Attractions & guided tours

St. Peter's Basilica, Square and Papal Grottoes Guided Tour in English

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Wheelchair accessible

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Entrance Fees Included

Guided Tour

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Why you’ll love this…

Take a tour of St. Peter's Square and Basilica perfect for all ages
Admire some of the Basilica's most famous sculptures and mosaics
Listen to the stories and anecdotes your local guide will tell you
See the Grottoes, where some of the most famous popes are buried

What to expect

Set off on a guided tour of Rome to discover the history and secrets of St. Peter's Basilica. Admire beautiful architecture, famous works of art, and the Papal Grottoes.

Follow your guide as you explore St. Peter's Basilica's past and observe its grand interior, covered in gold and breathtaking colors. See the works created by Michelangelo, Bernini and Bramante, a crucial point for religion and a symbol of the beauty of the Renaissance and Baroque.

After the Basilica, go to the Grottoes, where previous pontiffs were buried. Upon request, at the end of the tour, it is possible to get directions to visit the Dome of St. Peter.

What's included

Guided tour

What's not included

Skip-the-line tickets

Where

Piazza Pio XII, 12, 00193 Roma RM, Vatican City, Italy

Meeting point:

Meet your guide in front of Mondo Cattolico store. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the start of the experience.

What to remember

Not allowed:

Low-cut, sleeveless tops or shorts are not permitted. An appropriate dress code is required when visiting the Vatican

Know in advance:

A minimum of 2 people is required per reservation
There is a mandatory security check before entering the Basilica
The grottoes may be closed without notice
If you want to visit the St. Peter’s Dome, please inform the tour guide during the tour

Remember to bring:

Your ID card or passport

Provider

1 City Tour

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

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