Bypass the queues and enjoy a fast track entry with a dedicated entrance for the security check. Then, begin your journey in St. Peter's Square and uncover its architectural wonders. Learn about the optical illusions designed by Bernini that make the square so captivating. Step inside the Basilica and be awestruck by its grandeur. Admire the stunning mosaics and understand why it took 150 years to complete its reconstruction. Stroll past renowned Renaissance and Neoclassical masterpieces, guided by your expert guide. Pause before the magnificent 98.5-foot canopy and appreciate the intricate beauty of Michelangelo's Pietà. PLEASE NOTE: In the event that the grottoes or certain areas of St. Peter’s Basilica are closed, your guide will adapt the itinerary by highlighting alternative sites and artworks within the basilica. As a result, the overall duration and quality of the tour will remain unchanged.
In demand: 138 of the next 204 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Start your tour in St. Peters Square and be fascinated by its architectural secrets. Discover the optical illusions as were thought by its designer, Bernini.
Enter the Basilica and be amazed by its magnificence. Marvel at the impressive mosaics all around you and see why it took 150 years to rebuild. Walkthrough renowned masterpieces of Renaissance and Neoclassic art with your expert guide. Stand in front of the harmonious 30-meters-high canopy and appreciate the expressive power and delicate beauty of Michelangelo's "Pietà". Descend into the underground grottoes and see St. Peter's tomb. Touch the ancient walls of the original 4th-century basilica and admire the beautiful frescoes.
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Rome Fast Track Entry St Peter Basilica Grottoes and Square lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $40 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 8 departures a day between 8:15 AM and 3:15 PM.
Children aged 4–17 pay from $40, adults from $40.
It can: 138 of the next 204 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Meet your guide at Largo del Colonnato, 5, by the first columns of the Colonnade. Look for a yellow label with TOURIKS written on it. Please be at the meeting point 20 minutes before the starting time. The meeting point is outside the Basilica before entering St. Peter's square. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 30 participants.
Specialized infant seats are available Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Strollers are not allowed in the Basilica. There is a luggage deposit at the entrance of the basilica where you can leave the stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible Wheelchair accessible
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This was good but we had already covered much in the Basilica, Sistine Chapel and Museum tour. Unless you really want to see the crypts...we'll, I would e opted to spend more time in the Vatican Museums. There is just so much to see ...
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rome Fast Track Entry St Peter Basilica Grottoes and Square | 1 hour | 5.0 (1) | $40 | |
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