Guided Tours

St. Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour

Name: St. Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour
Start: 2026-02-20T08:30:00
End: 2026-02-20T11:00:00
Location: Rome

St. Peter’s Basilica facade with dome in Vatican City.

St. Peter’s Basilica interior with ornate ceiling and columns on guided tour.

Tour guide explaining St. Peter’s Basilica interior to visitors.

Visitors inside St. Peter's Basilica in Rome viewing artwork and architecture.

Duration

1 hr

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Guided tour

Explore the largest church in the world and discover what makes St. Peter's Basilica a Renaissance masterpiece.

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Trine

Dec 2025

Verified booking

It was a very good tour of an excellent place with a great guide, Volo. Unfortunately, the meeting point was another than the place, I had received notice about. As a result, having waited for 20 minutes, we arrived four minutes before the tour started causing us quite a lot of stress that could have been avoided had we received the correct information regarding the meeting point.

Alexander

Feb 2026

Verified booking

A very knowledgeable tour guide who not only knows Vatican City and St. Peter's Basilica like the back of her hand, but was also able to answer all questions very competently. She even managed to bridge the rather long wait for security checks and admission to the church with stories, explanations, and answers to questions.

Maria

Jan 2026

Verified booking

From the beginning, Julio managed to catch our attention with all the history facts that he explained to us while waiting in the queue, then inside the area where the tombs are, explaining a bit of each Pope, and inside the Basilica with a broad knowledge of facts and curiosities. It's been absolutely amazing and fascinating, definitely to recommend!

Explore St. Peter's Basilica on a guided tour and discover its stunning architecture, rich history, and the artistry of Michelangelo's dome.

Check out stunning works of art and architecture by Bernini, Donato Bramante, and Carlo Maderno, and learn about them from your expert guide.

After the tour comes to an end, you can pay homage to Pope John Paul II at his tomb and learn about the iconic chair of St. Peter.

Enjoy the guided experience in a language of your choice with tours available in English, French, Spanish, and Italian.

Fun fact: St. Peter's Basilica took more than 100 years to build.

Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica with skip-the-line entry

Expert English, French, Italian or Spanish-speaking guide

Assistance at meeting point

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Alexander
Feb 2026
Verified booking
A very knowledgeable tour guide who not only knows Vatican City and St. Peter's Basilica like the back of her hand, but was also able to answer all questions very competently. She even managed to bridge the rather long wait for security checks and admission to the church with stories, explanations, and answers to questions.
Francesca
Feb 2026
Verified booking
Unfortunately, the crowds in recent months have been so large that even with skip-the-line tickets, we had to wait more than two hours to get in. Our guide was very good at "entertaining" us with explanations and stories. I wouldn't say that time flew by, but she made everything more enjoyable. She was also very attentive to people with disabilities in the group.
Carminda
Feb 2026
Verified booking
Our guide Valentina gave us a wonderful tour and showed us some amazing sights. She is very knowledgeable in her field, and we felt very privileged. Valentina deserves 6 stars! Grazie Valentina!
Chia
Feb 2026
Verified booking
Peter was a great storyteller and he kept our attention throughout the guide while ensuring we got through the crowd smoothly.
Valentina
Feb 2026
Verified booking
Ilaria was an amazing guide! She conveyed her passion for art to us in a unique way, and it was wonderful.

Intriguing artworks

At St. Peter's Basilica, you will find a dedicated desk where you can show your voucher. Inside, check out masterpieces of Renaissance art such as Michelangelo's Pieta, the giant bronze canopy of St. Peter’s Baldachin, the Chair of St. Peter, and others. Learn about hundreds of points of interest, local attractions, and hidden gems from local experts.

Explore with an official guide

Along the way, your guide will provide insights into the history and symbolism of the artwork and architecture, helping you to understand the significance of what you're seeing. You may also have the opportunity to climb to the top of the dome, which offers breathtaking views of Vatican City and the surrounding area.

Vatican Museums

Monday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Tuesday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Wednesday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Thursday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Friday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Saturday	8:00am - 8:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Sunday	Closed

St Peter's Basilica

Monday	7:00am - 7:10pm
Tuesday	7:00am - 7:10pm
Wednesday	7:00am - 7:10pm
Thursday	7:00am - 7:10pm
Friday	7:00am - 7:10pm
Saturday	7:00am - 7:10pm
Sunday	7:00am - 7:10pm

Vatican grottoes

Monday	9:00am - 6:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Tuesday	9:00am - 6:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Wednesday	9:00am - 6:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Thursday	9:00am - 6:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Friday	9:00am - 6:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Saturday	9:00am - 6:00pm	last entry 6:00pm
Sunday	9:00am - 6:00pm	last entry 6:00pm

Tomb of Saint Peter

Monday	7:00am - 7:10pm	last entry 6:10pm
Tuesday	7:00am - 7:10pm	last entry 6:10pm
Wednesday	7:00am - 7:10pm	last entry 6:10pm
Thursday	7:00am - 7:10pm	last entry 6:10pm
Friday	7:00am - 7:10pm	last entry 6:10pm
Saturday	7:00am - 7:10pm	last entry 6:10pm
Sunday	7:00am - 7:10pm	last entry 6:10pm

St Peters Square

Monday	7:00am - 7:10pm
Tuesday	7:00am - 7:10pm
Wednesday	7:00am - 7:10pm
Thursday	7:00am - 7:10pm
Friday	7:00am - 7:10pm
Saturday	7:00am - 7:10pm
Sunday	7:00am - 7:10pm

What's not allowed

Strict dress code: knees and shoulders must be covered for all guests.

Mobile phones must remain on silent mode inside the Basilica.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. The right semicircle of Saint Peter’s Square is equipped with ramp access into the Basilica. For any special requirements, contact accoglienza@fsp.va in advance.

Sign language guided tours are available at the Basilica. This service must be booked at least 48 hours in advance at the following email address: visiteguidate@fsp.va.

Additional information

Expect a long wait at security, especially during peak times. Patience is key, it could take up to 2 hours!

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.