St. Peter's Basilica, Square & Papal Grottoes: Afternoon Guided Tour

Enjoy a captivating tour around one of the most impressive sights in Rome

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Highlights

Take a journey through the fascinating architectural wonder of St. Peter's Square and discover the grandiose optical illusions created by the famous designer Bernini. Enter the iconic Basilica and be amazed by its grandiose magnificence. Admire the exquisite mosaics adorning the walls and discover why it took 150 years to rebuild! Explore the fascinating masterpieces of Renaissance and Neoclassical art with your personal guide and appreciate the stunning 30-meter-high vault. Let yourself be amazed by the expressive power and ethereal beauty of Michelangelo's famous Pietà. Descend into the underground caves and admire the tomb of St. Peter. Touch the ancient walls of the original 4th-century basilica and admire the stunning frescoes.

What is included?

  • Guided tour of St.Peter's Basilica, Square and Papal Grottoes
  • Headset so that you can always hear your guide
  • Free time after the tour to explore St. Peter's Basilica at your own leisure

What is not included?

  • Access to the Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
  • Skip-the-line service
  • Guided tour of St Peter's dome

What is there to know?

Accompanying guide: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

* Not wheelchair accessible * Tour subject to weather and liturgical events
*Security checks at the entrance to the square may take 15-90 minutes.
*Skip-the-line service is NOT included
* Meet your guide in Largo del Colonnato n. 5, outside the Basilica and St. Peter's Square, before accessing the security checks.
* Look for a staff member with a yellow tag that says TOURIKS.
* Do not go through metal detectors before meeting your guide.
* Part of the security line may be in the sun. We recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen and water with you.
* Strollers are not allowed inside the Basilica

Meeting point

5 Largo del Colonnato - Roma - Italia

Cancellation policies

Can be canceled for free up to 72 hours before the selected time

Where is it

Roma

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