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Skip the line and enter the most iconic and spiritually charged monument in Rome with this expert-guided experience.
You’ll explore St. Peter’s Basilica like never before, not just as a visitor, but as a seeker of the profound.
Meet your guide in Piazza della Città Leonina, just steps from St. Peter’s Square, and enjoy priority access through a special fast-track line.
This semi-private tour takes you through the Basilica’s most iconic masterpieces like Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s Baldacchino.
Your licensed guide will share powerful insights into the life of the Apostle Peter and the evolution of this sacred site into the heart of Catholicism.
You’ll also experience the rare privilege of walking through the Holy Door, opened only during the Jubilee Year, once every 25 years.
An intimate encounter with faith in the heart of Christian history.
The tour concludes inside the Basilica, leaving you free to explore independently.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide at Piazza della Città Leonina 6, in front of "Bar Leonina". Our Staff will be wearing a white jacket with the 'TRIP IN ART' logo. Look for a "TRIP IN ART" blue clipboard/flag. Remember that you must be at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the activity starts.
The tour ends inside the Basilica of Saint Peter, leaving you the possibility to continue exploring on your own leasure.
Ticket Redemption Point
Piazza della Città Leonina, 6
Itinerary
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1St. Peter's Square
Begin your experience in the monumental St. Peter’s Square, designed by Bernini. Admire the majestic colonnade embracing visitors, the Egyptian obelisk at its center, and the grandeur of the Basilica’s façade. Your guide will introduce the history and symbolism of the square, setting the stage for the visit inside.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2St. Peter's Basilica
Step inside the world’s most important Catholic church, a masterpiece of Renaissance and Baroque art. Discover Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s magnificent Baldachin, and the richly decorated chapels and mosaics that embody centuries of faith and history. Your guide will reveal hidden stories and artistic wonders as you explore the vast interior of this sacred monument.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The dress code is strictly enforced: no shorts or sleeveless tops
- The tour operates rain or shine
- Arrive 15 minutes before the starting time
- The Tombs are solemn spaces: silence and respect are required
- Each participant is required to provide their full name and nationality
- Note: Access to the Dome is not included in the tour. However, you can purchase the ticket separately (approx. €10) directly inside the Basilica, after the guided visit.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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