Rome: Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica, Grottoes & Square
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Step into the heart of Rome and uncover the architectural marvels of St. Peter's Square! Begin your exploration with the stunning designs and clever optical illusions conceived by Bernini. As you enter the grand Basilica, prepare to be awed by its sheer magnificence.
With an expert guide leading the way, you'll encounter Renaissance and Neoclassical art treasures. Marvel at the grand 98.5-foot canopy and Michelangelo's revered "Pietà," a masterpiece of expressive beauty.
Venture below ground to the ancient grottoes, where you'll visit St. Peter's tomb. Encounter the original 4th-century Basilica's historic walls and admire the exquisite frescoes that adorn this sacred space.
Ideal for art lovers and history enthusiasts, this tour offers a unique glimpse into Rome's profound cultural legacy. Don't miss out on creating lasting memories of this UNESCO heritage site—secure your spot today!
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St Peter's Basilica
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AUGUSTE - France
The guide's comments were very interesting and relevant. She was able to capture our attention and tell us the most important things. The so-called skip-the-line ticket does not skip any lines. There is a long wait before and during the visit, entry to the Basilica is free and religious services follow one after the other. The place is magnificent, it is absolutely essential to visit.
Tiziana - Belgium
Barbara est une guide fantastique. Elle parle extrêmement bien français et connaît parfaitement son sujet. Elle organise son tour de manière intelligente pour éviter autant que possible les foules. Elle ne compte pas son temps et tient à partager tout ce qu’elle connaît. Merci beaucoup à elle qui nous a appris un tas de choses sur la basilique saint Pierre aujourd’hui.
Chaidi - France
Parfait
Melissa - Italy
Very well organized tour. Remember that 2025 is a Jubilee year: there will be queues to access via della Conciliazione and queues to get past the metal detectors and reach St. Peter's Square: the tour will last more than 1H but it's not your guide's fault 😉 The Piazza and Basilica are beautifully polished and splendid!
Giovanni - Italy
Benoit - France
Laura - Italy
Lorenzo - Italy
Ottimo,,, bravissima Brigida, senza di lei 3 ore di fila sarebbero state interminabili
Ivan - Italy
Anita - Germany
Unser Guide Lorenzo hat die Wartezeit in der Schlange vor dem Petersdom mit interessanten Fakten und netten Anekdoten sehr kurzweilig gestaltet. Es kam uns nicht wie 1 Stunde vor. Teile der Basilika waren wegen einer Messe nicht zugänglich, Lorenz hat es super kompensiert und viele Informationen über den Petersdom gegeben. Lorenzo hat uns sogar in die Schlange zur Kuppel begleitet. Die Führung hat viel länger als die 1 Stunde gedauert, die angegeben ist. sehr gute Orga, toller Guide.
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