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St. Peter’s Basilica Priority Access Tour with Dome & Crypt

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About the activity

Access all areas of St. Peter's Basilica with priority entry and immerse yourself in the history and architecture of one of the most important religious monuments in the world.

  • Free cancellation
    Cancel up to 7 days 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.
  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    165 minutes
  • Includes
    • Guided tour
    • Guide
    • Pre-reserved tickets to the dome at St. Peter’s Basilica
    • Hotel pickup and drop off
    • Tips
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Get priority reserved access to St. Peter's Basilica.
  • Experience St. Peter's Square before the crowds arrive.
  • See stunning views of Rome from the top of the basilica.
  • Explore Rome's most famous church in exquisite detail.
  • Get an up-close look at the beautiful mosaics.

Description

Beat the crowds and admire St. Peter's Basilica in all its glory as you explore the solemn grandeur at the heart of the Vatican. With a small group, special reserved access, an up-close look at the cathedral, and a visit to the papal tombs, you get these remarkable sights almost to yourself.

Meet your guide just outside the entrance to St. Peter's Square and head past the crowds, straight into the grand Renaissance-era elegance of the basilica. An elevator carries you to the dome's first terrace, where you're surrounded by its beautiful artwork, and then 231 steps lead you up to one of the best views you can get of the city of Rome—from the square below you all the way across the Tiber.

Next, it's time for a journey through the basilica itself as your guide shows you the grandeur that defines one of the holiest sites in the Catholic world. Admire the exquisite detail of the baldachin designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, standing amid the space designed by Michelangelo, and then visit the famous bronze statue of St. Peter with the keys to heaven in his hand.

Another special experience is waiting for you beneath the basilica as your guide gives you a rare look at the crypts of the Vatican grotto. With more than 100 tombs holding popes, Catholic monarchs, and famous figures, the crypts let you look back through almost 2,000 years of the church's history before you part ways with your guide at the tour's end.

Good to know before you go
  • After the terrace where the elevator stops, there are still 320 steps to climb to reach the very top
  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour, it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers
  • Starting December 2024, access to St. Peter's Basilica may be limited due to the Vatican's Jubilee Year 2025, which includes special events and ceremonies. These closures are determined by the Vatican
  • All participants must provide their full names at the time of booking. Names must match ID/Passport. Failure to supply this information will lead to the cancellation of your booking.
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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 7 days 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
    15-99 years
  • Children
    2-14 years
  • Infants
    0-1 years
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