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Explore the wonders of St. Peter’s Basilica, admire its masterpieces with an audioguide, and upgrade to climb the Dome for panoramic views of the Basilica and the Eternal City.

Highlights

• Start your visit smoothly with reserved access to St. Peter’s Basilica
• Marvel at masterpieces like Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s Baldachin
• Enjoy a self-guided visit with the official audioguide app
• Upgrade to climb St. Peter’s Dome for breath-taking city views
• Start your visit stress-free with guided escort to the entrance

Description

Step inside St. Peter’s Basilica, the heart of Vatican City and one of the most visited religious sites in the world. Inside, you can admire Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s Baldachin, and the magnificent dome designed by Michelangelo that dominates Rome’s skyline. The Basilica is an active place of worship, and entry is free of charge. This experience includes reserved access to the general queue, helping you enter more quickly and start your visit smoothly. Please note that all visitors must pass through mandatory security checks, and during high season, religious events, or special ceremonies, waiting times at security can still exceed one hour. On arrival at the Touristation kiosk at Piazza del Risorgimento, your host will greet you and escort you to the entrance of St. Peter’s Basilica. They will provide all the essential information for your visit, share useful tips for exploring the Basilica efficiently, and give you access to the official audioguide for a self-guided experience. This experience is ideal for travelers who prefer to explore independently and make the most of their time without joining a large group. It’s perfect for those interested in art, history, and architecture who want to discover St. Peter’s Basilica at their own pace. You can also enhance your visit by adding the climb to St. Peter’s Dome. The ticket includes elevator access to the first level, making part of the ascent easier, and offers panoramic views over the Basilica, Vatican City, and the city of Rome from the top.

Includes

St Peter's Basilica Entry Escort to the entrance of St. Peter’s Basilica by Touristation staff (no skip-the-line access) St. Peter’s Basilica audio guide app (self-guided, not a live guided tour) Ancient Rome multimedia video Elevator access to St. Peter’s Dome (if option selected)

Important Information

• This is not a guided tour or a skip-the-line entrance ticket A Touristation staff member personally escorts you to the entrance of St. Peter’s Basilica Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time indicated on your booking Check in at the Touristation kiosk in Piazza del Risorgimento, located in front of the Foot Locker store Entry to St. Peter’s Basilica is free of charge, as it is a church The booked package includes assistance to access the Basilica but does not provide priority entry or bypass security checks Waiting times may be longer during high season, special events, or religious celebrations and can exceed one hour Shoulders and knees must be covered to enter the Basilica, as it is a sacred site A valid ID or passport is required for each participant Bring your own headphones to enjoy the audio guide app on your mobile device

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund