Rome: St. Peter’s Basilica, Dome Climb, and Underground Tour
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
St. Peter's Basilica, located within Vatican City, is a symbol of religious devotion and architectural grandeur. A guided tour of this iconic basilica provides an immersive encounter with its historical, artistic, and spiritual dimensions.
Marvel at the Renaissance and Baroque architecture of this monumental church, including the awe-inspiring dome designed by Michelangelo.
Explore a treasure trove of masterpieces by renowned artists such as Michelangelo's "Pieta" and Bernini's "Baldacchino."
Discover the religious importance of St. Peter's Basilica as the burial site of St. Peter and a hub for major papal ceremonies.
Descend into the Vatican Grottoes to pay homage to the tombs of popes and saints, including the traditional resting place of St. Peter. Ascend to the top of the dome for panoramic vistas of Vatican City and Rome, offering a unique perspective on the Eternal City.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please select the right option for the Dome climb or no Dome climb option
We offer a variety of tour options to suit your preferences: Italian Regular Tour (No Dome), German Regular Tour (No Dome), French Regular Tour (No Dome), Spanish Regular Tour (No Dome), English Regular Tour (No Dome), German Tour with Dome Climb, Italian Tour with Dome Climb, French Tour with Dome Climb, Spanish Tour with Dome Climb, English Tour with Dome Climb
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
St. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Basilica is one of the holiest sites in Christianity. It is traditionally believed to be built on the burial site of Saint Peter, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and the first Bishop of Rome (Pope). The basilica holds great religious and historical importance for Catholics. The basilica is renowned for its stunning Renaissance and Baroque architecture. It was designed by notable architects like Donato Bramante, Michelangelo, Carlo Maderno, and Gian Lorenzo Bernini.
The Vatican Grottoes
The Vatican Grottoes, located beneath St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, are a sacred and historically significant underground complex. This subterranean space serves as the final resting place for numerous popes, saints, and notable figures from the history of the Catholic Church. Visitors to the Vatican Grottoes can explore a labyrinth of burial chambers and tombs, including the traditional resting place of St. Peter, one of Jesus' apostles and the first Bishop of Rome (Pope). The grottoes are adorned with artistic and decorative elements that reflect the rich heritage and religious significance of the Catholic faith. Accessible to tourists and pilgrims, the Vatican Grottoes provide a unique opportunity to delve into the history of the Church and pay homage to its revered figures. These underground chambers are a place of reverence, reflection, and historical exploration, offering a deeper understanding of the enduring legacy of the Catholic Church.
What‘s Included
Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica
Headsets to clearly hear your guide
Professional and Licenced Guide
Entry tickets to the Dome. IF OPTION SELECTED
Entry to Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel
Options
English Tour with Dome Climb
Basilica Private Tour
Basilica Private Tour
Spanish Tour with Dome Climb
Italian Tour with Dome Climb
French Tour with Dome Climb
Spanish Regular Tour (No Dome)
Spanish Regular Tour (No Dome): This option include complete guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and the Papal Tombs. The Dome ticket is not included
English Regular Tour (No Dome)
English Regular Tour: The option include Complete guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and Papal Tombs, The Dome ticket is not included
German Regular Tour (No Dome)
German Regular Tour (No Dome): This option include complete guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and the Papal Tombs. The Dome ticket is not included
French Regular Tour (No Dome)
French Regular Tour (No Dome): This option include complete guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and the Papal Tombs. The Dome ticket is not included
German Tour with Dome Climb
Italian Regular Tour (No Dome)
Italian Regular Tour (No Dome): This option include complete guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and the Papal Tombs. The Dome ticket is not included
Reviews
320 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A must attraction that has to be done properly
richardfI5170FK,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is one of the most historically important places in the world and therefore needs to be viewed properly. We thoroughly searched the countless tours offered online (beware of scams) and this appeared reliable, safe and highly recommended. It was easy to meet up with our guide to start the tour, who proved to be fantastic ly knowledgeable and a great communicator. Frederico conducted the tour at a highly satisfactory pace and certainly orchestrated the delivery of St Peter's many wow factors in an expert manner. We learned so much and gained a wonderful understanding of the Basilicas history and features. After the tour is concluded, you are free to stay as long as you like, which was great for us to grab additional photos. Highly recommend this tour, and if you get Frederico, you will not be disappointed.
This was my 2nd visit to...
Josh C,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was my 2nd visit to the St. Peter’s and because of the beautiful weather I wanted to see Rome from the top of the Dome. We arrived to the entrance to see the site was going to close early, within the hour. Our guide, Olga, went out of her way to make sure part of our group could go directly to the Dome to ensure we didn’t miss the chance. Olga was extremely knowledgeable and if given the chance I would seek her out to give me another tour. The views from the Dome were stunning and St. Peter’s is indescribable.
Great Tour
Janet Z,,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fred gave us a thorough explanation about the St. Peter's Basilica. We really enjoyed the tour and we were able to explore the dome and the church.
Fredrico was very...
Matt K,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Fredrico was very informative and it seemed the perfect pace to get a basic overview of Saint Peter basilica.
Super experience!
Noemi T,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Sofia, was engaging, nice and very prepared. Experience absolutely to try!
Olga was a fantastic tour...
Ryan M,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Olga was a fantastic tour guide. We all very much appreciated her and would do this same tour again with her.
We had a very nice tour...
Ryan M,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a very nice tour and our tour guide Olga was fantastic. Two of the guest in our tour group were horrible people, very disrespectful, disruptive and were drinking on the tour, but our guide handled the situation and I think we had a very nice day.
10/10 recommend
Kellie D,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Frederico was amazing!! He made all the info easy to understand and emphasized the importance of everything we were seeing.
Amazing experience
Lorena V,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I think we had the best tour guide in my opinion. I decided to do a Spanish tour since I was traveling with family. Eva was very friendly, knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and overall very respectful and kind to everyone.
Federico was awesome at...
Whitney R,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Federico was awesome at Peter’s is so incredible we learned so much he knew all math amazing details and there are a lot!!
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