• St. Peter’s Square - The tour commences with priority access from St. Peter’s Square. After completing the security check, the knowledgeable guide will share intriguing historical insights and interesting facts about St. Peter’s Square, including the impressive colonnades that encircle it.
• St. Peter’s Basilica - As you enter St. Peter’s Basilica, you will be greeted by Michelangelo’s awe-inspiring masterpiece, La Pietà. The tour continues along the central nave, where the guide will point out the remarkable architectural and artistic features that embellish the Basilica. Discover captivating details about Bernini’s magnificent Baldacchino, and conclude the visit by exploring the Papal tombs located beneath the church.

• Headsets for clear guide listening
• Reserved entrance to St. Peter’s Basilica

• St. Peter’s Dome Ticket can be purchased -€17 with steps or €22 with the lift.

Join an exclusive 2-hour guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica, exploring centuries of art, faith, and history. Start at the breathtaking St. Peter’s Square, where Bernini’s exquisite design, featuring its welcoming colonnades and central obelisk, sets the tone for an engaging experience.

Move from the lively public area into the sacred interior, as a licensed guide reveals the basilica’s rich history—from its Renaissance revival to Baroque enhancements. Admire Bernini’s Baldacchino, a grand bronze canopy adorning the high altar with spiraling columns and detailed reliefs, representing divine aspiration and papal authority.

Then, witness the touching beauty of Michelangelo’s Pietà, a stunning marble sculpture that captures the profound compassion of the Virgin Mary and the peaceful acceptance of loss with unmatched technical skill.

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