Small-Group Tour of St. Peter's Basilica and Dome
Combo tour of the Basilica of St. Peter's with Papal Crypts and Dome climbing. Your professional friendly dedicated guide will walk you to explore the St. Peter's Basilica, the church was built in over 120 years & it was commissioned to important artists of the Renaissance and Baroque times such as Bramante, Raphael, Michelangelo, Sangallo and Bernini. Once inside you will admire the impressive architecture & beautiful art-works. Your attention will be captured by the Michelangelo's "Pieta" & the bronze canopy projected by Bernini. The Dome decorated with beautiful mosaics from the Vatican School. Michelangelo has been working to the project of the Dome until his death at the age of 89 years. Your guide will walk you through the Papal Crypts to see Saint Peter's Tomb and of many other Popes. Your next adventure will take you up to the Dome, you will climb it partially with an elevator and then walk along 320 steps. Once on top you will enjoy a 360° amazing panoramic view of Rome.
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What's included in Small-Group Tour of St. Peter's Basilica and Dome
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
St. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Basilica is a church built in the Renaissance style located in Vatican City. This is the largest Church in the world and the most important for Christianity. Designed principally by Donato Bramante, Michelangelo, Carlo Maderno and Gian Lorenzo Bernini, it is absolutely worth-seeing, both as a pilgrimage destination and as a cultural visit.
The Vatican Grottoes
Enjoy a visit to the Papal Grottoes, the vast crypt under St. Peter's Basilica. Built 3 meters below the level of the Basilica, they are located just under the great altar in the middle of the central nave.
St. Peter's Square
Enjoy the magnificent view of St. Peter's Square, large plaza located directly in front of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City. The open space in front of the basilica was redesigned by Gian Lorenzo Bernini from 1656 to 1667, under the order of Pope Alexander VII.
Inclusions
- Headsets for a group of 5 people or more
- Live Tour Guide
- Tickets for elevator to St. Peter's Dome
- Skip-the-line entry
- Food and drinks
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Meet your guide at our office in Via Vespasiano 26/28
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Ticket Redemption
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. 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 St Peter's Basilica is a church and as such the Vatican can decide to close it for religious functions without any notice. We are not responsible for unexpected closure of the Basilica. A current valid passport or ID document is required on the day of the tour for children under 18 as proof of age This group is up to 15 travelers or less.
