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St. Peter's Basilica and Dome Entry Ticket with Audio Guide

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Discover St. Peter's Basilica and Dome with a convenient elevator ride and engaging audio guide. View Rome from the best vantage point—Cupola’s Peak.

Highlights

Do you want to soak in the Renaissance-Baroque architecture of St. Peter’s Basilica and its Dome? Get this ticket cum audio guide for the experience.
No need to sweat those 171 steps to the Cupola. Your ticket includes an elevator ride to get you to the Dome’s base with ease.
Climb to the top of the mosaic and stucco Dome for exclusive vistas of the Vatican Gardens, Sistine Chapel roof, Papal election chimney, and more.
To get insights into the symbolism of every artwork in the world’s largest Church and its Dome, tune into the multilingual audio guide.
St. Peter’s Basilica is home to over 100 tombs, of which 91 belong to popes, royalties, and noblemen.

Inclusions

Admission to St. Peter's Basilica and Dome
Elevator ride to Cupola's base
Insightful audio guide
Climb to Dome's top
Assistance at the meeting point

Exclusions

Mobile Device & Earphone
Skip-the-line access
Live guide

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Ratings & Reviews

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Guests from Spain, United States, Switzerland and over 12 countries have loved this experience

Allison

3/5

Apr, 2024

It would be nice if once we checked in, we could go ahead and get in line for the basilica on our own since we just bought entry tickets and not a group activiry. We waited almost an hour just for all the people who booked tickets at the same time as us to check in before we got in line. At that point we should have just booked a tour with a guide. We were on a time crunch and wasted and hour sitting there waiting for other people when we opted for a self guided ticket option so we didn't get to spend as much time at the basilica as we would have liked.

James

4/5

Apr, 2024

The meeting place was close to the place to be visited, and the advantage of the wire cutter meant that you didn't have to wait long, but before you could get in, it took 1 hour to get to the security checkpoint. The visit itself was great, with a breathtaking view from the dome in bright sunshine. A must-see!

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Margo

3/5

Apr, 2024

We booked an experience at 7:30. We know it was not a skip the line ticket. I think we could have done this by ourselves for half of the price. We payed 20€ extra just to be guided to the security check and the ticket office (we waited in all the queus just like other visitors, and since the line for the elevator to the dome was also long, the guide encouraged us to take the stairs - thanks for that! - and hence we did not use the included elevator ticket). We couldn't use the audio guide, since we were not informed about bringing earplugs with us. Actually, we thought we would get an audio guide on site. However, the ladies were very helpfull and we encourage visitors to visit the basilica early in the morning.

Jonathan

5/5

Apr, 2024

Everything was perfect. Little wait to enter, great ability to communicate and very complete audio guides.

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Your experience

Prepare yourself for a journey through the heart of Papal history, Roman architecture, and Christian symbolism at St. Peter's Basilica and its Dome!

Best of Basilica from the Dome

Your adventure begins with an elevator ride to Cupola's base. The frescos, Corinthian pillars, cornices, and frieze, all set the stage for an extraordinary ascend to the base. The base gives you the best views of the sacred spaces of the Basilica—the 95-ft bronze baldachin covering the Papal Altar or St. Peter’s tomb. Be captivated by the craftsmanship of Ambrogio Buonvicino's bronze statues of the Apostles Peter and Paul, standing as guardians of this sacred space. Don’t miss Bernini's stained-glass window, casting an ethereal glow over the gilded Apse. But the real highlight? Pope Clement VIII's meticulously adorned dome. From the outstretched hand of Christ to the busts of Popes and apostles, every detail narrates Michelangelo's vision and Rome's spiritual and artistic heritage.

Views from Rome’s Highest Peak

Ascend to Cupola's peak, called "La Lanterna," for panoramic views of the Eternal City. From the Vatican Gardens to the Tiber River, view Rome's iconic landmarks from a whole new perspective. Catch a glimpse of the formidable Castel Sant'Angelo, Victor Emmanuel II Monument, and the Pantheon’s dome.

Our audio guide, available in seven languages, will be your trusted companion as you start this artistic and spiritual exploration of St. Peter's Basilica and Dome.

Operating hours

St Peter's Basilica

Monday	7:00 AM - 7:00 PM	last entry 7:00 PM
Tuesday	7:00 AM - 7:00 PM	last entry 7:00 PM
Wednesday	12:30 PM - 7:00 PM	last entry 7:00 PM
Thursday	7:00 AM - 7:00 PM	last entry 7:00 PM
Friday	7:00 AM - 7:00 PM	last entry 7:00 PM
Saturday	7:00 AM - 7:00 PM	last entry 7:00 PM
Sunday	7:00 AM - 7:00 PM	last entry 7:00 PM

Know before you go

What to bring

Stay ahead of the game; download the audio app beforehand to dodge any network glitches at the location.
Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

What's not allowed

Keep in mind sharp metallic tools or objects are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
Strict dress code: No low-cut, sleeveless tops, or shorts allowed for men or women.

Accessibility

Ramps and elevators are available at the venue for easy access.
Your safety comes first. So, avoid climbing 300 steps if you are pregnant or have claustrophobia, vertigo, and back and mobility issues.
This experience not wheelchair accessible
The experience is unsuitable for children under 7 years and adults over 75 years.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.