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St. Peter's Basilica, Dome & Papal Grottoes: Small-Group Guided Tour

Discover the wonders of St. Peter’s Square and Basilica on a guided walking tour

St. Peter's Basilica
Open today: 07:00 - 19:00
Duration: 1h 45mins
Max group size: 25
Live guide: English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
Provider: Ande Srl
Registered address: Via di S. Giovanni in Laterano 132, 00184, Rome, IT
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Meeting point

Largo del Colonnato 5, 00193, Rome
  • Meet your guide at the meeting point at Largo del Colonnato 5. The meeting point is outside the Basilica before entering St. Peter's square and the security checks. Do not go through the metal detectors before meeting the guide
  • Look for the yellow sign with the TOURIKS logo on it
  • Please arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled start time.
  • Do not go through the metal detectors before meeting the guide
  • Bring your own wired headphones (just in case)
  • To access St. Peter's Basilica, please consider that from June to the end of August there could be long lines and the waiting time could be up to 30 minutes

Meet your guide in St. Peter's Square and start your tour climbing to the top of the dome of the Basilica. Enjoy a bird's-eye view over the marble floor and get the chance to take an exclusive close look at the mosaics of the dome.

Go even higher to find yourself at the top balcony and be amazed by the spectacular panorama over Rome and beyond it.

From here, descend directly into the Basilica and avoid the long lines at its entrance. Marvel at the colorful marble, golden ceilings, and impressive mosaics. Get guided through renowned works of Renaissance and Neoclassical art by Canova and Bernini, among others. Get emotional in front of the Pietà of Michelangelo and appreciate its expressive power and delicate beauty.

Go further down into the underground grottoes and visit St. Peter's tomb. Touch the ancient walls of the original 4th-century basilica and admire the beautiful frescoes. Finish the tour in St. Peter’s Square and soak up its majestic architecture.

St. Peter's Basilica
Thursday 07:00 - 19:00
Friday 07:00 - 19:00
Saturday 07:00 - 19:00
Sunday 13:30 - 18:00
Monday 07:00 - 19:00
Tuesday 07:00 - 19:00
Wednesday 13:30 - 18:00
  • Cancellation is possible until 24 hours before your visit.
  • Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit.

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Lorenzo Mario,  Italy Italy
22 Jul 2024
Excellent
Non mi aspettavo una visita del genere, Valentina la guida preparatissimo a livello professionale ma soprattutto brava a saper interagire a livello umano senza rendere la visita pesante, ma anzi...
Non mi aspettavo una visita del genere, Valentina la guida preparatissimo a livello professionale ma soprattutto brava a saper interagire a livello umano senza rendere la visita pesante, ma anzi rendendola veramente affascinante
Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica from the Dome to the Underground Grottoes
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Rafael,  Spain Spain
06 Aug 2024
Excellent
Fantástica visita a la Basílica de San Pedro gracias a nuestra guía, encantadora y gran profesional, que demostró un buen gran conocimiento durante todo el recorrido. Muy recomendable.
Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica from the Dome to the Underground Grottoes
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Hashim,  United Kingdom United Kingdom
11 Aug 2024
Excellent
Amazing experience! Our tour guide was very very knowledgeable and helpful ! Could not recommend the Brit enough! I forgot his name but remember he was a Brit🤣
Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica from the Dome to the Underground Grottoes

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