St. Peter's Basilica Underground Access

Discover St. Peter’s Basilica with expert guides. Explore Renaissance designs, Michelangelo’s Pieta, and more. Limited group sizes for a personalized experience.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • St. Peter’s Square - Pause to admire the stunning view of St. Peter’s Square and its Basilica. Discover its history and importance as a gathering place for the faithful.
  • St. Peter’s Basilica - Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Vatican City with our exclusive one-hour tour of St. Peter’s Basilica and Dome. Explore the rich…
What's Included
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Radio Headset Equipment to Better Hear Your Guide
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

Join our knowledgeable guides who will breathe life into the sites with historical context, engaging stories, and fascinating details.
Your journey begins at the meeting point, where your guide provides a brief overview of Vatican City and St. Peter’s Basilica.
Explore the exterior of the Basilica, learning about its Renaissance design and symbolic…

Location
Piazza Risorgimento
Piazza del Risorgimento
Piazza Risorgimento 00192 Roma RM.italy Find your guide at Piazza Risorgimento facing the green kiosk, holding our company logo flag ITALIAEXPLORER .
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(39 Ratings)
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Traveler34124653117
Jul 27, 2025
A great visit - Our guide was incredible—so knowledgeable and respectful of the sacred space. The underground chambers were surreal, quiet, and humbling. I’m so glad we booked this version of the tour instead of the general visit.
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Voyage24253182054
Jul 19, 2025
Truly unforgettable - I never thought I’d walk beneath St. Peter’s Basilica and stand in places, so few ever see. The underground necropolis left me in awe , quiet, ancient, almost sacred. Our guide shared stories not found in any book, and the emotion in her voice made the whole tour deeply personal. Truly unforgettable.
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Ling_l
Jul 12, 2025
Peter was a perfect guide... - Peter was a perfect guide for St. Peter's and shared so much information about the history and symbolism of the basilica that really enriched our experience. Truly a phenomenal tour. One part of the tour was closed, so we only went into the basilica, but even still, I don't feel like anything was lacking and we had a truly marvelous experience.
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Mike
Jul 5, 2025
Amazing - Amazing experience. Our guide was a teacher and he gave so much context beyond what I would ever have guessed. We got right in without any wait
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Sightsee19003620325
Jun 25, 2025
One of the most unique experiences I had in Rome - The underground access gave us a glimpse into early Christian history, and walking through the crypts was both moving and mysterious. The basilica itself is stunning, but this hidden part added a whole new layer.
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Dream18427187842
Jun 24, 2025
Unforgettable tour - Getting underground access beneath St. Peter’s Basilica felt like stepping into a hidden world. The guide was amazing, full of passion and knowledge. Seeing the ancient tombs and learning the deep history of this sacred place gave me chills. Highly recommended!
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Dream11169741726
Jun 21, 2025
Very moving tour - Very moving tour. ❤️ I wasn’t expecting to be so emotional walking through the crypts of the early popes and saints. The guide gave us context that made everything feel alive. The basilica itself is a masterpiece, but the underground section is what I’ll remember most.
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Trip08532805999
Jun 17, 2025
Very well organized tour! - We skipped the long lines, and the guide led us smoothly through both the main basilica and the underground area. The sculptures, mosaics, and spiritual atmosphere were unforgettable. The underground part felt like a hidden world beneath history.
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Escape04195051217
Jun 17, 2025
Breathtaking tour - I’ve been to Rome before but never saw this part of the basilica. The underground access felt very exclusive, and it was so moving to see the tomb of St. Peter.Going underground was both emotional and thrilling. Our guide made history come alive!
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Desiree_g
Jul 4, 2025
Not worth it - Had to meet guide at one point to check in, only to walk another 15 mins to meet another guide, who introduced us to the tour guide. Rediculous amount of in needed walking g. The church is free. Just do it on your own. English speaking guide but bc accent could not understand her at all. In addition, initial guide we me changed time. They said they tried to contact us by phone, what’s app, email etc. That was a big fat lie - I handed her my phone and showed her all of my platforms - no messages. Rome guide were horrible with the exception of food tour
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up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).