St. Peter's Basilica Dome to Underground Grottoes Tour Discount Tickets

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location pin icon Piazza San Pietro, Vatican City, 120, Italy
location pin icon Vatican City
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16% OFF Refundable
English Group of Max 30 people
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$49.86

REG. $59.04
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Italian Group Tour max 30 pax
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$49.86

REG. $59.04
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English Group max. 10 people
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$79.78

REG. $94.46

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SMALL GROUP ENGLISH TOUR: Small group tour (Maximum 10 participants) with an English speaking guide.
16% OFF Refundable
German Group of Max. 30 people
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$49.86

REG. $59.04
16% OFF Refundable
Spanish Group of Max 30 people
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$49.86

REG. $59.04
16% OFF Refundable
PORTUGUESE TOUR
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$64.81

REG. $76.75
16% OFF Refundable
French Group of Max. 30 people
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$49.86

REG. $59.04

Overview

Discover St. Piter's Basilica ( one of the finest cathedrals) on a guided tour small group with a professional art historian. Enjoy a rare bird's- eye view over Rome with this tour that's includes a climb to the top of it's dome.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide 15 minutes before, outside the activity provider's office in Via del Mascherino 88. The meeting point is just a 2-minute walk from St. Peter's Basilica.

Language Offered

German-GUIDE

Portuguese-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. St. Peter's Square
The most famous and the biggest square of the Vatican City. In the middle of the huge square enjoy the Obelisk from Egypt (over 2500 years old) 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.
Duration: 10 mins
2. The Vatican Grottoes
Enjoy a visit to the Papal Grottoes, the vast crypt under St. Peter's Basilica. Built 3 meters below the level of the Basilica, they are located just under the great altar in the middle of the central nave. Here, you can see where hundreds of popes and members of royalty have been buried since the 11th century.
Duration: 15 mins
3. St. Peter's Basilica
After entering the Basilica, you will discover the beautiful artworks that fill its space. While walking on the colorful marbles, you will be mesmerized by the enormous dimension of the building and the ceilings entirely covered in gold. Here the guide will take you through the main highlights. You will discover the incredible Papal Altar under Bernini's Baldachin, and marvel at Michelangelo's other timeless masterpiece, La Pietà, as you explore the most important church in the Christian world.
Duration: 40 mins
4. St. Peter's Basilica
From the highest point within vatican, admire breathtaking and panoramic views of the city, including the vatican gardens below. Keep your camera ready to click beautiful panoramic views.
Duration: 40 mins

Inclusion

Tour guide

All Fees and Taxes

Good quality headsets

Dome tickets by elevetor

Exclusion

Transportation is not included

Skip the line

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

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

Supplied by Best In Rome Tour

Reviews

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Based on 210 reviews

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