St Peter's Basilica and Cupola guided tour

Overview

Enjoy a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica led by a knowledgeable local expert. Admire the breathtaking elegance of the world’s largest church, rich in history, art, and spiritual significance. Discover the Chapel of the Confession, located beneath the high altar, where tradition says Saint Peter is buried. Learn from professional, licensed Vatican guides who bring centuries of history to life. Use personal headsets to clearly hear your guide without missing a word, even in the busiest areas. Marvel at Michelangelo’s magnificent dome, a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture and one of the most iconic features of the Roman skyline.

What's included

• ✓tickets for vatican dome

What you'll do

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   Explore St. Peter's Basilica, the great Renaissance-style church with its dome that dominates the skyline of Rome biult by genius of Michelangleo over 500 years ago . Discover why the American philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson described it as "an ornament of the earth...the sublime of the beautiful". Marvel at the interior of the biggest church in the world , lavishly decorated with marble statues , reliefs, architectural sculpture, and gilding. Discover the underground Chapel of the Confession and marvel at its curving marble staircases.and enjoy the beauty of the vatican basilica art

   ⏱ 2 hours

Availability & pricing

5 tour options available. Pick your exact date & check live availability on the booking page.

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.