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St. Peter’s Basilica Dome Guided Tour

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Climb to the very top of Michelangelo’s St. Peter’s Basilica dome, one of the most magnificent domes in the city of Rome, and bask in the unparalleled view of the rolling green Castelli Romani hills, the Tyrrhenian Sea, and the opulent Vatican! Discover the Papal Tombs and artistic wonders housed in the Basilica.

Highlights

  • Visit the attractions of the Vatican early in the morning for a quiet and intimate experience, before the crowds are granted entry.

  • Get breathtaking views of Rome and splendid sights of the hills all around from your unique vantage point at the crest of the St. Peter’s Basilica, the highest point in Rome.

  • You will be accompanied by an expert local guide who will describe the various interesting aspects of the Papal Tombs and Michelangelo’s dome.

  • Explore the St. Peter’s Basilica’s charming interiors and the Papal Sarcophagi after your visit to the top of the dome.

  • This is one of the only tours that will take you to the top of the dome and to visit the Papal tombs.

Inclusions

  • Admission to the St. Peter’s Basilica

  • Dome climb

  • Visit to the Papal Sarcophagi (optional)

  • Expert English, Spanish, French, German or Italian-speaking guide

Exclusions

  • Pick-up and drop-off services

  • Gratuities

  • Food and drinks

  • Visit to the Necropolis / St. Peter’s Tomb / Scavi

Cancellation policy

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

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Guests from United States, United Kingdom, Spain and over 53 countries have loved this experience
Volker Singer

Volker

5/5

Mar, 2024

We were lucky that we only had to wait a short time. The tour was very nice and interesting. Many thanks for the good service
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Ioanna Rizou

Ioanna

5/5

Mar, 2024

The guide was very friendly always willing to answer any questions. He explained everything giving us fun facts! Very satisfied from this experience. The app is user friendly.
ANNA PARALOUSI

Anna

5/5

Mar, 2024

We came few minutes later at the tour. No one was answering our calls BUT we were lucky that a security guy knew our tour guide and contacted him directly. The tourguide was amazing, friendly happy to explain. The agency though never answered our calls or messages in which we were informing them that we were late and lost! Maybe this is something that can be improved. Place amazing! The tourgide very good and kind!
SABINE GOESCH

Sabine

4/5

Mar, 2024

everything was great but it was disappointing that we had to queue for almost 1.5 hours before we could even get inside the St Peters' Basilica. It would be a big plus if there would be a 'fast track' or skip the normal lines arrangement to get to the exquisite tour. At least, if this is always the case, it would help if you would mention in your description that the wait is for 1.5 hrs. This avoids the situation that following bookings (e.g., Vatican Museums) were made in vain because the timings didn't fit any more. Again, the guide was very nice and very knowledgeable.
Jonatan Gordillo Pliego

Jonatan

5/5

Mar, 2024

My family and I loved the visit to the dome and St. Peter's Chapel, all 10, special attention to our guide Valentina, a professional and explaining everything in detail, recommended 100%.
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Ascend to the Top of St. Peter’s Basilica

Avoid the crowds and get an intimate glimpse of the treasures of the Vatican on this early-morning guided tour. The tour begins with an exciting climb that involves both a staircase and an elevator to the highest point of Rome’s iconic St. Peter’s Basilica. The view from here is simply breathtaking. The city of Rome, a striking and glorious confluence of the ancient and the modern, stretches past the wetlands and forests of the Riserva Naturale, and all the way to the Tyrrhenian Sea in the southwest. You will see the Vatican and some of Rome’s most famous landmarks bordered by the Castelli Romani hills. Your guide will point out all the attractions and tell you more about these fascinating places in Rome.

Explore St. Peter’s Basilica and the Holy Papal Tombs

Walk back down to terra firma and enter the Basilica after a short break near the entrance. An artistic and architectural marvel designed by geniuses of the Renaissance like Donato Bramante, Lorenzo Bernini, and Michelangelo, St. Peter’s Basilica has become one of the world’s most ostentatious symbols of Christianity. Your guide will tell you all about the beliefs that surround the real location of the tombs of St. Peter and the first Bishop of Rome. Admire some of the artistic masterpieces of Bernini and Michelangelo before heading to see the Papal Sarcophagi of the Basilica.

Important Information

  • This tour is not wheelchair-friendly.

  • On days close to religious holidays at the Vatican, parts of the tour such as the Papal Tombs may not be open. In this case, the tour of the Basilica itself will be extended.

  • Please note that this tour includes a climb of a substantial number of steps and requires a decent level of physical fitness to undertake.

  • Please be dressed appropriately. Sleeveless blouses, miniskirts, shorts, and hats are not permitted. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

  • Expect a considerable wait time as you queue for the security checks. It could take up to 60 minutes during the peak season.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show a valid student ID.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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