Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Express Guided Tour

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Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Express Guided Tour

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Discover one of Rome's top sights on a tour of St. Peter's Basilica. Learn interesting facts about late Renaissance church and descend into the heart of its foundations to explore the Vatican Tombs.

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Highlights

Marvel at St. Peter's Basilica, a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture
Learn about the world's largest Catholic church and the artworks housed here
See the intricate mosaics that line the interior of the Basilica's large dome
Head below ground to the Vatican Grottoes and see where St. Peter was buried
Enjoy the freedom to explore on your own after this express tour of the Basilica

Description

Meet your guide and set out on your express tour of St. Peter's Basilica. On your way, pass through St. Peter's Square, listening as your guide introduces you to the smallest country in the world, Vatican City. Enter the Basilica after passing through a security check and discover the ancient treasures housed here. Learn about the history of the church and see Michelangelo's Pietà, Bernini's statues, and the incredible mosaics that adorn the great dome. Next, follow your guide as you head below ground and enter the Vatican Grottoes. Discover the papal tombs located below St. Peter's Basilica as well as the tomb of St. Peter. Your express tour comes to an end next to a nearby fountain with drinkable water. From here you can decide whether to revisit the church or purchase a ticket to climb the dome for panoramic views of Rome.

Includes

Tour of St. Peter's Square Tour of St, Peter's Basilica Tour of Vatican Grottoes Guided Tour

Important Information

Everyone entering the basilica must pass through the security check that can take anywhere between 10 - 50 minutes, depending on the season and events Vatican City imposes a dress code for entry into the Basilica, which requires covered shoulders and knees If the tour is canceled, you will be offered a tour on an alternative date or a full refund