Vatican Private St. Peter's Basilica &Grottoes w/tickets
At a glance
Vatican Private St. Peter's Basilica &Grottoes w/tickets is a 2h 30m private experience in Rome, Italy, operated by ZaLia. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 30 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $148.89 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Licenced Tour Guide, Travel insurance for the duration of the tour, Skip The Line Tickets included.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 4 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Let your Guide to take care of everything: Timing, Tickets and special Entrances!
You can concentrate on your Lifetime experience in the Majestic Saint Peter's Basilica and visit the tomb of Saint Peter.
We will start at Saint Peter's Square to unveil the 4 thousand year history of this extraordinary place
Followed by the Vatican Grottoes with 92 tombs and Saint Peter's Tomb himself
After heading to the upper level we will follow the detailed tour of the entire "Modern" Basilica
Please note that the Dome visit is optional and should be asked for well in advance (Guide pays for her own ticket)
What's included
What's included
- Licenced Tour Guide
- Travel insurance for the duration of the tour
- Skip The Line Tickets included
- Cancellations permitted
Not included
- Dome visit is optional, please ask in advance , guide ticket has to be covered as well
- Access to some chapels may be limited due to ceremonies
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 20m
Entering the Vatican Soil
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Stop 2 · 30m
The Colourful Layered History of the Famous Square from Caligula , through Michelangelo and to Mussolini!
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Stop 3 · 15m
Vatican Grottoes is a Sacred place where is Saint Peters Tomb is located
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Stop 4 · 1h
The opening of the Holy Door is the most well-known and moving ritual, marking the Jubilee 2025 the most memorable experience
Meeting point
You will see a cheerful petite blond Signora wearing a guide badge
by the entrance into the Ristorante Mancini dal 1967
The taxi can drop you right on the side of it
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In case you choose The St Peters Dome: 551 steps, the final staircase is very narrow, and gets narrower as you go, you won't be able to sit &rest.
- The St Peters Dome :Not recommended for Pregnant , elderly, suffering from closed environment or for people with difficulty climbing steps
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Vatican Private St. Peter's Basilica &Grottoes w/tickets take?
The experience lasts about 2h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $148.89 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?
Licenced Tour Guide; Travel insurance for the duration of the tour; Skip The Line Tickets included; Cancellations permitted.
Where does it start?
You will see a cheerful petite blond Signora wearing a guide badge by the entrance into the Ristorante Mancini dal 1967 The taxi can drop you right on the side of it
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 English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 30 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rome.
