Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour & Dome Access

Highlights

• Expert Local Guide
• Optional Dome Access
• Comprehensive Inclusions

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   St. Peter's Square

   30min

   Begin your journey in St. Peter’s Square, where your guide will introduce the genius of Bernini’s colonnade and the symbolic significance of this grand piazza.

2. 2

   Fontane di Piazza San Pietro

   15min

   Begin your journey in St. Peter’s Square, where your guide will introduce the genius of Bernini’s colonnade, the fountains and the symbolic significance of this grand piazza

3. 3

   St. Peter's Basilica

   15min

   From there, step inside the Basilica of St. Peter, where treasures such as Michelangelo’s Pietà, the Baldachin of Bernini, and the richly decorated chapels await.

4. 4

   La Pieta

   15min

   From there, step inside the Basilica of St. Peter, where treasures such as Michelangelo’s Pietà, the Baldachin of Bernini, and the richly decorated chapels await.

5. 5

   Baldacchino di San Pietro, Di Bernini

   10min

   From there, step inside the Basilica of St. Peter, where treasures such as Michelangelo’s Pietà, the Baldachin of Bernini, and the richly decorated chapels await.

6. 6

   The Vatican Grottoes

   20min

   Your guide will then lead you into the Vatican underground corridor, a fascinating hidden passage that unveils another layer of the Basilica’s history, offering a rare glimpse into areas less explored by visitors.

7. 7

   Vatican City

   30min

   Next, prepare for the highlight of the experience: the climb to the Dome. You may choose between two options—take the elevator partway for a more relaxed ascent, or climb the full staircase if you’re up for a challenge. Either way, reaching the top rewards you with one of the most breathtaking panoramic views of Rome, stretching from the Vatican Gardens to the Colosseum and beyond

Before you go

Location