Attractions & guided tours

St. Peter's Basilica and Dome Guided Tour with Breakfast

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$58.00

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Language: English

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Duration: 3 hours

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Why you’ll love this…

Learn everything about St. Peter's Basilica with an art historian guide
Climb the stairs to the top of St. Peter's Dome with your included tickets
Enjoy panoramic views of St. Peter's Square and Rome from a height of 136 meters
See Michelangelo's stunning Pietà and Bernini's magnificent Baldacchino up close
Enjoy a coffee or juice at the start of your tour

What to expect

Embark on an unforgettable journey through time with a guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City led by an art historian. Discover the top of the dome and admire the intricate interior mosaics up close while your guide shares the fascinating history of this Renaissance-style church.

To start your tour, have breakfast at the Al San Michele café, which serves as the meeting point. Enjoy a delicious Italian coffee and croissant while you get to know your guide and fellow travelers before embarking on this unforgettable journey through one of the world's most iconic attractions. Discover the colorful marble, golden ceilings, and the impressive Michelangelo's Pietà while your guide shares stories about the history of this Renaissance-style church.

As you climb higher to the St. Peter's Basilica Dome, marvel at the panoramic views of St. Peter's Square and the Vatican Gardens from a height of 136 meters. From the top of the dome, spot iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and Castel Sant'Angelo, while your guide brings the history and architecture of each site to life.

Descend directly into St. Peter's Basilica and enjoy your guide revealing all the secrets of the Basilica's 150-year reconstruction, helping you understand the significance of this landmark.

What's included

Drinks
Guided tour
Headsets (to hear the guide)
Entrance ticket
Downloadable APP

What's not included

Skip-the-line ticket

Where

Borgo Santo Spirito, 17, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

Meeting point:

The meeting point is located at Cafè "Al San Michele" at 7.45 am.

What to remember

Not suitable for:

This tour is not recommended for those who suffer from claustrophobia

Not allowed:

Please observe the strict dress code for the Basilica; no shorts or sleeveless shirts are allowed
There will be an airport-style security check before you enter St. Peter's Basilica; please leave liquids and sharp items at home and carry your possessions in a lightweight bag (you may be refused entrance to St. Peter's Basilica if you do not follow this)

Know in advance:

It is the responsibility of all visitors to be at the meeting point 15 minutes before tour departure; guests arriving after departure cannot be accommodated, and missed tours or tickets cannot be refunded
Please note that you won’t have to climb all the stairs to the Dome; the elevator saves you 171 steps
The approximate duration of the tour is around 3 hours while the the dome elevator and climbing part typically takes approximately 40 minutes
This tour is not available on Wednesdays and Sundays due to the Papal mass that takes place in the morning
Your visit inside St Peter's Basilica and the Domb will be led by a tour guide. You have the option to explore the Papal Tombs independently with a complimentary digital audio tour

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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