Religious Sites

St. Peter’s Basilica Skip-the-Line Tickets and Papal Grottoes Access

Skip the long lines and step straight into St. Peter’s Basilica with priority access included in your ticket.
Admire Renaissance masterpieces and awe-inspiring architecture at your own pace inside this iconic religious site.
Discover the sacred Papal Grottoes and the revered papal tombs, steeped in centuries of history and tradition.
Choose an upgrade for a guided tour in English or Spanish, or add dome access for panoramic views over Rome.
Learn about the rich religious and cultural significance of one of the world’s most celebrated landmarks.

Guided tour with a licensed guide
Audioguide (included only with audioguide option)
Dome access (included only with selected option)
Hotel pickup and drop off

St. Peter’s Basilica is vast and brimming with artistic and religious treasures, making it easy to feel overwhelmed when exploring alone. With your skip-the-line entry ticket, you’ll enjoy priority access to both the awe-inspiring upper church and the enigmatic underground Papal Grottoes. Discover its rich history, admire remarkable architecture, and marvel at Renaissance masterpieces at your own pace, including an exclusive visit to the papal tombs.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID that matches the name on your ticket, as mismatched names will result in invalid tickets and entry will be denied.

Wear modest clothing that covers your knees and shoulders, as shorts and sleeveless tops are not permitted for both men and women.

What's not allowed

Pets are not permitted inside St. Peter’s Basilica.

Infants must not sit on laps, and infant seats are not available.

All visitors must pass through mandatory airport-style security checks, and waiting times may exceed 30 minutes and cannot be skipped.

Accessibility

St. Peter’s Basilica is not wheelchair accessible.

Strollers and prams are permitted inside the basilica.

Additional information

Tickets must be purchased in the name of the visitor and must match their identification; incorrect names cannot be corrected or refunded.

Children aged 0 to 6 years enter free of charge.

You must collect your ticket and exchange your voucher at Vicolo del Farinone 23, Rome, before entering the basilica.

Public transportation is available nearby for convenient access to the meeting point.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.