Expert Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican

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Rome, Italy

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Grant yourself access to one of the most beautiful and holy places in the world, center of the Catholic church and precious collection of treasures and art.
Explore St. Peter's Basilica with a local expert and admire the masterworks by the greatest Renaissance and Baroque artists, like Michelangelo and Gian Lorenzo Bernini.
The tour includes a visit of the Tombs of the Popes. You will learn about fascinating stories of Pontiffs and Saints and see the ruins of the old Basilica of Constantine.
If you like, after the tour ends, you have the once in a lifetime opportunity of attending the mass inside the Basilica.
You can also continue the visit on your own and purchase the tickets to climb up to the magnificent Basilica's dome and enjoy a beautiful view of the Eternal City.

What's Included

Opportunity of attending the mass
Licensed guide
Access to St. Peter's Basilica
Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and the Tombs of the Popes
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Look for your guide in front of the Euroclero shop.

End point

The tour will end outside St. Peter's Basilica.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    St. Peter's Square

    The meeting point is right in the heart of St. Peter's Square, near the Obelisk. Look around to take a careful look at the beautiful surroundings of the square and discover their past and secrets thanks to your expert guide.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    St. Peter's Basilica

    Enter inside the Basilica, discover its history and wander around to admire the unique decorations, statues and architecture. See the colorful marbles, the mosaics and the golden ceilings Take you time to appreciate the wonderful Renaissance and Baroque- style works you see, like the stunning Canopy, a stunning altar by Bernini and the renowned Pietà of Michelangelo. Explore the Tombs of the Popes, visit the tomb of Pope John Paul II and of St. Peter himself.

    1 hour 10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Architecture Tours
Cultural Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
Religious Tours
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