich with history, leading solemnly to St Peter’s tomb - an experience not short of profound awe! This comprehensive two-hour guided tour lets you unearth one of world's most remarkable places best manner possible.Breaking it all down:You start at St.Peter's Square (15 minutes). From there we ascend high up to St.Peter's Dome (60 minutes), then back down our path takes us through corridors lined by gilded pieces before ending deep under basilica touring Crypts,Grottoes & yep,you guessed right—St.Peter’s Tomb lasting good another 45 mins!

Includes

• "Let's take a guided tour
• "Expert guide in art history
• "Passes to Enter St. Peter's Basilica
• "Entry tickets and elevator for the Dome at St. Peter's Basilica
• "Checking out St. Peter's Tomb
• "Help right at your location or in the office

Not includes

• "Pickup and drop-off from your hotel
• "Suggested Tips
• "Guided tours and tickets for the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel

What to bring

• Copies too, a passport or ID card can be used

Not allowed

• Pets
• Shorts
• "Big bags or suitcases
• "Mini skirts
• "Shirts without sleeves

Know before you go

• The visiting hours for St. Peter's Basilica may differ based on the availability during each particular time period. If the desired time slot is not immediately accessible, there is no need to worry. We will make sure that you are accommodated in the next available time slot.
• Within the organization, this particular activity can experience a fluctuation of approximately 20 to 30 minutes, which is influenced by several factors.
• Prepare yourself for a remarkable journey, my dear friend! You are about to embark on an exciting quest that involves climbing 320 steps. However, here's the intriguing part - once you start your climb, there will be no opportunity to stop or turn back.
• It is important to note that the authorities of Vatican City have the ability to close certain parts or even the entire basilica. This closure can happen unexpectedly, whether it be for religious ceremonies, heavy rain, or any other reason they find suitable. If such a closure does occur, you can be assured that a new schedule will be provided and a partial refund will be given.