Saint Peter's Basilica Semiprivate Tour with privileged access
Overview
- The tour will start on St. Peter's square, one of the most iconic places. The tour guide will illustrate its relevance, history and architecture
- You will have privileged access to St. Peter's Basilica and start the visit from the Papal Tombs located below the church, where you'll be able to see the Apostle's resting site.
- You will visit the Basilica's most important chapels and monuments, including Bernini's Baldacchino, where the Pope himself serves mass, and Michelangelo's Pietà.
- You'll be able to spend time in front of John Paul II's tomb
- At the end of the tour you can explore the Basilica by yourself, climb up to the Dome or do some shopping in the available souvenir shops
What's Included
- Headsets
- Experienced Guide
- Tips
Meeting Location
Piazza del Risorgimento
00193 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza San Pietro
00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City
What To Expect
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St. Peter's Square
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
La Pieta
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Baldacchino di San Pietro, Di Bernini
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Headsets.
- Experienced Guide.
- Tips.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Saint Peter's Basilica Semiprivate Tour with privileged access is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Saint Peter’s Basilica Semiprivate Tour with privileged access will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Headsets
- Experienced Guide
- Tips
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
