• St. Peter’s Square - Situated in Vatican City in front of St. Peter’s Basilica, St. Peter’s Square (Piazza San Pietro) is a grand and iconic Baroque plaza crafted by Gian Lorenzo Bernini between 1656 and 1667. Its elliptical design, with vast colonnades symbolizing the Church’s “embrace,” can accommodate over 300,000 people and features a central Egyptian obelisk.
• St. Peter’s Basilica - The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter in Vatican City, commonly known as Saint Peter’s Basilica, is a renowned church of the Italian High Renaissance located in Vatican City, a sovereign microstate surrounded by Rome, Italy.

St. Peter’s is celebrated as a pilgrimage site and for its liturgical events. The pope conducts several liturgies annually, either inside the basilica or in the adjacent St. Peter’s Square, attracting audiences ranging from 15,000 to over 80,000 individuals.

• Skip the line entrance to St. Peter’s Basilica
• Headsets to hear the guide clearly in crowded areas
• Access to St. Peter’s Dome (if Option Selected)
• Access to the papal tombs
• Tour Experience with Expert Official Licensed Basilica Guide

• Location pick-up and drop off
• Scavi / Necropolis

Begin your journey inside the Basilica, where you can admire masterpieces like Michelangelo’s famous sculpture La Pietà, Bernini’s grand Baldacchino, and the intricate altar. Your expert guide will illuminate the fascinating history, detailed art, and architectural marvels of this iconic site, regarded as the heart of the Catholic faith.

Proceed to the Vatican Grottoes to explore the papal tombs, chapels, and corridors, paying homage at the final resting places of popes, royals, and esteemed dignitaries from centuries past.

This exceptional tour ensures a deep appreciation of the unmatched artistry, spiritual importance, and historical grandeur of St. Peter’s Basilica.

After the tour, if the Dome option is chosen, please allocate at least an additional 30 minutes post-tour to take the elevator to St. Peter’s Dome. Here, you will be treated to stunning panoramic views of the city, providing an unforgettable experience high above Rome.

• Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not suitable for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
• If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per “No Show” rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
• Knees & Shoulders MUST be covered for both men & women.
• All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• Some monuments or areas may be under restoration and subject to last minute closures. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
• Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
• Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with on an individual basis but are the responsibility of the monument.
• The exact timings and reservations can vary, dependent on the monument/attraction’s administration offices availability and decisions on the booking day and can be subject to last minute changes. Departure time can differ up to 20 minutes from your selected time.
• St. Peter’s Basilica is subject to last minute closures for religous events, and the Papal audience on some Wednesday and Saturday mornings. In the event that it is closed if you have selected the option to visit St. Peter’s Basilica you will have an extended tour of the Vatican museums. The Basilica is free to enter and we do not have any control in the event of these closures it is not possible to provide a refund under these circumstances.
• Please note that on the day of your visit certain areas of the monument/attraction can be closed due to either religious events or national holidays.
• Please be advised capacity regulations and security may delay the tour departure this could also influence the smooth running of the tour especially on national holidays and events.

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