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St. Peter's Basilica: Early Access Guided Tour

Location Rome, Italy, Europe
$40.52
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Enjoy skip‐the‐line access to St. Peter's Basilica, ensuring you spend more time exploring and less time waiting. Join our semi‐private tour, limited to just 15 participants, for an intimate journey through one of the world's most iconic landmarks.

Vatican City, the world's smallest country, is home to the largest church on the planet—St. Peter's Basilica. Begin your adventure in St. Peter's Square, where monumental architecture and Bernini's masterful design captivate your senses. As you step inside the Basilica, marvel at Michelangelo's renowned Pietà and the detailed mosaics that adorn the dome.

Continue your exploration by descending into the Vatican Grottoes, where you can see the tombs of Popes and Saints, including the traditional resting place of St. Peter.

Throughout your tour, your expert guide will share fascinating stories and insights, bringing the rich heritage of Vatican City to life.

Don’t miss this opportunity—book your tour today for an unforgettable journey.
St. Peter's Basilica: Early Access Guided Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

  • The Altar of Confession
  • Skip-the-Line ticket to St. Peter's Basilica
  • Bernini's Baldachin
  • Underground Papal Tombs
  • A semi-private group experience (maximum 15 participants)
  • Professional and official Licensed Guide
  • Enter through the Holy Door (Jubilee year only)
  • Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica
  • Pietà of Michelangelo
  • The Bronze Statue of St. Peter
  • Meals
  • Hotel pickup
  • Gratuities

Meeting point
On the right-hand side of "Piazza della Città Leonina, 1" you will find our staff holding a blue flag with our company name logo.
Return details
The tour will end inside St. Peter's Basilica. If you wish, you are welcome to stay longer or even climb to the dome of St. Peter (tickets not included).

  • Passetto di Borgo
    Our accredited guide will meet you at "Piazza della Leonina 1" and lead you on your journey to discover St. Peter's Basilica. As you approach the Basilica, you'll pass beneath the ancient Leonine Wall—a historic fortification that once guarded the Vatican.
  • St. Peter's Square
    Begin your journey in the iconic St. Peter's Square. Marvel at the majestic architecture and the brilliant design by Bernini, which creates a grand and inviting atmosphere for your visit.
  • Admire the elegantly crafted fountains that enhance the beauty of the square. Their graceful water displays pay homage to the genius of Carlo Maderno—the visionary behind the Basilica’s façade—and Gian Lorenzo Bernini, the mastermind who designed the majestic square. (pass by)
  • Gaze upon the ancient Egyptian obelisk, dating from the 1st century A.D., that stands proudly at the center of the square. (pass by)
  • St. Peter's Basilica
    Skip the long line with your priority access and step inside one of the world’s most revered religious sites, St. Peter's Basilica. Behold the grandeur of its golden ceilings, intricate mosaics, and awe-inspiring architectural details that have taken centuries to perfect. Skip the long line with your priority access and step inside one of the world’s most revered religious sites, St. Peter's Basilica. Behold the grandeur of its golden ceilings, intricate mosaics, and awe-inspiring architectural details that have taken centuries to perfect.
  • La Pieta
    Encounter Michelangelo's masterful sculpture, La Pietà. This poignant work captures the tender moment of the Virgin Mary cradling the body of Jesus, reflecting the depth of Renaissance artistry and emotion.
  • Descend into the underground of the Vatican Grottoes, where the final resting places of St. Peter and other venerable figures await your discovery. Run your fingertips along the time-worn walls of the original 4th-century basilica as you immerse yourself in the echoes of history. (pass by)
  • Basilica Papale di San Pietro
    After the tour, feel free to stay and enjoy the site on your own.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Shoulders and knees must be covered
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    St. Peter's Basilica: Early Access Guided Tour

    Location Rome, Italy, Europe
    $40.52
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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