Experience the best of St Peters Basilica Dome

St Peter's Basilica dome in Vatican City rises 136 metres and is climbable via 551 stairs or with lift-assisted partial ascent, offering views across Rome from the summit lantern. Find lift ticket options, stair climb entry, and full basilica combo access here.

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Slide 1 of 14, Tour group with guide at St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City.

St. Peter’s Basilica Dome and obelisk in Vatican City, Rome.

St. Peter’s Basilica interior with ornate dome and Bernini's Baldachin, Vatican City.

Tomb of St. Peter under St. Peter's Baldachin under the dome of St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City.

Visitors overlooking St. Peter’s Square from the Basilica Dome Terrace in Vatican City.

Tour group with guide inside St. Peter’s Basilica, Rome, near ornate sculptures.

Tomb of Pope John Paul I in Vatican Grottoes, Vatican City, with a guide explaining.

Pietà statue by Michelangelo at St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City.

Marble sculpture of a reclining figure with arrows, St. Peter’s Basilica tour.

Tour group exploring the interior of St. Peter’s Basilica, focusing on detailed mosaics.

Dome and ornate ceiling of St. Peter’s Basilica with sunlight streaming through windows.

Interior view of St. Peter’s Basilica with ornate columns and detailed ceiling.

Statues atop St. Peter’s Basilica Dome during guided tour in Vatican City.

View from St. Peter’s Basilica dome overlooking St. Peter’s Square and Vatican City.

St. Peter’s Basilica and Papal Tombs Guided Tour

1 hr - 3 hrs

Explore St. Peter’s Basilica with an expert guide and uncover the stories behind its art, architecture, and centuries of Catholic history.
Visit the Papal Tombs beneath the Basilica, a sacred space often missed by visitors exploring on their own.
Enter through a reserved entry line and spend more time discovering the Basilica’s masterpieces instead of waiting in queues.
Choose your preferred language with guided tours available in English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian.
Upgrade your visit with Dome access by elevator and stairs or a complete Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel experience.

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Explore St. Peter’s Basilica with an expert guide and uncover the stories behind its art, architecture, and centuries of Catholic history.
Visit the Papal Tombs beneath the Basilica, a sacred space often missed by visitors exploring on their own.
Enter through a reserved entry line and spend more time discovering the Basilica’s masterpieces instead of waiting in queues.
Choose your preferred language with guided tours available in English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian.
Upgrade your visit with Dome access by elevator and stairs or a complete Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel experience.

from

€16

Slide 1 of 8, Visitors on the terrace of St. Peter’s Basilica Dome in Vatican City.

St. Peter's Basilica and Square with obelisk, Vatican City, crowded with visitors.

Tour guide speaking to a group of tourists outdoors.

Bernini's Baldacchino under the dome of St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City.

Paintings on the dome of St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, depicting religious scenes.

Michelangelo's Pieta sculpture in St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City.

Altar in the Vatican Grottoes with religious statues and candles.

Tourists viewing St. Peter's Square from the dome of Saint Peter's Basilica, Vatican City.

St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour with Dome Climb

3 hrs

Explore St. Peter’s Basilica with a licensed guide who adds context to its art, architecture, and centuries of religious history.
See works by Michelangelo and Bernini as your guide breaks down the stories, artistry, and symbolism inside the basilica.
Go below the basilica to visit the Papal Tombs, where popes and saints are laid to rest.
Climb St. Peter’s Dome and finish with panoramic views across Vatican City and Rome’s rooftops.
On this tour, headsets are provided and groups capped at 20 guests.

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Explore St. Peter’s Basilica with a licensed guide who adds context to its art, architecture, and centuries of religious history.
See works by Michelangelo and Bernini as your guide breaks down the stories, artistry, and symbolism inside the basilica.
Go below the basilica to visit the Papal Tombs, where popes and saints are laid to rest.
Climb St. Peter’s Dome and finish with panoramic views across Vatican City and Rome’s rooftops.
On this tour, headsets are provided and groups capped at 20 guests.

from

€49

Slide 1 of 5, Vatican Museums courtyard and St. Peter’s Basilica Dome in Vatican City.

Visitors exploring sculpture gallery in Vatican Museums.

Spiral staircase in Vatican Museums, part of the Combo: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel + St. Peter’s Basilica Dome Guided Tour.

Upper dome of St. Peter's Basilica with cross and balustrade, Vatican City.

Bernini's Baldacchino under St. Peter's Basilica dome, Vatican City.

Combo (Save 5%): Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel + St. Peter’s Basilica Dome Guided Tour

1 hr 30 mins - 3 hrs

Enjoy saving up while taking a deeper look into the most important sights offered by the Vatican on this combo guided tour available in 3 languages.
Enjoy an educational tour of the St. Peter's Basilica with a local expert guide, and check out stunning works of art by Bernini, Carlo Maderno, and more.
Pay homage to Pope John Paul II at his tomb and learn about the iconic chair of St. Peter - presumed to have been used by St. Peter, the first Pope of Christianity.
Make your way with the host to the intriguing Vatican Museums and admire the masterpieces it houses on a guided tour with a carefully curated itinerary.
Explore the Pigna Courtyard, Pius Clementino Museum, Chandelier’s Gallery, Tapestries Gallery, Raphael’s Rooms, and many more!
Marvel at the breathtaking murals by Botticelli and Michelangelo that adorn the walls of the world-famous Sistine Chapel.

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Enjoy saving up while taking a deeper look into the most important sights offered by the Vatican on this combo guided tour available in 3 languages.
Enjoy an educational tour of the St. Peter's Basilica with a local expert guide, and check out stunning works of art by Bernini, Carlo Maderno, and more.
Pay homage to Pope John Paul II at his tomb and learn about the iconic chair of St. Peter - presumed to have been used by St. Peter, the first Pope of Christianity.
Make your way with the host to the intriguing Vatican Museums and admire the masterpieces it houses on a guided tour with a carefully curated itinerary.
Explore the Pigna Courtyard, Pius Clementino Museum, Chandelier’s Gallery, Tapestries Gallery, Raphael’s Rooms, and many more!
Marvel at the breathtaking murals by Botticelli and Michelangelo that adorn the walls of the world-famous Sistine Chapel.

from ~~Original price€75~~

€71.25

5% off

Slide 1 of 9, Guide leading tour group through Gallery of Maps, Vatican Museum.

Courtyard of the Vatican Museums in Rome with the Pinecone Sculpture.

Vatican Museums sculpture hall with ancient statues and marble columns.

St. Peter's Basilica with obelisk in Vatican City, Rome, surrounded by tourists.

St. Peter's Basilica interior with ornate altar and spiral columns in Vatican City.

Visitor admiring the ornate interior of St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City.

Vatican Museum Gallery with sculptures and ornate ceiling.

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour with St. Peter's Basilica

2 hrs - 4 hrs 30 mins

Explore three top Vatican landmarks in one go — the Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica.
Skip long entry lines at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with priority access.
Walk the Gallery of Maps as your expert guide shares stories behind every masterpiece.
Enter St. Peter’s Basilica via a special passageway from the Chapel—no need to queue again outside.
Opt for a small-group tour (max 10) for a deeper Vatican experience, or beat the crowds with early access and reach the Dome’s summit for stunning views.

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Explore three top Vatican landmarks in one go — the Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica.
Skip long entry lines at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with priority access.
Walk the Gallery of Maps as your expert guide shares stories behind every masterpiece.
Enter St. Peter’s Basilica via a special passageway from the Chapel—no need to queue again outside.
Opt for a small-group tour (max 10) for a deeper Vatican experience, or beat the crowds with early access and reach the Dome’s summit for stunning views.

from ~~Original price€130~~

€65

50% off

Slide 1 of 8, Visitors walking through columns on a VIP tour of the Vatican Museums, Rome.

Statues in the Vatican Museum, part of a private tour for Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter Basilica.

Vatican Museums' ornate hallway ceiling with detailed frescoes and maps.

Sculpture of the River Nile with children, Vatican Museums, Rome.

Visitor admiring ceiling artwork in the Vatican Museums.

Vatican Museum spiral staircase with visitors, part of private tour experience.

St. Peter's Basilica facade in Vatican City under clear blue sky.

Altar of St. Peter's Basilica with ornate ceiling and sculptures, Vatican City.

VIP Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica Private Tour

3 hrs

Enjoy a fully private Vatican Museums tour with a guide dedicated solely to your group.
Skip the ticketing lines and explore top highlights like the Sistine Chapel, Borgia Apartments, and more.
Customize your itinerary to match your interests—art, history, architecture, or hidden gems.
Access St. Peter’s Basilica through a special passage, avoiding long public lines. Get a guided tour of the Basilica to dive deeper into its iconic masterpieces.

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Enjoy a fully private Vatican Museums tour with a guide dedicated solely to your group.
Skip the ticketing lines and explore top highlights like the Sistine Chapel, Borgia Apartments, and more.
Customize your itinerary to match your interests—art, history, architecture, or hidden gems.
Access St. Peter’s Basilica through a special passage, avoiding long public lines. Get a guided tour of the Basilica to dive deeper into its iconic masterpieces.

from

€185

Slide 1 of 15, Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica with sightseeing bus in Rome, Italy.

Open-top sightseeing bus approaching the Colosseum in Rome.

Passengers enjoying a City Sightseeing bus tour, viewing landmarks with a map.

City sightseeing bus near Fontana del Tritone in Rome.

Passenger boarding City Sightseeing bus in Rome, receiving ticket from tour guide.

Castel Sant'Angelo exterior with statues on Ponte Sant'Angelo, Rome.

City Sightseeing bus in Rome with colorful graphics parked near historic buildings.

Combo (Save 10%) (Save 10%): Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + St. Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour Tickets

Explore at your pace

Audio guide

Discover over 40 iconic landmarks of Rome with unlimited hop-on hop-off access, available for 24, 48, or 72 hours, or a 1-day/1-loop pass.
Explore Rome’s vibrant history on the Red Route, passing ancient ruins, bustling piazzas, and stunning religious sites, with buses every 15 to 30 minutes.
Step inside St. Peter’s Basilica and be captivated by its beauty, from Michelangelo’s Pietà to its stunning architectural details.
Join an expert English-speaking guide for an in-depth tour, revealing the fascinating stories and masterpieces inside one of the world’s most famous churches.
Create your perfect Roman adventure by hopping on and off at major stops like the Vatican, Spanish Steps, and Colosseum, giving you the flexibility to explore at your own pace.

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Discover over 40 iconic landmarks of Rome with unlimited hop-on hop-off access, available for 24, 48, or 72 hours, or a 1-day/1-loop pass.
Explore Rome’s vibrant history on the Red Route, passing ancient ruins, bustling piazzas, and stunning religious sites, with buses every 15 to 30 minutes.
Step inside St. Peter’s Basilica and be captivated by its beauty, from Michelangelo’s Pietà to its stunning architectural details.
Join an expert English-speaking guide for an in-depth tour, revealing the fascinating stories and masterpieces inside one of the world’s most famous churches.
Create your perfect Roman adventure by hopping on and off at major stops like the Vatican, Spanish Steps, and Colosseum, giving you the flexibility to explore at your own pace.

from ~~Original price€31~~

€27.90

10% off

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St Peters Basilica Dome

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Tuesday	7:30am - 6:00pm	last entry 5:30pm
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Thursday	7:30am - 6:00pm	last entry 5:30pm
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What our guests say

Samuel H

United States

Couple

Last week

+5 more

Will have to go back to the hotel for a nap afterwards. Our guide Marco was great you could definitely tell he knew his stuff. There was so much to take in 4 hours seem to fly by but is impossible to see everything you need a full day for this one for sure.

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour with St. Peter's Basilica

Brittany H

United States

Group

2 weeks ago

I liked the tour a lot. It was crazy hot the day we went so I was glad we went early. The dome climb was cool but intense. They need benches when you get down! 😅 Our guide was very informative. We moved slow and went about an hour longer than anticipated but it was very crowded.

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour with St. Peter's Basilica

Mihalcioiu D

Romania

Couple

Jul 2026

+1 more

Peter was an amazing guide! Interactive tour, great stories and history. Highly recommended! Greetings from Romania 🇷🇴

St. Peter’s Basilica and Papal Tombs Guided Tour

Adrian D

United Kingdom

Family

Jul 2026

I loved the tour. Meeting point very close to Vatican, and very well organised. Group size was excellent, just 10 of us and the tour was amazing. Our tour guide, Karen, was amazing. We visited the square, the dome, the tombs and of course the Basilica. She provided so much useful information and insights. A good mix or history, religion, architecture and she was great with the kids. After this tour,I would definitely recommend them. My top advice, is book for the early tour, avoid the crowds and the heat. We went at 8.30.

St. Peter’s Basilica and Papal Tombs Guided Tour

Catherine G

United States

Family

Jul 2026

+2 more

The guide was very knowledgeable and allowed plenty of time to see the sights. Gave us tips on how to get the best pictures. Allowed time for restroom and water breaks. We had a great experience!

Combo: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel + St. Peter’s Basilica Dome Guided Tour

Elizabeth E

United Kingdom

Family

Jul 2026

+1 more

We could never have navigated these busy sites without our expert guide - it was unbelievably busy and hot in high summer but the tour guide did a fantastic job of making it enjoyable and informative. I am a history buff and the guide managed to make some interesting points i hadn't considered about the exhibits whilst keeping us all together and navigating everything. Would definitely book this tour guide and this company again for other things. We're very glad we booked this tour.

Combo: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel + St. Peter’s Basilica Dome Guided Tour

Kenny L

United Kingdom

Group

May 2026

+2 more

We covered a lot of Rome's attractions- we did the Trevi Fountain, saw the Pantheon, walked up the Spanish steps and saw the Colloseum. The ability to hop on and off when and where you wanted was a great advantage.

Combo (Save 10%): Rome Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + St. Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour Tickets

Thierry C

Switzerland

Couple

Jun 2026

We really enjoyed our tour. The guide was simply perfect; he showed us the treasures of the Vatican with professionalism and kindness.

VIP Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica Private Tour