St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour- Dome Climb Included
Let's do a journey into the heart of Christianity where art and religion get mixed with 1,5h St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour. Discover incredible art masterpieces and ejoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the Eternal City. Lead by a professional tour guide get ready to discover the main stories and secrets of the Christian Church besides admiring some of the greatest master-pieces worldwide. Admire "La Pietà", a stunning Michelangelo sculpture created by the artist when he was just 24, Bernini’s "Baldacchino", the ornate bronze canopy that sits above St. Peter’s high altar and so much more! You'll then climb the imponent St. Peter's Dome where you can gaze a breathtaking panoramic view of the Eternal City collecting incredible pictures!
Options
St.Peter's basilica +Dome Tour
Sites Included: St Peter’s Basilica
Duration: 3 hours
Not Included: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel
What's included in St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour- Dome Climb Included
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Vatican City
Introduction to the Vatican history. Lead by a professional tour guide get ready to discover the main stories and secrets of the Christian Church
St. Peter's SquarePass-by Only
The open space which lies before the basilica was redesigned by Gian Lorenzo Bernini from 1656 to 1667, under the direction of Pope Alexander VII, as an appropriate forecourt, designed "so that the greatest number of people could see the Pope give his blessing, either from the middle of the façade of the church or from a window in the Vatican Palace"
St. Peter's Basilica
After rediming your ticket venture inside and immerse yourself in the home of the Catholic Church. Admire "La Pietà", a stunning Michelangelo sculpture created by the artist when he was just 24, Bernini’s "Baldacchino", the ornate bronze canopy that sits above St. Peter’s high altar and so much more!
Inclusions
- St. Peter's Dome tickets (elevator included)
- All Fees and Taxes
- Professional Guide for Introduction and Escort into sites
- Skip the line
- Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel visit
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Knees and shoulder must be covered to get inside Vatican places
- Comfortable shoes and clothes recommended
- Vatican Museum entrance it's not inclued in this product
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- From Ottaviano Metro, walk along Via Ottaviano to Piazza del Risorgimento, then continue on Via di Porta Angelica. Meet in front of Galleria Mariana, Via di Porta Angelica 69, just before the archway. Look for staff in purple "Crown Tours" shirts.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
From Ottaviano Metro Station, walk down Via Ottaviano toward Piazza del Risorgimento, then continue onto Via di Porta Angelica. The meeting point is about 100 meters ahead, directly in front of Galleria Mariana at Via di Porta Angelica 69, just before the archway into St. Peter’s Square. Look for our colleagues wearing purple shirts with the Crown Tours logo to assist you with ticket handover. • Please arrive 30 minutes before the activity starts. Late arrivals may not be admitted. • Bring an official ID. Entry may be denied without it. • Visitors must ensure that their knees and shoulders are always covered. Good to know: • Access to St. Peter's Basilica requires waiting in line. There is no skip-the-line option. • To reach the top of the dome, 320 steps must be climbed after the elevator.
