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Saint Peter’s Basilica & Grottes Tour with Dome Access

New To The Site! Rome, Italy

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Tour one of the most famous churches in the world with a licensed guide. Enjoy a headset to be able to hear the guide clearly as you move through the rooms of Saint Peter’s Basilica and the Dome. First, meet your guide outside the church. Greet and get acquainted with the guide, and get set up with your headset for the tour. As a group, head to Saint Peter’s Basilica. Then, head into the church from the Italian High Renaissance era. Learn how the independent microstate that the church is located in was created to be enclaved within the city of Rome. Hear how the plans were initially created by Pope Nicholas V in the 15th century. Next, hear about how Pope Julius II worked with Pope Nicholas V to accomplish the replacement of the initial church from the 4th century, originally constructed by Constantine the Great. Finally, after touring the magnificent halls of the Basilica, enter into the Cupola (Dome) of the church.

What's Included

  • Entrance fee
  • Dome Ticket
  • Professional Live Guide
  • Food & Drinks
  • Transportation
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via Candia
00192 Roma RM, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Piazza San Pietro
00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

What To Expect

St. Peter's Basilica

Take a guided tour of the second-largest church in the world with a headset to hear your guide. Enjoy access to the Basilica and to the Dome for incredible city views.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

The Vatican Grottoes

The Vatican Grottoes another important part in Saint Peters Basilica. As you walk through, you'll see old frescoes, colorful mosaics, sculptures, and a lot of tombs of popes and important figures. It's quiet and a bit dim, giving it a reflective feel.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Saint Peter’s Basilica & Grottes Tour with Dome Access?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Entrance fee
  • Dome Ticket
  • Professional Live Guide
  • Headset to listen the guide smoothly
  • Food & Drinks
  • Transportation

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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