Vatican City: Skip the Line Access to St Peter Basilica
Overview
Mobile ticket
Gain exclusive access to St. Peter's Basilica, a cornerstone of Catholic faith and an architectural masterpiece, with reserved entry that allows you to bypass the crowds. Marvel at Michelangelo's Pietà and Bernini's grand Baldachin, each showcasing unparalleled artistry. Explore the stunning mosaics that adorn the Basilica's walls and ceilings, immersing yourself in a space rich with history and spiritual significance. Built over the tomb of St. Peter, this iconic church invites you to connect with centuries of artistic achievement and profound religious heritage.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Entrance fee
Private transportation
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting points
St. Peter's Basilica
Piazza San Pietro Vatican City Italy
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
St. Peter's Basilica
Enjoy skip-the-line access to St. Peter's Basilica and explore Vatican City at your own pace. Admire Michelangelo's Pietà and Bernini's Baldachin without the hassle of long queues.
Options
Only Skip The Line Tickets
Skip-the-Line : Fast-Track Entrance
Meeting point: Borgo vittorio-38, 00193
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
English Guided Tour
Small Group Tour: Skip the line Tickets and Tour
Metting Point: BORGO VITTORIO-38, 00193
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Reviews
98 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderfully interesting
iaccarinoannamaria,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We toured the Vatican with the guide Chiara. She was very good, I absolutely recommend it. Precise, professional, funny and ironic. Congratulations
Great experience.
William D,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Efficient check in. I had skip the line but because on my day St. Peter’s was apparently closed in the morning. We still had a queue but not as long as others. So still worth paying. But the experience was worth the wait.
Grazia Viator and Roma!
ShawnMarie C,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Makes a huge diff to skip the line. We waited maybe 10 min to get through the security bag check area and then went straight in. Thanks to all the different guides and teams for taking good care of us during all of our Viator bookings and tours!! St. Peter’s Basilica was amazing and I am so blessed I passed through the Holy Door during this Jubilee!!
Missed out in Rome.
Julie C,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00Book when you have extra time due to possibly closing of the basilica. Our tour time was set for noon but the basilica closed for an hour and a half.
We got a ticket without...
Angela K,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00We booked a skip-the-line ticket, but this was not the case and we still had to wait 40 minutes. Doesn't keep what it promises.
It’s so crowded and we...
nguyentiffany,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00It’s so crowded and we ended up in a regular line. The tour guide was new to the job and impatient. We’re all fell sorry for the personal story that she shared, but it’s not professional. The skip the line tour used to be fast and easy to get inside the Basilica but nowadays it’s just like going in with no “skip a line”
One should walk quickly...
Liv S,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00You should be quick on foot and always have the guide firmly in view, then s with the non-queue works. St. Peter's Basilica is worth the adventure though...
Great ... very good service
Christine O,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Certainly worth the money to skip the line. You are paying for the benefit but it was worth it. The queues can be very long depending on the time of year. We went mid term in October and the queue for public tickets was over 3 hours. It took us about 40 minutes.
So much more than a Basilica
Paul K,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Anna was an excellent tour guide. You could tell she was passionate about her work and very knowledgeable about the history behind this beautiful piece of architecture. Her knowledge made this tour very interesting and inspiring.
Scam!!!!! No line-cutting!
Jessica Q,
Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00I put a star because I need at least but do not even deserve! A skip-the-line ticket! You will have to wait 2/3 hours like everyone else and especially if you suffer from stress or agoraphobia ESCAPE you are in a very, very dense crowd! We had to get out of the crowd on the edge of discomfort! We have lost 40€ too bad!
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