Attractions & guided tours

St. Peter's Basilica and Dome Audio Guided Tour with Entrance Tickets

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£25.00

Free cancellation

Language: English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Polish, Chinese, Japanese

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: Flexible

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Entrance fees included

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Why you’ll love this…

Climb the stairs to the top of St. Peter's Dome, 136 metres above the city
Enjoy the panoramic views of Rome from the highest building in the city
Learn the fascinating history of St. Peter's Basilica through your audio guide
Admire the artwork of Michelangelo's Pietà and Bernini's Baldacchino
Have a close look at the St. Peter's Basilica Dome's mosaics

What to expect

Experience the magnificent St Peter’s Basilica with entry to the Cupola and a self-guided audio tour. Enjoy 2000 years of history with delicate mosaics, stunning architecture and intricate sculptures before ascending up to see Michelangelo’s Cupola – the crowning dome.

Using a digital map and a self-guided audio tour with 27 points of interest, you'll journey through the Basilica's key highlights from the convenience of your smartphone. You'll climb the Dome and have a close look at the interior mosaics, while listening to informative stories about the church's history. Don't forget to take a scenic snap from the very top of the eternal city, while enjoying the panoramic views of St. Peter's Square and the Vatican Gardens.

Situated in Vatican City, St. Peter's Basilica stands as a remarkable symbol of both religious importance and exceptional architectural design. Construction of the Renaissance and Baroque-style building began over 500 years ago on the presumed burial site of St Peter, the disciple of Jesus Christ and Pope of the Catholic Church. Don't miss out on this unique experience to see the greatest of all churches of Christendom for yourself.

What's included

Audio guide
Downloadable APP
Multilingual audio commentary
Timed entry ticket

What's not included

Guided tour
Use of equipment
Transportation

Where

Borgo Santo Spirito, 17, 00193 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

Meeting point:

Meet a member of the local provider staff at the bar "Al San Michele" at your booked time to redeem your tickets.

What to remember

Not suitable for:

The tour is not recommended for children under 7 years and adults over 75 years or anyone who is claustrophobic, suffers from vertigo or has a walking difficulty
Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant women or participants with heart complaints, back problems or other serious medical conditions

Not allowed:

Visitors who do not adhere to the dress code will not be permitted entry to the Vatican
Knives, scissors, and any sharp objects must be surrendered before entering either the Basilica or the Museums

Know in advance:

Please note that the elevator will take you to the first level of the Dome. To reach the top you will need to climb around 300 steps

Remember to bring:

Entrance to the Vatican is subject to a strict dress code. Please make sure your shoulders and knees are covered. Low-cut or sleeveless tops or shorts are not allowed for men or women

Provider

Vox City International Ltd

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Bascht, Susi, Karin, Schuni und johanna
From United States of America - October 2024

Travelled with a group of friends

35 - 44 years old

Great
Overall rated
4/5
Opa,Oma mit Enkelin
From Germany - April 2024

Travelled with family

45 - 54 years old

Great
Overall rated
4/5

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