St. Peter's Basilica Dome, Basilica & Underground Grottoes Tour

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Description

Summary

Starts
Piazza della Città Leonina
Duration
3 Hrs.
Languages
English
Difficulty
Hard
Admission
Mobile ticket

Description

Enhance your journey with this St. Peter's Basilica Dome, Basilica & Underground Grottoes Tour. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Italy on a unique guided climbing tour that offers a memorable exploration of Rome.

This enriching experience lasts approximately 3 hours and is the perfect addition to your Italy travel itinerary. Previous participants have given this architecture tour an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 154 reviews.

Whether you're into cultural immersion or seeking adventure, this tour is carefully crafted to provide you with a close-up experience of Vatican City (Citta del Vaticano), St. Peter's Square (Piazza San Pietro), St. Peter's Dome (Cupola di San Pietro), St. Peter's Basilica (Basilica di San Pietro), and Vatican Grottoes (Grotte Vaticane).

Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable expert will guide you, offering valuable insights and information. The activity is offered in 1 language: English. The activity is offered in English and welcomes English speakers of all levels.

The starting point for this architecture tour is located in Rome. The exact address is Piazza della Città Leonina, 00193 Roma RM, Italy. The endpoint of the tour is located at Piazza della Città Leonina, 00193 Roma RM, Italy.

Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 15 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.

The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Elevate your visit in Rome to the extraordinary by reserving your spot for this guided climbing tour. Select your travel dates now and secure your spot before it fills up completely. Your cultural adventure in Italy awaits!

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Included

Expert, English-speaking tour guide
Headsets when appropriate
Entrance into St. Peter’s Dome by lift
Entrance into St. Peter’s Basilica & Underground Crypts with the Pope Tombs

Destinations

Aerial panoramic cityscape of Rome, Italy, Europe. Roma is the capital of Italy. Cityscape of Rome in summer. Rome roofs view with ancient architecture in Italy. Rome

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Attractions

Vatican Museums, Vatican CityVatican Museums
St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican CitySt Peter's Basilica

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for those who suffer from claustrophobia and/or vertigo
Please note that the dome’s elevator only takes you to the first terrace. In order to climb to the top of the dome you will have to use stairs (320 steps). Please allow yourself approximately 20 extra minutes if you wish to climb up to the dome of St Peters from there.
We may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues
Only small bags are allowed
Tickets for the dome cannot be pre-bought. The group will have to queue for the guide to acquire them on the day of the tour.

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