St. Peter's Basilica Tour
Description
Embark on a guided tour of the world-famous St. Peter's Basilica. Marvel at its superb architecture and outstanding art collection, then hit the Dome for a view to remember. Meet your guide and head for St. Peter's Basilica to start your tour. Hear fascinating facts about the important place of worship, including discovering where St. Peter was buried. After a security check, explore the Basilica's treasures, including Michelangelo's Pietà and Bernini's sculptures. Then, descend to the Vatican Grottoes to see the papal tombs and the resting place of Saint Peter. Delve into this sacred site's spiritual and artistic legacy as you immerse yourself in this masterpiece of Renaissance art. Explore the intricate details of the awe-inspiring interior, adorned with masterpieces by Michelangelo, Bernini, and more. Finish the tour near a refreshing fountain, with the option to revisit the church or purchase a ticket to climb the dome for stunning views of Rome.
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Itinerary
* Uncover the secrets of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome on this guided tour * Explore the building's underground grottoes and marvel at its ancient frescoes * Admire the Basilica's array of impressive marble, ceilings, and mosaics * Immerse yourself in St. Peter's permanent collection of world-class art * Enjoy the panoramic views of Rome from the highest building in the city
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(26)
The tour operator, The Empireverse, booked through Viator, never showed up. Apparently, they weren't doing the 2p tour we signed up for but they never told me. I never got an email that they canceled. The representative for Viator who was at the meeting point was very nice. She showed us how to get to the church, enter, and gave us a free audio tour to listen to. However, we didn't bring headphones so we couldn't really use it. I did get a refund for the tour quickly.
Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We’re truly sorry for the inconvenience caused on the day of your tour. Due to an unexpected emergency situation, we had to cancel the 2:00 PM tour, and we sincerely apologize that you were not informed in advance — we understand how frustrating that must have been. We’re glad to hear that our on-site representative was able to assist you. Just to clarify, she is part of our The Empireverse team, and we’re happy she could guide you and provide an alternative solution on the spot. We also appreciate your understanding regarding the refund, and we’re pleased it was processed promptly. Your feedback is very important to us, and we are taking steps to improve our communication to ensure this does not happen again in the future. Thank you again for your understanding, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a much better experience next time.
When we arrived to begin the guided torta the tour guide could not come and we were told the company had reached out to us, but they had not reached out to us by text. email or phone. So on arrival we were told we could do our own tour with the audio component. I would not schedule a tour guide. I would download the audio tour and walk at your own pace listening to that. Very comprehensive. It’s such a quiet reverent place that it would be difficult for a tour guide to lead a group anyway.
Thank you very much for sharing your feedback with us. First of all, we would like to sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you experienced. Unfortunately, on the day of your tour, our guide had an unexpected accident and was unable to attend at the last minute. It was a sudden emergency situation, and we truly regret the disruption this caused to your plans. We understand your concern regarding the communication. We did attempt to reach out, but it seems our message did not reach you in time. For that, we are genuinely sorry. We always aim to inform our guests as quickly as possible in situations like this. As confirmed, we have already issued your full refund as a gesture of responsibility and goodwill. We truly appreciate your understanding and are grateful that you were still able to enjoy the site using the audio guide. Thank you again for your honest review. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future under much better circumstances.
Excellent tour guide. She was so knowledgeable and gave us so much good information. We had some waits in line, but I was glad because we just got more background information. We could not go into the grottos because if a special mass in St Peter's, but we just waited and went after the tour when the mass ended. Excellent guide, meeting place was easy to find, and staff was organized.
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Our St. Peter’s Basilica tour was excellent. The guide was very knowledgeable and explained everything in a clear and engaging way. We learned so much without ever feeling bored. The pace was perfect, and the guide made the history and details of the Basilica really come alive. Overall, a great experience—highly recommended!”
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We really enjoyed the St. Peter’s Basilica tour! The guide was very knowledgeable and explained everything in an interesting way — we never got bored. Highly recommend this tour!
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The tour guide was very informative and we enjoyed going through the tombs down below. Unfortunately, we found out at the last minute that the tour was going to begin later than scheduled - no reason given after getting there in early morning. The Pieta was a primary reason for going, but the tour guide left us to find it on our own and took the rest of the group to the tower. He was very vague about how to get in to see the Pieta and even mentioned that it could be closed to visitors...he wasn't sure. We never could figure out how to get in to see it and it was a huge disappointment.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found the guide informative during your visit to the tombs. We’re truly sorry for the delay at the start and for the confusion regarding La Pietà. Please note that this particular tour does not include access to the Dome or the Pietà area, as they require separate entrances and tickets managed by the Basilica authorities. At times, the Pietà area may also be temporarily closed for security or religious reasons, which is unfortunately beyond our control. We completely understand your disappointment and truly appreciate your understanding. We’ll make sure to improve our communication to make these details even clearer before the tour. Thank you again for visiting, and we hope to welcome you on another experience soon!
Had us waiting during a massive heat wave, nearly an hour of waiting with no movement. Wrong meeting point and tour guide was moving around while leaving everyone behind. Extremely unprofessional of our guide Olena. It was an extremely unpleasant time. Requesting full refund
Thank you for your feedback, and we’re truly sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations. August in Italy is indeed one of the hottest months, and unfortunately, we have no control over the weather or the mandatory security checks at major monuments like the Vatican. While we do our best to ensure smooth coordination, delays can occasionally occur due to large crowds and strict entry procedures. We understand your frustration and apologize for any confusion regarding the meeting point or the guide’s movements. Your comments have been taken seriously, and we will follow up internally to make necessary improvements. Please feel free to contact us directly so we can better understand your experience and work toward a resolution.
Beautiful tour but you need to read the instructions carefully, we did not and were not able to access to the digital experience!!!! Be prepared to stand in the sun for a very long time.
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the tour overall. We’re sorry to hear about the confusion—please note that the digital experience isn’t included in our offer, and we always recommend reviewing the instructions carefully to avoid any surprises. We also advise guests to come prepared for the heat, especially during summer. We appreciate your comment and hope to welcome you again for a smoother experience next time!
Great tour with Lydia very informative and perfect length of time. Was even able to access the Holy Doors for the Jubilee.
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This was an excellent experience and would certainly do it again. The basilica is beautiful and an experience you will not forget.
We truly appreciate your lovely feedback! It means a lot to us. Looking forward to welcoming you again soon
