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Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Tour

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Discover Rome's iconic St. Peter's Basilica. Dive into its incredible art and history, then explore the mysterious Vatican Tombs to uncover the hidden secrets of this iconic site.

  • Free cancellation
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  • Audio guide
    Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Live guiding
    English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish (depends on selected option)
  • Duration
    1.5-2 hours
  • Includes
    • Walking tour of St. Peter's Square
    • Walking tour of St. Peter's Basilica
    • Walking tour of Vatican Grottoes
    • Licensed Guide
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Explore St. Peter’s Basilica with a licensed expert guide
  • Admire Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s Baldachin up close
  • Visit the Vatican Grottoes and see papal tombs, including Saint Peter
  • Learn the rich history of the church of St. Peter and its role in Rome
  • Enjoy a fast, informative cultural tour of Vatican City’s top landmark

Description

Experience the wonders of St. Peter's Basilica on a fully guided tour led by an expert local guide. Explore the spiritual heart of Vatican City and discover why this is one of the most visited landmarks in Rome.

Admire Michelangelo's Pietà, Bernini's majestic Baldachin, and the intricate mosaics that decorate this sacred space. Learn the story behind the Basilica di San Pietro, a true masterpiece of Renaissance architecture.

Uncover the hidden secrets, cultural significance, and religious history of the world’s most iconic papal basilica. Choose your preferred language — English, French, or Spanish — and enjoy a guided experience designed for every traveler.

Meet your guide at our designated meeting point to begin your St. Peter’s Basilica Rome tour. As you walk through Vatican City, your guide shares fascinating insights into this unique location and its deep connection to faith and history.

After a quick security check, enter the church of St. Peter and explore its artistic and architectural treasures. Then descend into the Vatican Grottoes, the final resting place of saints and popes, including Saint Peter himself.

Finish your guided tour near a tranquil fountain, where you can choose to revisit the basilica at your own pace or buy a separate ticket to climb the St. Peter’s dome for panoramic views of Rome.

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Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Tour in English

Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Tour with French Guide

Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Tour with Spanish Guide

St. Peters Basilica Guided tour In German

St. Peters Basilica Guided tour In Portuguese

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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
    19-99 years
  • Children
    0-18 years
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