Vatican St Peter Basilica Treasure Hunt for Kids and Families

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join this unique kid-friendly treasure hunt to discover St. Peter's square and Basilica, the Grottoes and the Tombs of Popes.
Your guide, the “hunt master”, will show you St. Peter's square and its highlights, such as the 2000 years old Egyptian obelisk and Bernini's colonnade, and will plan activities for you and your children.
Head inside the world-famous basilica and admire its statues, its decorations and the works of art by Renaissance and Baroque masters, including the bronze canopy by Bernini and the “Pietà” by Michelangelo.
Learn about the history of the church, look for clues and hints discovering its hidden corners and play with your children with fun quizzes, riddles and other activities.
You will explore the Grottoes underneath the Basilica and listen to the stories of the popes and the saints buried there.
Compete, gain points and win a valuable prize!
At the end of the visit you can stay and attend the mass or buy a ticket to see the wonderful dome of the Basilica.

What's Included

Prize for the winner
Admission to the Basilica
Gratuities
Ticket for St. Peter's Dome (on site €10 per person)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of the police station.

End point
Saint Peter’s Basilica

The treasure hunt will finish outside the Basilica.

Itinerary

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

    Discover st. Peter's square and learn about its designer, Gian Lorenzo Bernini, and the architectural features, such as the fountains, the colonnade and the Egyptian obelisk.

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

    Stare in wonder at the beautiful decorations, statues and the treasures of the world famous Basilica and explore the Grottoes, where you will find the Tombs of the Popes.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Italy Treasure Hunts

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Architecture Tours
Cultural Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
Religious Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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