Vatican: St. Peter’s Basilica Skip-The-Line Guided Tour

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See the highlights of St. Peter's Basilica, the spiritual heart of Christianity, on a guided tour in Rome. Visit the Vatican Grottoes underneath the Basilica, where the tomb of St. Peter is located.

Highlights

  • Skip-The-Line Officl Entry Visit with our Guides
  • Explore the Late Renaissance church of St. Peter's Basilica with a guide
  • See many masterpieces of Renaissance art, including Michelangelo's Pietà
  • Go down to the Vatican Grottoes located on the lower level of the Basilica
  • Take an optional climb to the top of the Dome for a beautiful view in Rome

Description

Join a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica, an ancient book of wonders in Rome. Learn about the history of the church and get introduced to Vatican City, the smallest country in the world. Discover the majesty of St. Peter’s Basilica, the world’s largest church and a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture, with an expert guide. With official skip-the-line entry tickets, bypass the long queues and head straight inside to admire Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s magnificent Baldachin, and the awe-inspiring dome. Learn the fascinating history, art, and spiritual significance of the basilica as your guide leads you through its most important chapels and treasures. This small-group experience ensures a more personal visit, saving valuable time so you can make the most of your stay in the Vatican City. Explore the golden plated ceiling, optical illusions, Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s statues, and incredible mosaics, immersing yourself in a world full of magic, spirituality, and beauty. After a thorough tour of the church, head down to the Vatican Grottoes. See the tomb of St. Peter, the final resting place of 90 popes, and the remaining columns from Constantine’s original basilica. Finish the tour to a graceful fountain with drinkable water. Finally, enjoy the option to return inside the church and revisit what you saw, or climb the dome and soak in a panoramic view of Rome.

Includes

24h Customers Care 24h Digital Assistance Hosted Meeting Point Official Guided Tour Skip the Line Entry Ticket

Important Information

  • Everyone entering the basilica must pass through the security check metal detectors. The lines to pass the security checks before entering the basilica cannot be skipped and may take anywhere between 10-50 minutes There is a dress code for entry into the Basilica, which requires covered shoulders and knees The ticket does not include the climb to the dome, which costs €10 per person. These tickets are sold directly at its entrance and cannot be reserved online Refunds in case of a no-show at the meeting point are not provided If the tour is canceled, you will get the option to choose an alternative date or a full refund

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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