St. Peter's Guided Tour & Dome Climb Option - Priority Access

Highlights

• Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica
• Optional Dome Climb
• Priority Access

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   St. Peter's Square

   Pass by

   Begin your experience by passing through one of the most iconic spaces in Rome. Your guide will introduce the historical and symbolic significance of the square, its stunning colonnades, and the Vatican’s grand entrance.

2. 2

   St. Peter's Basilica

   1h

   step inside the largest church in the world and take in its magnificent interiors. With your guide, uncover the meaning and stories behind its soaring architecture, glittering mosaics, and sacred atmosphere.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   20min

   Admire the emotional depth and incredible detail of Michelangelo’s masterpiece, sculpted when he was just 24 years old. Your guide will share the story of its creation, its symbolism, and the signature that caused a stir.

4. 4

   Baldacchino di San Pietro, Di Bernini

   20min

   Marvel at the dramatic bronze canopy rising above the Papal Altar. Learn how Bernini’s bold creation stirred controversy, and why it remains one of the most striking features of the Basilica today.

5. 5

   St. Peter's Basilica

   40min

   If selected, start your journey with Dome climb for breathtaking panoramic views of Rome. It is not ending here, continue guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica

6. 6

   Chiesa di Sant'Anna dei Palafrenieri

   20min

   Before concluding the tour, enjoy a final moment of reflection inside the Chiesa di Sant’Anna dei Palafrenieri. This elegant 16th-century church, dedicated to Saint Anne—mother of the Virgin Mary—is nestled near the Vatican’s Porta Sant’Anna. Known for its serene interior and rich Baroque details, the church offers a peaceful contrast to the grandeur of St. Peter’s. Our guide will lead you through its history and significance as we make our way back to the meeting point.

Before you go

Location