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St. Peter’s Basilica: Audio Guide with Pre-Reserved Ticket

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About the activity

Wander freely with insightful audio commentary in your ears. A perfect match for curious, independent travelers.

  • 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.
  • Skip the line
    Get priority entry.
  • Duration
    1 hour
  • Includes
    • St. Peter's Audio Guide
    • St. Peter's Audio Guide and Pre-Reserved Access
    • St. Peter's Audio Guide and Pre-Reserved Access with Dome Access Ticket (if option selected)
    • Guided tour with a live guide
    • Food and beverages
    • Transportation to and from the site
    • Earphones and mobile devices
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Multilingual audio guide for insights into art, history, and architecture.
  • Climb Michelangelo's Dome for stunning views of Rome and Vatican City.
  • Entrance ticket to skip the line
  • Marvel at Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling & The Last Judgment
  • Discover the Gallery of Maps, Tapestries & ancient Roman sculptures

Description

Explore the Grandeur of St. Peter’s Basilica with an Audio Guide

Step into one of the world’s most iconic landmarks and experience its awe-inspiring beauty at your own pace. With a multilingual audio guide, uncover captivating stories behind St. Peter’s Basilica’s rich history, magnificent art, and breathtaking architecture.

What You’ll Discover Inside:

Michelangelo’s Pietà
Marvel at this exquisite marble sculpture—a Renaissance masterpiece portraying the Virgin Mary cradling the body of Jesus.

Bernini’s Baldachin
Stand beneath the towering bronze canopy over the high altar, a striking symbol of Baroque brilliance.

The Papal Altar
See the spiritual heart of the Basilica, where the Pope himself celebrates Mass.

Enhance Your Visit with Optional Upgrades:

Option: Dome Access
Climb to the top of Michelangelo’s iconic Dome and take in sweeping views of St. Peter’s Square, the Vatican Gardens, and the Rome skyline—an unforgettable experience from above.

Good to know before you go
  • Dress Code: covered shoulders and knees.
  • Duration: Self-guided, typically 1.5–2.5 hours (depending on your pace).
  • All visitors must pass through airport-style security.
  • During high season the waiting time for security and the elevators can be longer.
  • The Basilica of Saint Peter is closed on Wednesdays Mornings and during religious holidays.
  • Please note that during the Jubilee year the Basilica of Saint Peter may observe different unexpected closures.
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Audio Guide and Pre-Reserved Entry

Audio Guide, Pre-Reserved Entry & 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. What does the 'skip the line' ticket mean?
'Skip the line' tickets provide the fastest possible entry with no or very little queuing.
4. 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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