Rome: St. Peter's Basilica & Dome Entry Ticket & Audio Tour

Your experience

Highlights

• An experience not to miss in Rome is climbing the steps of St. Peter’s Dome. The towering structure reaches an impressive height of 136 meters, granting you a breathtaking bird’s eye view of the sprawling metropolis below. Moreover, while discovering the basilica, you can deepen your knowledge about its past and meanings using an audio guide. On top of that, make sure to spare a few moments admiring Michelangelo’s Pietà as well as Bernini’s Baldacchino before leaving the church, and conclude your visit by looking at all the detailed mosaics covering the inner dome.

Full description

Take a look at St. Peter’s Basilica and Dome from an amazing 136-meter viewpoint that you have never seen before. In order to get a sense of the grandeur, it is advisable to go on a self-guided tour. St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City is considered the hub of religious symbolism and exemplary artistic talent that is unmatched throughout history.One of the most magnificent edifices to stand over the tomb of St. Peter is the basilica, commissioned by Pope Julius II. This symbolizes strength and devotion to faith as it fuses ages into a magnificent monolithic testament celebrating the apostle closest to Jesus Christ. In your journey through this hallowed place, what better way than to ascend to the dome where you can admire all the mosaics while listening to an audio guide recounting the history of this church?Ascending to the dome and getting lost in the scenic bird’s-eye view of St. Peter’s Square as well as the Vatican Gardens could be a great joy. And on your way, taking some time afterwards; there is a possibility that you will even see the Colosseum while discovering other ancient monuments that are spread throughout Rome. Last but not least, on coming down from the dome and savoring the fabulous works of art - Michelangelo's Pietà and Bernini's Baldacchino representing the tomb of St. Peter and earlier popes – you will surely return to this place later.Begin your exploration with a comprehensive audio tour comprising 27 major landmarks marked on a digital map allowing easy orientation. Marvel at the grandeur of its ornate interior walls decorated with countless mosaic pieces reflecting intricate designs. Don’t miss out on Michelangelo’s La Pieta, which is renowned not only for its impeccable craftsmanship but also for stirring strong emotions in anyone who lays eyes on it.Our goal is to provide you with all the information about the cost and give a fair assessment of our services. Here is a breakdown of the costs included in this package, so you can make an informed decision: - €10.00 for tickets to Saint Peter’s Basilica Dome with Elevator - €7.00 for an audioguide fee - €8.50 for an audioguide fee at the Dome - €3.00 for a Self-Guided Tour of The Vatican area in Rome

Includes

• Audio guide for St. Peter’s Basilica Dome and entrance to the same. Here, you can find a helpful self-guided free Vatican walking tour with a meeting point. Along with that, there are also bathrooms and facilities available.

Not includes

• Skip-the-line access, hotel pick-up/drop-off, transportation to/from attractions, live guide.

What to bring

• Headphones
• Although a smartphone does not need to be charged for 18 hours, anytime it is very low and must be charged, this can lead to damage to the phone.

Know before you go

• The dome top can only be reached on foot; the elevator doesn’t stop anywhere but on the ground level. So, to climb all those steps, you'd better not be seven years old or seventy-five. Also, you would suffer from claustrophobia or vertigo in any case.
• In case you want to go to the Vatican, you should also keep in mind that there are certain rules that you should adhere to. It does not suffice just by coming here and sightseeing. The initial information that you will inevitably receive from the Vatican will be after arriving at St. Peter’s Square; it will state, without any compromise or modification, that for both men and women low-cut shirts, sleeveless tops, or shorts are completely forbidden in this place, as long as their knees and shoulders are not covered. It is also advised not to visit this place during pregnancy or for people who have heart or spinal cord problems as it may aggravate their situation.
• I would not suggest people from all three groups go for a tour because if their situation changes after they start trekking, there is no help to be given on the trail. Of course, this does not mean that you will experience problems during your stay; unfortunately, I do not have access to information in this article.