Highlights
- Admire Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s Baldachin
- Learn about the history of the Vatican and the popes
- Visit the Papal Tombs beneath the basilica
- Meet your guide at the green kiosk in Piazza del Risorgimento
- Explore the spiritual and artistic heart of Vatican City
Description
Meet your guide at the green kiosk in Piazza del Risorgimento and begin your journey with an introduction to the history of St. Peter’s Square and the Vatican. From there, proceed together toward the basilica and enter this extraordinary masterpiece of Renaissance and Baroque architecture.
Inside, admire some of the most famous treasures of Christian art, including Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s magnificent Baldachin above the Papal Altar, and the countless sculptures, mosaics, chapels, and monuments that make St. Peter’s Basilica one of the world's most visited religious sites.
As your guide brings centuries of history to life, learn about the construction of the basilica, the lives of the popes, and the artistic genius behind its most celebrated works.
The tour concludes with a visit to the Papal Tombs beneath the basilica, where many popes are buried, offering a unique glimpse into the history of the Catholic Church.
Guests wishing to visit the Dome of St. Peter’s Basilica may purchase dome access directly on-site, subject to availability and the Vatican's operating conditions.
Includes
Guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica
Visit to the Papal Tombs
Hosted Meeing Point
24h Custmers Service
Excludes
Dome access tickets (On Site)
Important Information
- Appropriate attire is required for entry into the basilica (shoulders and knees must be covered).
All visitors must pass through airport-style security screening.
Security waiting times can vary considerably and are outside of our control.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
