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Vatican St Peter Basilica Treasure hunt for kids and families

New To The Site! Rome, Italy

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Join this unique kid-friendly treasure hunt to discover St. Peter's square and Basilica, the Grottoes and the Tombs of Popes.
Your guide, the “hunt master”, will show you St. Peter's square and its highlights, such as the 2000 years old Egyptian obelisk and Bernini's colonnade, and will plan activities for you and your children.
Head inside the world-famous basilica and admire its statues, its decorations and the works of art by Renaissance and Baroque masters, including the bronze canopy by Bernini and the “Pietà” by Michelangelo.
Learn about the history of the church, look for clues and hints discovering its hidden corners and play with your children with fun quizzes, riddles and other activities.
You will explore the Grottoes underneath the Basilica and listen to the stories of the popes and the saints buried there.
Compete, gain points and win a valuable prize!
At the end of the visit you can stay and attend the mass or buy a ticket to see the wonderful dome of the Basilica.

What's Included

  • Prize for the winner
  • Admission to the Basilica
  • Gratuities
  • Ticket for St. Peter's Dome (on site €10 per person)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Largo del Colonnato
00193 Roma RM, Vatican City

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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

The treasure hunt will finish outside the Basilica.

What To Expect

St. Peter's Square

Discover st. Peter's square and learn about its designer, Gian Lorenzo Bernini, and the architectural features, such as the fountains, the colonnade and the Egyptian obelisk.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Peter's Basilica

Stare in wonder at the beautiful decorations, statues and the treasures of the world famous Basilica and explore the Grottoes, where you will find the Tombs of the Popes.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What's included in the price?

A: The following is included: Prize for the winner.Admission to the Basilica. The following is NOT included: Gratuities.Ticket for St. Peter's Dome (on site €10 per person). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-113814P19


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What's Included

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Prize for the winner
  • Admission to the Basilica
  • Gratuities
  • Ticket for St. Peter's Dome (on site €10 per person)

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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