St Peters Basilica Tours | Climb the Dome and Underground Grottoes Vatican Group Tour
Rome (Italy)
Location
Meet your guide early in the morning near St. Peter's Square, and in the quietest moment before the crowds descend, visit St. Peter's Basilica and climb the Dome to admire the panoramic view over Rome.
Once you have crossed St. Peter's Square with your guide, take an elevator to the roof of the Basilica and enter the Dome to look inside and appreciate its internal dimensions with a glance at Bernini's canopy below. Surrounded by incredible mosaics that decorate the dome, you can take some fantastic photos. Resume your visit and walk up the spiral staircase that will take you to the top of the dome. From the highest point in Rome, admire the Eternal and Vatican City with its beautiful gardens.
Descending from the dome, the guide will take you to discover the Basilica of San Pietro. Here you will have the chance to admire incredible works of art and masterpieces made by the greatest artists in the last 10 centuries. Among the works of art exhibited here, the magnificent statue of the Pietà by Michelangelo stands out. Descend into the underground crypts and reach the Tomb of St. Peter. Going through the caves, you will see the monumental tombs of hundreds of Popes who have been part of the history of Christianity. This exclusive tour, not to be missed, is undoubtedly one of the most incredible experiences you can have when visiting Rome.
What's included?
- Entry or admission fee
Guided Tour of St Peter's Basilica and Undergounds Crypt
Guided Tour of St Peters's Basilica Dome and Tomb
St.Petre's Dome Tickets and On-site assistance
English-speaking professional tour guide
Exclusions
- Tip or gratuity
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Please Note
- Public transportation nearby
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Customers have a mandatory meeting time 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time due to managing and organizational reasons. If you arrive late for the meeting, joining the group or rescheduling will be impossible unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules, you will not be entitled to a refund.
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and the Vatican Museum. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
- The dome's terrace might not be accessible during bad weather conditions. In that case, you can either request a partial refund and visit the Basilica and the grottoes or cancel the tour for a full refund.
- An adult must accompany children.
- The activity can suffer 20/30 min variation due to organizational reasons
- Please be advised capacity regulations and security may delay the tour departure. This could also influence the smooth running of the tour, especially on national holidays and events.
- Cancellations, changes, or issues due to weather, security, and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with individually but are the monument's responsibility.
- Child discount is applied only with a valid ID card
- Note: the tour will not operate on religious holidays
- WILL NOT BE POSSIBLE TO VISIT THE BASILICA DURING RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS AND CEREMONIES (Audiences, Beatifications, Masses of the POPE). The Basilica is often subject to sudden closures. In these cases, it is not possible to guarantee access to the Basilica.
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check. Please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only tiny bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour, as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
- For security reasons, all visitors and their luggage shall be screened. To facilitate the security checks, please insert any object (including mobile phone) in the bag/backpack or in the tray to be included in the X-ray.
- No change on a booking can be accepted after 24hrs before the tour's starting time. In that instance, no refund will be issued.
- For the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.
- Pets are not allowed.
- Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia
- Not recommended for travelers with vertigo
What do I need to bring?
Comfortable shoes and clothes.
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and Vatican Museum. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Meeting Points
Cancellation Policy
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