Rome St. Peter’s Basilica and Vatican Grottoes Guided Tour

3.8
(10 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Step into the heart of Vatican City on this guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Grottoes. Led by a professional guide, you'll uncover the fascinating stories behind one of the most important religious sites in the world.

Admire Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s Baldachin, and the Basilica’s awe-inspiring mosaics and architecture. Discover the symbolism behind the world's largest Catholic church, and marvel at its iconic dome.

Descend into the Vatican Grottoes, a sacred underground space housing the tombs of former popes, and explore centuries of papal history and hidden corners beneath the basilica.

Whether you’re a history lover, art enthusiast, or spiritual seeker, this immersive tour offers a deeper understanding of Rome’s most revered monument.

What's Included

Free Admission to St' Peter's Basilica
Guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica
Professional, licensed tour guide
Access to Vatican Grottoes
Headsets (for groups over 10 people)
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Piazza Risorgimento 00192 Roma RM.italy Find your guide at Piazza Risorgimento facing the green kiosk, holding our company logo flag. ITALIAEXPLORER .

End point
Saint Peter’s Basilica

The tour concludes inside the magnificent St. Peter’s Basilica, giving visitors the opportunity to admire one of the most sacred and iconic sites in the Catholic world from within."

Itinerary

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

    St. Peter’s Basilica At the center of St. Peter’s Square, this stunning church is a masterpiece of Renaissance art and architecture. Inside, you’ll find Michelangelo’s Pietà and a soaring dome with views over Vatican City

    5 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    La Pietà di Michelangelo Nella Basilica di San Pietro, la Vergine Maria tiene il corpo di Gesù con commovente delicatezza. Un capolavoro scolpito da Michelangelo a soli 24 anni.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Vatican Grottoes Descend beneath the basilica to explore the Vatican Grottoes, where popes and saints rest in solemn beauty.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • St. Peter's Square (Pass by)

    Take in the iconic view of this grand open square framed by Bernini’s colonnades—a gathering place for pilgrims from around the world.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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