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St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour

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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This is an intimate and extensive St. Peter's Basilica tour, for anyone of great interest of architecture, religion and churches.

The tour includes
St Peters Square & St Peters Bailica

All our groups are 20 people or less and your expert guide will take you around.

This will be the highlight of your vacation!

Suitable for all ages

What's Included

  • Headsets
  • Expert tourguide
  • Tips
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Piazza del Risorgimento
00193 Roma RM, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Piazza San Pietro
00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

The tour ends inside St. Peters Basilica by the Papal Crypt

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St. Peter's Square

Your St. Peter's Basilica tour starts early in the morning or lunch hour with a stroll around St. Peters Square and an introduction to the Swiss Guard. This is an intimate and extensive tour for clients who loves art, architecture and amazing churches. This will be the highlight of your vacation.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. Peter's Basilica

Time for the dome! We take the elevator ride to the first level, from there its 281 steps up to the top of the dome. From the top you'll see the most incredible views over St. Peter's Square and across the Tiber river to the ancient part of Rome
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

St. Peter's Baldachin

You will see St. Peter's Baldachin its a large Baroque sculpted bronze canopy. The Baldachin is at the center of the crossing, and directly under the dome of the basilica. Designed by the Italian artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini. It was built to mark, in a monumental way, the place of St. Peter's tomb underneath. Under the canopy is the high altar of the basilica
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

La Pieta

The Pieta is a work of Renaissance sculpture by Michelangelo. The sculpture is made in Carrara marble its situated in the first chapel on the north side of after the entrance of the basilica. This work of art is the body of Jesus on the lap of his mother Mary after the Crucifixion. It's the only piece Michelangelo ever signed
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the St. Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-48843P21

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What's Included

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  • Headsets
  • Expert tourguide
  • Tips

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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