St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour with Dome Climb

Highlights

• Michelangelo's Dome
• Papal Grottoes
• Basilica masterpieces

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   St. Peter's Square

   10min

   Meet your licensed local guide in St. Peter’s Square and learn about the history of Vatican City, the Basilica, and Bernini’s famous colonnade before beginning your guided visit inside St. Peter’s Basilica.

2. 2

   St. Peter's Basilica

   1h

   Explore St. Peter's Basilica with a licensed local guide and discover its masterpieces, hidden symbols, fascinating stories and centuries of history. See Michelangelo's Pietà, Bernini's Baldachin and the Basilica's magnificent mosaics while learning about the people and events that shaped this sacred landmark.

3. 3

   The Vatican Grottoes

   20min

   Descend beneath St. Peter's Basilica with your licensed local guide to explore the Vatican Grottoes, the historic resting place of numerous popes. Discover the stories, traditions and history connected to this sacred underground space.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   1h

   Climb to the top of St. Peter's Dome and enjoy spectacular panoramic views over Vatican City and Rome. Along the way, learn about Michelangelo's design, the construction of the Dome and its remarkable mosaics. The climb involves stairs and requires moderate physical effort.

Before you go

Location