Tour of St. Peter's Basilica, Holy Door and Dome

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  St. Peter's Basilica

  You will discover the majesty of St. Peter's Basilica, the heart of Christianity and one of the most extraordinary architectural masterpieces in the world. Our path will lead you through the immensity of the central nave, where you will be enchanted by the perfection of the decorations, the imposing columns and the precious marbles. We will admire Michelangelo's famous Pietà, a masterpiece of extraordinary beauty and refinement, and continue to discover Bernini's Canopy, the imposing bronze structure overlooking the papal altar, located exactly above the tomb of St. Peter. Passage of the Holy Door, open only in the Jubilee year We will guide you through the works of art and hidden details that make this Basilica unique, revealing its history, symbols and secrets kept over the centuries. At the end of the tour, you can continue your visit independently, with the possibility of descending to the papal necropolis, where numerous Popes rest.

  1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 2
  Cupola di San Pietro

  An unmissable experience for those who want to admire Rome from above! You will start by climbing to the inner terrace of the Basilica, from where you can see up close the magnificent mosaics of the dome and the grandeur of the interior. Continuing towards the top, facing the last 320 steps through a narrow and fascinating passage. Once at the top, you will be rewarded with a spectacular view: a 360° panoramic view of St. Peter's Square, the rooftops of the city and the main monuments of Rome.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included

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
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Dress code: Legs covered up to the knee and shoulders covered

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