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St Peter's Basilica and Cupola Guided Tour
★ 4.6 (65 reviews, Viator and Tripadvisor) · Operator: Italy Pass tours
- 3 h on the listing; the time can vary by option
- Up to 20 people, up to 20 per booking
- Live guide: French
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Editor's take
Italy Pass combines dome admission with a guided visit to St Peter's Basilica and the papal tombs. The English Tour option takes 2 hours in a group of up to 20. Basilica entry itself is free.
Your licensed guide covers the Basilica and papal tombs. The route excludes Scavi and St Peter's Tomb. Lift use and guiding on the climb are unspecified. Another option is better if you need either detail settled before paying.
What does the Italy Pass Basilica and dome tour include?
5 options. Prices are per adult for a party of two, the usual lowest price of each option. The booking page shows the price for your date.
| Option | When | Guide | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRENCH TourDuration: 2 hours | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat 08:25, 12:50 | French | €52 |
| Italian guided tourDuration: 2 hours | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat 08:25, 08:30, 09:50, 12:30 | Italian | €52 |
| ENGLISH TourDuration: 2 hours | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat 08:25, 08:30, 09:50, 12:15, 12:30 | English | €52 |
| SPANISH TourDuration: 2 hours | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat 08:25, 08:30, 12:30, 12:50 | Spanish | €52 |
| GERMAN TourDuration: 2 hours | Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat 08:25, 12:30, 12:50 | German | €52 |
What's included
Included
- Visit the tombs of the popes
- Dome climb
- Audio headset
- Licensed tour guide
- Admission to the St. Peter’s Basilica
Not included
- Pick-up and drop-off services
- Food and drinks
- Visit to the Necropolis / St. Peter’s Tomb / Scavi
- Gratuities
Tour or official ticket?
The English Tour starts from €52 per person; official dome entry costs €17 by stairs or €22 with the lift. The extra buys a licensed guide and headset. Choose official entry if you want a clear choice of climb route and can explore without a guide.
Meeting point
Please come to the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour starts
Itinerary
From the operator: Italy Pass tours's own description of the route.
St Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Basilica is one of the most important places in the entire world. It's a heart of the Catholic Church and the residence of the Pope. Be led inside with a professional licensed guide. Go back in time with the fascinating stories of the history of Vatican, full of intrigues and remarkable events.
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Admire the incredible beauty of the cathedral, designed by world famous Michelangelo, Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Carlo Maderno. Feel delight exploring many masterpieces, tombs of popes and many relics. This church hosts famous Pieta by Michelangelo.
St Peter's Basilica
Climb on the top of the Cupola-one of the biggest in the world. Admire the fascinating 360 degrees panorama, from where you can see the whole Rome, which is spread before your eyes, and take the most famous and recognisable photos of Vatican.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Know before you go
From the operator: Italy Pass tours's own notes for this tour.
Access and children
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Reviews
4.6 out of 5 from 65 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor together. 91% gave 4 or 5 stars.
Tripadvisor
4.6
61 reviews
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Photos
From the Italy Pass tours listing, 10 photos in all.
From the operator
From the operator: Italy Pass tours's own description of the tour.
Visit the attractions of the Vatican early in the morning for a quiet and intimate experience, before the crowds are granted entry. Get breathtaking views of Rome and splendid sights of the hills all around from your unique vantage point at the crest of the St. Peter’s Basilica, the highest point in Rome. You will be accompanied by an expert local guide who will describe the various interesting aspects of the Papal Tombs and Michelangelo’s dome.
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Explore the St. Peter’s Basilica’s charming interiors and the Papal Sarcophagi after your visit to the top of the dome. This is one of the only tours that will take you to the top of the dome and to visit the Papal tombs.
