St Peter's Basilica and Cupola guided tour
At a glance
St Peter's Basilica and Cupola guided tour is a 1h 30m – 1h 50m small-group experience in Vatican City, , operated by Italy Pass tours. Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 41 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $49.25 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: tickets for vatican dome.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 10 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 30m – 1h 50m
- Group
- Small group, up to 10 travellers
- Languages
- German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Enjoy a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica led by a knowledgeable local expert.
Admire the breathtaking elegance of the world’s largest church, rich in history, art, and spiritual significance.
Discover the Chapel of the Confession, located beneath the high altar, where tradition says Saint Peter is buried.
Learn from professional, licensed Vatican guides who bring centuries of history to life.
Use personal headsets to clearly hear your guide without missing a word, even in the busiest areas.
Marvel at Michelangelo’s magnificent dome, a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture and one of the most iconic features of the Roman skyline.
What's included
What's included
- tickets for vatican dome
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 2h
Explore St. Peter's Basilica, the great Renaissance-style church with its dome that dominates the skyline of Rome biult by genius of Michelangleo over 500 years ago . Discover why the American philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson described it as "an ornament of the earth...the sublime of the beautiful".
Marvel at the interior of the biggest church in the world , lavishly decorated with marble statues , reliefs, architectural sculpture, and gilding. Discover the underground Chapel of the Confession and marvel at its curving marble staircases.and enjoy the beauty of the vatican basilica art
Meeting point
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the St Peter's Basilica and Cupola guided tour take?
The experience lasts about 1h 30m – 1h 50m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $49.25 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
tickets for vatican dome.
Where does it start?
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in German, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 41 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Vatican City.
