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Tour of St Peter's Basilica with Dome Climb and Grottoes

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Overview

Available languages

German
Portuguese
English
Italian
French
Spanish

1 hour 45 minutes

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Embark on an extraordinary journey commencing at St. Peter's Square, where the architectural brilliance of Bernini unfolds.

Then enter the awe-inspiring St. Peter's Basilica, a realm adorned with golden ceilings, vibrant marbles, and masterpieces like Michelangelo's Pietà. Delve into the Papal grottoes underground, touching ancient walls and visiting St. Peter's tomb for a profound historical encounter.

The grand crescendo awaits as you ascend to the dome's summit, offering both close encounters with intricate mosaics and panoramic views of Rome's iconic landmarks. From this lofty perch at 136 meters, immerse yourself in breathtaking vistas, spotting the Colosseum, Pantheon, and beyond.

PLEASE NOTE: In the event that the grottoes or certain areas of St. Peter’s Basilica are closed, your guide will adapt the itinerary by highlighting alternative sites and artworks within the basilica. As a result, the overall duration and quality of the tour will remain unchanged.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

The dome's terrace might not be accessible during bad weather conditions. In that case, you can either ask for a partial refund and visit the Basilica and the grottoes or decide to cancel the tour for a full refund

An appropriate dress-code is required in order to enter the churches: knees and shoulders should be covered

Please take into consideration that the lines to clear security checks at the entrance of the square might take 15-120 minutes

We recommend to wear comfortable walking shoes

Please note that you will be required to pass through metal detectors at the entrance of the square

The meeting point is outside the Basilica before entering St. Peter's square and the security checks

The Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel are not part of this tour

The Vatican Necropoli is not part of this tour

We might not be able to accommodate, refund or reschedule late arrivals

Strollers are not allowed in the Basilica. There is a luggage deposit at the entrance of the basilica where you can leave the stroller

Please note that this is not a skip-the-line tour

Please provide the full names of all travellers when booking. The tickets are nominative, therefore, failure to present a voucher with all travellers' full names may result in denied entry

Each traveller must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the same name provided at the time of booking for a successful entry

PLEASE NOTE: In the event that the grottoes or certain areas of St. Peter’s Basilica are closed, your guide will adapt the itinerary by highlighting alternative sites and artworks within the basilica. As a result, the overall duration and quality of the tour will remain unchanged

Pets are not allowed inside the Basilica

Not recommended for travellers with claustrophobia

Not recommended for travellers with vertigo

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Professional art-historian guide

Guided tour of St. Peter Dome and St. Peter's Basilica

Sterilized headsets to hear clearly your guide

Entry fees to the top of the Dome

Full on-site assistance

The Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel are not part of this tour

This tour does not skip the line (neither the security checks one nor the dome's elevator one)

What To Expect

1

St. Peter's Square

Start your tour in St. Peters Square and perceive the all-embracing character of its majestic architecture. Understand the game of visual effects as were thought by its designer, Bernini, and find the two "special" spots in the square.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

St. Peter's Basilica

Then head towards the Basilica to be amazed by its magnificence. See why it took 150 years to rebuild and marvel at the golden ceilings and the impressive mosaics all around you. Let your art-historian guide lead you through renowned masterpieces of Renaissance and Neoclassic art. Be impressed by the harmonious 30-meters-high canopy and appreciate the expressive power and delicate beauty of Michelangelo's "Pietà".

40 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Spanish Group of Max.25 People

Spanish Tour: This option is for a Spanish tour in a group of a maximum of 25 participants.

Private Tour in Spanish

Private Tour: Select this option for Private guided tour in Spanish

Private Tour in Portuguese

Private Tour: Select this option for Private guided tour in Portuguese

Spanish Group of Max.10 People

Spanish tour: This option is for a Spanish tour in a group of a maximum of 10 participants.

English Group of Max.25 People

English Tour: This option is for an English tour in a group of a maximum of 25 participants.

Italian Group of Max.25 People

Italian Tour: This option is for an Italian tour in a group of a maximum of 25 participants.

Private Tour in Italian

Private Tour: Select this option for Private guided tour in Italian

Private Tour in German

Private Tour : Select this option for Private guided tour in German

German Group of Max.25 People

German Tour: This option is for a German tour in a group of a maximum of 25 participants.

Portuguese Group Max.10 People

Portuguese tour: This option is for a Portuguese tour in a group of a maximum of 10 participants.

French Group of Max.25 People

French Tour: This option is for a French tour in a group of a maximum of 25 participants.

German Group of Max.10 People

German tour: This option is for a German tour in a group of a maximum of 10 participants.

Italian Group of Max.10 People

Italian tour: This option is for a Italian tour in a group of a maximum of 10 participants.

French Group of Max.10 People

French tour: This option is for a French tour in a group of a maximum of 10 participants.

English Group of Max.10 People

English tour: This option is for a English tour in a group of a maximum of 10 participants.

Private Tour in French

Private Tour: Select this option for Private guided tour in French

Private Tour in English

Private Tour: Select this option for Private guided tour in English

ENGLISH GROUP FASTTRACK ACCESS

ENGLISH Group Fast-Track Tour: Small group tour (max 30) with dedicated security check entrance (not for dome access).
Duration: 2 hours

Reviews

4.59

2,301 reviews

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  • Patricio was great, and the group was very accommodating.

    Michael S,

    Sep 30, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    My wife and I were lost so we ended up late, but someone met us and rushed us to the group and we didn’t miss a beat. Our guide Patricio was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. There were multiple areas that were temporarily closed, and Patricio was able to navigate us in a way that allowed us to see everything on the tour and then some. Highly recommended group!

  • Informative and book early time!

    sarah s,

    Sep 29, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Book an early time. We did 845 and crowds were manageable. When we left at 1130 it was insane. We enjoyed it. Learned a lot more than of we were walking on our own. Amazing experience. Well worth it. Angelina was amazing

  • Worth the long wait? Yes!!

    Bob W,

    Sep 29, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    We purchased “Skip the Line” tickets, but apparently the “Skip the “Line” line was still a two hour wait to get through security. Francesca did her best to fill the time with detailed stories, but it still took forever to enter the basilica. Once inside it was breathtaking. She gave wonderful descriptions of the various sections of the church highlighting key historical features. Touring the grotto was a little rushed so we didn’t feel we had much time to see the tombs. Had to go with the flow. We had plenty of time to see the main level of the church though. Fascinating experience.

  • Great tour!

    Danielle S,

    Sep 28, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Glad we booked this. Got into the basilica easily and the tour guide was knowledgeable. The basilica is obviously breathtaking to see. If you book the Cupola climb plan for extra time. The total time on the listing is with the guide throughout the church. We did climb, it was fun and the top was awesome. It’s a VERY small, narrow staircase. I am petite and it felt very small and tight in there. It gets uneven or “tilts” a bit as you walk so if you get vertigo or claustrophobic I would not recommend doing the climb portion, or at least know that expectation going in. We enjoyed it, thought the climb was interesting. Glad we booked this tour and would recommend to friends.

  • There is a lot of walking...

    CATHY L,

    Sep 27, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    There is a lot of walking and a lot of information and a lot of people. It is very beautiful ad quite overwhelming.

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