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St Peter’s Basilica Tour, Dome Climb & Papal Tombs I Max 6 People
Rome, Italy, Europe
$378.26
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Explore the world's largest church to it's full potential - from the very top with views of the entire city, to the tombs below. In your small group of 6 people and your expert guide, you can truly experience the breathtaking basilica as you climb to the top of the dome to explore Michelangelo's masterpiece, and then to the ground level to enjoy the basilica itself with Baroque and Renaissance art from masters like Bernini, Michelangelo and more. Your tour will also include a visit below to the Papal tombs, where the tombs of Pope's from the centuries past lay to rest. This tour is limited to just 6 people to enhance your overall experience and providing a friendly environment with your guide.
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St. Peter's Semi Private Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Climb to the top of the Dome!
- Descend into the Papal Tombs and Crypts
- Tour with a Professional, Local, Expert and Fun Guide
- Tour in a Safe and Semi Private Group of 6 participants
- Food and Drink
- Gratuities
Meeting point
Piazza della Città Leonina – at the green kiosk (drinks/snacks stand), just outside St. Peter’s Square near the archway into Via di Porta Angelica.
Your guide will be holding a LivTours sign.
IMPORTANT: You must bring photo ID to guarantee entry.
Return details
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St. Peter's SquareYour tour will begin in St Peter's square where you will meet your expert local guide before embarking on your journey. Learn all about the history and relevance of this square, its incredible architecture, and the optical illusions that it hides. Your expert guide will tell you all about the famous architects who were commissioned to work on this beautiful attraction. St Peter’s Square was designed so that the colonnades were replaced in a way that imitated a welcoming hug to the many pilgrims who visit Vatican City every year. After a quick walk through security, you are ready to enter the basilica named after the first Pope, and saint who is said to be the keeper of the keys to heaven – St. Peter.
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Cupola di San PietroOnce inside St. Peter's your first stop will be the Dome. Make your way up the 281 steps to the top of Michelangelo's impressive dome which adorns the city skyline. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the city below and the gorgeous stained glass windows that casts beautiful light inside of the dome.
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St. Peter's BasilicaAfter enjoying the dome, make your way down to St Peter's Basilica where you can explore with your guide and learn of the history behind the largest church in the world. Adorned with artworks and architectural masterpieces from famous artists such as Michelangelo, Bernini and Raphael, your guide will explain the history and anecdotes behind the works that added to the basilica's grandeur. Then, you will make your way underground to the famous Papal tombs. One of the most sought out sites for Christian pilgrims from around the world, these tombs hold the relics of beloved Pope's such as John Paul II and countless other Pope's from previous centuries dating as far back as the fifth century.
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St Peter’s Basilica Tour, Dome Climb & Papal Tombs I Max 6 People
Rome, Italy, Europe
$378.26
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!