Vatican: St. Peter’s Basilica, Dome Climb and Papal Tombs Tour
Overview
Uncover the art and architecture of the Vatican City. Visit sites like St. Peter’s Square and Basilica in the morning before the crowds arrive for the day.
Meet your guide in Piazza della Città Leonina & dive into the ancient history of the Vatican City. Admire the statuesque columns and majestic pilasters in St. Peter’s Square. Walk through the 1st balcony which is decorated with amazing frescoes.
Together with an expert guide enter the Basilica and reach the summit of the Dome after 320 steps, where you are rewarded for the climb with views of the city center. Have some free time to enjoy the panoramic views.
At your own leisure be captivated by the Basilica's interiors which are filled with masterpieces from masters like Bernini and Michelangelo. See pieces from the Renaissance and Baroque periods.
Continue to explore the Vatican’s historic Grottoes to get a closer look of the rooms, chapels, and the papal tombs, where many Popes, royals, and other dignitaries are laid to rest.
What's Included
- Small groups of 15 person
- Visit to the Papal Tombs
- Access to St Peter's Basilica and Square (no skip-the-line for the Basilica)
- Expert English speaking guide
- Guided Tour to the St. Peter’s Dome
- Food and beverage
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off
- Gratuities
- Skip-the-line access to Basilica and Dome
Meeting Location
Piazza della Città Leonina
00193 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza San Pietro
00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City
The local guide will end the tour inside the St. Peter's Basilica.
What To Expect
St. Peter's Square
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cupola di San Pietro
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
St. Peter's Basilica
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not suitable for wheelchair users and people with serious medical condition (vertigo and heart problems)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- All visitors must pass through airport-style security check before entering the Basilica, during high season the waiting time may be up to 30 minutes
- Please take note that this service exclusively offers an entry ticket to the Dome & not skip-the-line access to the Basilica.
- In accordance with attraction’s "mandatory" regulations, we kindly request that you provide the complete name(s), preferably as stated on your passport, for "each" participant during the booking process.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican: St. Peter’s Basilica, Dome Climb and Papal Tombs Tour?
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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- 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Small groups of 15 person.
- Visit to the Papal Tombs.
- Access to St Peter's Basilica and Square (no skip-the-line for the Basilica).
- Expert English speaking guide.
- Guided Tour to the St. Peter’s Dome.
- Food and beverage.
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off.
- Gratuities.
- Skip-the-line access to Basilica and Dome.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Vatican: St. Peter’s Basilica, Dome Climb and Papal Tombs Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not suitable for wheelchair users and people with serious medical condition (vertigo and heart problems)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Vatican: St. Peter’s Basilica, Dome Climb and Papal Tombs Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Small groups of 15 person
- Visit to the Papal Tombs
- Access to St Peter's Basilica and Square (no skip-the-line for the Basilica)
- Expert English speaking guide
- Guided Tour to the St. Peter’s Dome
- Food and beverage
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off
- Gratuities
- Skip-the-line access to Basilica and Dome
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not suitable for wheelchair users and people with serious medical condition (vertigo and heart problems)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- All visitors must pass through airport-style security check before entering the Basilica, during high season the waiting time may be up to 30 minutes
- Please take note that this service exclusively offers an entry ticket to the Dome & not skip-the-line access to the Basilica.
- In accordance with attraction’s "mandatory" regulations, we kindly request that you provide the complete name(s), preferably as stated on your passport, for "each" participant during the booking process.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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