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Perfect!
Excellent- everything worked perfectly and smoothly. Highly recommend to purchase the skip-the-line tickets for the fastest way to enter the basilica.
Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $17 / person
- Location
- Vatican City, Italy
- Rating
- 3.4 / 5 · 30 reviews
- Group
- 1–15 pax
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- eu travel
Description
Basilica di San Pietro, Piazza San Pietro Skip the long lines snaking around Piazza San Pietro and walk straight into the largest, most awe-inspiring church on Earth. Inside St. Peter's Basilica, you'll stand face to face with Michelangelo's Pietà, gaze up at Bernini's soaring bronze baldachin, and crane your neck beneath Michelangelo's record-breaking dome — all without wasting hours of your trip waiting outside. What sets this visit apart: your ticket also unlocks the Vatican Grottoes, the hushed crypt beneath the basilica where popes including John Paul II rest, a part of St. Peter's most visitors never see. This isn't just a church visit — it's access to 500 years of art, faith, and history in one of the most secure and exclusive sites in the world, made easy and fast.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, and 4:00 PM
- Next available
- Tue, Nov 3
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $17
- Child (ages 7–17)
- $14
- Infant (ages 0–6)
- Free
In demand: 110 of the next 130 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Skip the line and step inside St. Peter's Basilica, the largest church in the world and the heart of the Vatican. Marvel at Michelangelo's Pietà, Bernini's towering bronze baldachin over the papal altar, and the breathtaking dome designed by Michelangelo himself. Your ticket also includes access to the Vatican Grottoes (Crypt), the sacred underground level where past popes, including John Paul II, are entombed. With skip-the-line entry, you'll bypass the long security and ticket queues in Piazza San Pietro and head straight inside to explore at your own pace
What's included
Included
Access to the main basilica interior
Skip-the-line entry to St. Peter's Basilica
Not included
Live Guided tour
Vatican Museums
Sistine Chapel
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.4
30 reviews
How it compares in Vatican City
- No. 35 by number of reviews among 239 tours in Vatican City
- Starting price $17 is 73% below the typical $63 for tours of similar length in Vatican City
Excurgo comparison of 239 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket take?
Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket cost?
Prices start at $17 per person for this Vatican City 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.
What days does Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, and 4:00 PM.
How much does Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket cost for children?
Children aged 7–17 pay from $14, adults from $17. Infants go free.
Does Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket sell out?
It can: 110 of the next 130 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Rome: St. Peter's Basilica Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.4 out of 5 across 30 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by eu travel.
Reviews(30)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Destination
Very difficult to find the entrance. Instructions were not clear. Need to be more specific on where to go
Operator response
We are sorry you had difficulty locating the meeting point. The booking instructions provide the exact address: Piazza del Duomo 15R, in front of the Lindt shop, where our representative waits with a clearly visible sign. Nevertheless, we appreciate your feedback and will continue working to make the directions even clearer for future guests.
S
Something is missing
The ride was great but, in the tour where it states what’s included, it reads “gelato” and we didn’t receive no gelato,
M
Big Mistake
The tour director told me to meet at St. Peters Square. That's it! St. Peters is bery big and many people. I called Viator wjen I got there and were not able to help. I asked the vendor for a refund since I wasn't able to use the tickets since the omves they sent me did not have the required QR code. What a mess and a mistake. I difn't skip the line but waited in line like everyone else. I still have not heard back from the vendor!
Operator response
However, we would like to clarify that the meeting-point instructions are provided on the booking voucher, and this experience is not advertised as skipping the mandatory security line. All visitors must pass through the same security checks before entering. Our team provides the booked entry service according to the reservation details. If you contacted us regarding your specific booking, please contact us again with your booking reference so we can review exactly what happened and respond accordingly.
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Tour canceled without notice
We arrived at meeting point as directed after receiving several confirmations and reminders. When we got there, along with about 50 other people, we were notified that our tour had been canceled. Very disappointing as this was our only opportunity for this tour and could not find other options.
Operator response
All customers were informed in advance about the cancellation via email due to circumstances outside our control. As per our records, the notification was sent prior to your visit, and a full refund was processed accordingly.
G
A truly special tour
The Vatican Museums are a true treasure, and the Sistine Chapel is something you must see at least once in your life. I was amazed from beginning to end.
S
Cancelled last minute
It didn’t happen… waited with others , checked voucher and received my sticker to go in and it was cancelled as museum was closed . All last minute
Operator response
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by this unexpected situation. Unfortunately, the closure of the museum was beyond our control and announced at the last minute. We understand how frustrating it is to arrive and not be able to proceed with your visit, especially after waiting. Please rest assured that we are already working on resolving this matter and assisting all affected guests. Thank you for your understanding
F
Easy mobile check-in
I just showed my voucher on my phone to the host at the green meeting point. No need to print anything. The host exchanged our vouchers for the actual tickets and we were off. The whole process was digital, fast, and modern. Great for tech-savvy travelers
G
Very well-coordinated service
Our entry was scheduled for 10:00 AM, and the host was there at 9:45 AM ready to go. They explained the security rules (no big bags, shoulders covered) before we reached the gate, which helped us breeze through the metal detectors. Very well-coordinated service that respects your time.
W
Clear instructions and easy to find
We saw hundreds of people in the 'general admission' line that didn't seem to be moving. With our host, we had a specific time slot and were prioritized. The transition from the meeting point to the Gallery of Maps was seamless. It’s a small price to pay for a much better experience.
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