Vatican St Peter Basilica Treasure hunt for kids and families
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)
Meeting Location
Largo del Colonnato
00193 Roma RM, Vatican City
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza San Pietro
00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City
The treasure hunt will finish outside the Basilica.
What To Expect
St. Peter's Square
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. Peter's Basilica
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
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Activity code: C-113814P19
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