Vatican: St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour with Entry Tickets

Vatican: St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour with Entry Tickets

Join a guided tour to experience the art and history of St. Peter's Basilica. Awe Michelangelo's Pietà, admire the magnificent dome, and explore lesser-known stories—easily accessible by public transport and with ample time for your visit.

About this activity

  • document-signed_15399607 Cancellation policy

    Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

  • duration-alt_14246718 Duration

    1 - 2 hours

  • guide_13794414 Live tour guide

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  • calendar-salary_14227546 Reserve now & pay later

    Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.

Highlights

  • Marvel at Michelangelo's Pietà, a true masterpiece.
  • Guided tour with expert insights into art and history.
  • Discover the symbolism behind the basilica's artwork and sacred details.
  • Experience the grandeur of St. Peter's interiors and breathtaking architecture.
  • Learn about the transformation of the site from Roman times to the early Christian era

Your experience

Begin a guided visit to see the beauty of St.

Peter's Basilica, a church known all over for its great fame.

Walk through its grand halls with your guide and view Michelangelo's Pietà, the tall dome, and works of art that show many years of skill, belief, and history.

Learn the tales of the basilica’s building, of the popes who guided its growth, and of the signs hidden in its rich artwork.

Your added entry lets you take your time to explore this holy place.

This deep tour gives a lasting look at the heart of the Catholic faith and is one of Rome’s most prized jewels.

What's Included
  • Tour Guide (Optional)
  • Audio Guide (Optional)
  • Climb to the Dome (Optional)
  • Prebooked entrance tickets
  • Personal headsets to hear the guide clearly
  • Entry to St. Peter's Basilica
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
What's Excluded
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Necropolis and the Treasury Museum
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

To Remember

Not allowed

  • Shorts
  • Weapons or sharp objects
  • Short skirts
  • Sleeveless shirts
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Electric wheelchairs

Know before you go

  • Please note that St. Peter's Basilica is an active parish and is therefore subject to unforeseen closures for spiritual celebrations. In such cases we will, if possible, contact you in advance with an alternative tour time or itinerary.
  • Please note: All guests must go through an airport-style security check. During peak seasons, the wait time at security check can be up to 30 minutes.
Not Suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users
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