Vatican City: St. Peter's Basilica and Papal Tombs Guided Tour

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Begin your journey in the heart of Vatican City with a guided express tour of St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Grottoes. Meet your expert guide at St. Peter’s Square, where you’ll hear captivating stories about the world’s smallest country and the symbolic significance of this sacred site.

After passing security, step inside the Basilica—the largest Catholic church on Earth—and discover its artistic treasures. Admire Michelangelo’s Pietà, explore Bernini’s masterpieces, and learn the fascinating history behind the church’s architectural marvels and intricate mosaics.
Continue your tour by descending into the Vatican Grottoes, home to the tombs of former popes, including the revered resting place of Saint Peter, one of Jesus’s apostles and the first pope.

Finish your experience near a tranquil fountain, where you may choose to explore the Basilica further or purchase separate access to climb the dome for panoramic views of Rome.
Ideal for art, history, and faith enthusiasts alike.

What's Included

Guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica
Entry via security screening
Headsets (for groups if needed)
Expert licensed guide
Access to Vatican Grottoes (Papal tombs)
Entry to St. Peter’s Dome
Hotel pickup/drop-off
Gratuities
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Directly across from St. Peter's Square, at the main entrance to the square near the large obelisk in the center. Look for our guide holding a sign with the tour name "Vatican City: St. Peter's Basilica and Papal Tombs Guided Tour" or wearing a blue badge. Please arrive 10–15 minutes early.

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: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    St. Peter's Basilica

    A masterpiece of Renaissance architecture and one of the holiest Catholic shrines.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Vatican City

    A moving Renaissance sculpture of Mary and Christ, carved in marble by Michelangelo.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Vatican City

    Bernini’s Artwork – Grand baroque sculptures and the famous Baldachin that crowns the main altar.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Vatican Grottoes – Explore the underground crypts housing papal tombs, including Saint Peter’s.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    St. Peter's Square

    The iconic Vatican plaza, where history, architecture, and spirituality converge.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket not included

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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