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Vatican City: St. Peter's Basilica Audio Tour

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About the activity

Explore St. Peter's Basilica with an audio guide. Learn about the history and art of the basilica, and climb to the top of the dome for a panoramic view of St. Peter's Square and Rome.

  • 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.
  • Host or greeter
    English, French, Italian
  • Valid
    1 day
  • Includes
    • Entrance to St. Peter’s Basilica
    • Audio guide in multiple languages
    • English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Portuguese, Dutch, Chinese
    • Climb to the dome
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • Discover the history and art of St. Peter's Basilica with an audio guide
  • Hear about the significance of the basilica to the Catholic Church and the world
  • Admire the grandeur of the basilica's architecture and the art within
  • See Michelangelo's Pietà, Bernini's Baldachin, and the dome designed by Michelangelo

Description

HOW TO USE:

You will receive the codes on your WHATSAPP with a link to install the Audio Guide app 24 hours prior to the day of booking.
All you have to do is open the app and paste the codes to activate the Audio Guide.

Once activated, click on the top right corner for the Audio Guide to be completely downloaded on your device. (One code per person)

Remember to Turn Off the silence mode on your device to access the audio without any hassle.

You must download the audio guide to your smartphone one day before the activity.

What to Bring:

Earphones
Smartphone with a fully charged battery

Important Information:

The elevator will take you to the first level of the Dome, but reaching the top requires climbing approximately 300 steps. As a result, the tour is not suitable for children under 7, adults over 75, or individuals with claustrophobia, vertigo, or mobility issues.
To enter Vatican City, you must pass through a security checkpoint. During peak season, wait times can be up to 150 minutes.

Good to know before you go
  • The basilica is a place of worship; appropriate clothing is required (shoulders and knees must be covered).
  • Security checks are mandatory for all visitors.
  • The audio guide is available in multiple languages; please specify your preferred language at the time of booking.
  • St. Peter's Basilica may be subject to unforeseen closures by the Vatican. In such cases, efforts will be made to inform participants in advance.
  • The climb to the dome involves many steps; it is recommended only for those in good physical condition.
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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.
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