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St. Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour with Papal Tombs and Pietà

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$18.17 /person
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Discover the beauty and history of St. Peter’s Basilica with a fully guided experience led by a licensed guide.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
  • Instant confirmation & Mobile tickets
    Receive your ticket right away. Use your phone or print your voucher.
  • Live guiding
    English, French, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    1.5 hours
  • Includes
    • Expert-guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica and Vatican Grottoes
    • Access to the Papal Tombs, the final resting place of 90 popes
    • Detailed insights into the Basilica’s history, art, and architecture
    • Up-close view of Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s masterpieces
    • Dedicated meeting point near St. Peter’s Basilica for a smooth start
    • Assistance from local staff for check-in and tour coordination
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Choice to climb the dome (entry ticket purchased separately on-site)
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Explore St. Peter’s Basilica with an expert guide and uncover its history
  • Visit the Vatican Grottoes, home to St. Peter’s tomb and 90 papal burial sites
  • See Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s sculptures, and stunning mosaics up close
  • Enjoy a seamless experience with a dedicated meeting point and expert-led tour

Description

Discover the beauty and history of St. Peter’s Basilica with a fully guided experience led by a licensed guide.

After booking, you will receive your confirmation with all the necessary details for your visit. On the day of the activity, please arrive at the designated meeting point in Piazza del Risorgimento, in the center of the square next to the green kiosk bar, where our team will welcome you and assist with check-in.

Once checked in, you will join your group and meet your licensed guide, who will accompany you throughout the visit inside St. Peter’s Basilica. During the tour, you will explore one of the most important religious and artistic landmarks in the world, discovering its history, masterpieces, and architectural significance through engaging and detailed explanations.

Please note that this is a fully guided experience inside the Basilica.

Dome access is not included in this tour, and no visit to the Dome will take place.

Important Information

All visitors must pass through mandatory security checks, including metal detectors, before entering St. Peter’s Basilica. These controls are managed exclusively by Vatican authorities and cannot be bypassed under any circumstances.

As a result, waiting times may occur and can vary depending on seasonality, crowd levels, and any religious ceremonies or special events taking place inside the Basilica.

The total duration of the experience is therefore directly dependent on the time required to pass security checks, which are entirely outside the control of our agency.

Good to know before you go
  • Important Information
  • All visitors must pass through mandatory security checks, including metal detectors, before entering St. Peter’s Basilica. These controls are managed exclusively by Vatican authorities and cannot be bypassed under any circumstances.
  • As a result, waiting times may occur and can vary depending on seasonality, crowd levels, and any religious ceremonies or special events taking place inside the Basilica.
  • The total duration of the experience is therefore directly dependent on the time required to pass security checks, which are entirely outside the control of our agency.
  • A dress code applies: shoulders and knees must be covered to enter the Basilica.
  • In case of cancellation, you’ll receive a rescheduled tour or a full refund.
Meeting point

Vatican: St. Peter’s Basilica & Papal Tombs Tour

Vatican: St. Peter’s Basilica & Papal Tombs Tour

Vatican: St. Peter’s Basilica & Papal Tombs Tour

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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
    6-17 years
  • Infants
    0-5 years
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