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Vatican St Peters Basilica Skip The Line Guided Tour

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Overview

Experience the majesty of one of the world’s most important religious sites with a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica, complete with skip-the-line access. Bypass the often hours-long queue and step straight into the heart of Vatican City with your expert guide leading the way.

This in-depth tour takes you through the basilica’s grand interiors, where art, history, and spirituality come together in breathtaking harmony. Learn the stories behind Michelangelo’s Pietà, the awe-inspiring dome, and the Baldachin of Bernini over the Papal Altar. Your guide will also point out lesser-known details, hidden symbolism, and the centuries of history embedded in every column and mosaic.
Visit the tomb of St. Peter, believed to be directly beneath the high altar, and gain a deeper understanding of the basilica’s importance as the spiritual center of the Catholic Church. With small group sizes or headsets provided, you’ll enjoy a clear and engaging narrative throughout the experience.

What's Included

  • Dome Access (If option Selected)
  • Entry Tickets to St Peter's Basilica
  • Guided Tour

    Meeting Location

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    Piazza San Pietro
    00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

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    What To Expect

    St. Peter's Basilica

    Skip the long lines and explore St. Peter’s Basilica with a professional guide. Discover the masterpieces of Michelangelo and Bernini, the Papal Altar, and the tomb of St. Peter on this enriching guided tour with priority access included.
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    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    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
    • Entry to the St Peter's Basilica is free if you take the queue.
    • Skip the line tickets are included as a part of the guided tour and cannot be sold independently
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican St Peters Basilica Skip The Line Guided Tour?

    A: 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. 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. 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-5541700P33


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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vatican St Peters Basilica Skip The Line Guided Tour?
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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.
    • 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.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
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    The following is included:
    • Dome Access (If option Selected).
    • Entry Tickets to St Peter's Basilica.
    • Guided Tour.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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    This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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    There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

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    Accessibility information for the Vatican St Peters Basilica Skip The Line Guided Tour is as follows:

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Vatican St Peters Basilica Skip The Line Guided 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!

     

     

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    What's Included

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    • Dome Access (If option Selected)
    • Entry Tickets to St Peter's Basilica
    • Guided Tour

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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
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Entry to the St Peter's Basilica is free if you take the queue.
    • Skip the line tickets are included as a part of the guided tour and cannot be sold independently
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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