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Rome: St Peter's Basilica Tour with Optional Dome Access

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Join a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica with fast-track entry. See its treasures and uncover hidden secrets. Optionally, upgrade to the Dome access with elevator for panoramic views of the city.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
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  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    2-3 hours
  • Includes
    • Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica
    • Access to the Dome with elevator (If option selected)
    • Passionate and Professional Licensed Tour Guide
    • Audio System for Hearing the Tour Guide Clearly
    • Exclusive digital content available on the Crown Tours app
    • Entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Food & Drinks
    • Gratuities
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • An expert-led tour of St. Peter's Basilica, an architectural masterpiece.
  • Be amazed by the beautiful mosaics, majestic columns, and luxurious chapels.
  • Discover the basilica's evolution from early Christianity to the Baroque era.
  • Choose the Dome Terrace option with elevator access for breathtaking views of Eternal city
  • Admire famous artworks of Michelangelo's Pietà & Bernini’s Baldacchino

Description

Step into one of the most breathtaking places in the world with a guided visit to St. Peter’s Basilica, the largest church on Earth. With priority access, you’ll avoid the crowds that immediately set the tone for a special experience.

Meet your guide outside Vatican City, venture inside, and immerse yourself in the home of the Catholic Church, St. Peter's Basilica. Gaze at the colorful marble, golden ceilings, and intricate mosaics that surround you. Listen as your guide teaches you about the site and its artwork.

Admire works of art that rise above holy papal tombs and the necropolis of St. Peter, such as Michelangelo's "La Pietà," a stunning Michelangelo sculpture created by the artist when he was just 24, or Bernini’s "Baldacchino," the ornate bronze canopy that sits above St. Peter’s high altar.

For those who want to take their experience to the next level, the Dome Terrace option with elevator access offers a chance to admire Rome from above. Enjoy sweeping panoramic views of the Eternal City as you ascend. This is more than just a tour. It’s a journey through centuries of art, history, and devotion, brought to life in a personal and inspiring way.

At the summit, take in breathtaking 360-degree views of Vatican City, Rome, and its famous seven hills.

Good to know before you go
  • This attraction uses nominative tickets, so all guests must provide the correct names of all participants when booking. IDs will be checked at the venue upon entry.
  • Please ensure that minors and adults are indicated correctly.
  • For the dome climb, please keep in mind, the elevator takes you partway up; to reach the very top of the dome, you’ll need to climb an additional 320 steps through narrow and steep stairways.
  • This activity is not recommended for visitors with heart conditions, breathing difficulties, claustrophobia, vertigo, pregnant women, or those with reduced mobility.
  • St. Peter's Basilica is subject to closure without prior notice due to exceptional religious events.
  • Please be advised that access to St. Peter's Basilica requires waiting in line. Neither our tour nor the Basilica offers a skip-the-line feature.
  • Pets are not allowed during the activity.
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St. Peter's Basilica English Guided Tour

St Peters Basilica Guided Tour with Dome Access

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
2. When will I receive the confirmation of my booking?
You will receive an email notification right after your successful payment. If you don't see it in your inbox, check your spam or junk mail folder. When the payment is completed you have the option to download your ticket directly.
3. Are mobile tickets enough or do I have to print them?
Tickets don't need to be printed. You can show your ticket from your smartphone as a PDF.
  • Adults
    18-99 years
  • Children
    7-17 years
  • Infants
    0-6 years
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