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Skip the Line St. Peter Basilica Ticket with Audio Guide
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 20min–1h 30min
- Price from
- $35 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Languages
- DE, RU, PT, JA
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- AHMED MOHAMMED RUHAL
- Meeting point
- you need to come to meeting point 20 minutes before your tour starts.
Description
Skip the wait and step directly into the majesty of St. Peter’s Basilica. With reserved entry, you trade the long lines for more time beneath the soaring vaults of the Vatican’s crowning jewel. From the moment you enter, the scale is breathtaking—from the delicate sorrow of Michelangelo’s Pietà to the towering bronze columns of Bernini’s Baldachin. Every inch of this sacred space, covered in shimmering mosaics and master-crafted marble, tells a story of faith and artistic genius.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 14 times a day, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $35
- Child (ages 7–17)
- $28
- Infant (ages 0–6)
- Free
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:11 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Itinerary
St. Peter's Basilica
Located in the heart of Vatican City, St. Peter’s Basilica is a global icon of the Roman Catholic Church. More than just a masterpiece of architecture, it is traditionally honored as the final resting place of Saint Peter, one of Jesus’ original apostles and the first Pope.
What's included
Included
Skip the Line St. Peter's Basilica Ticket With Audio Guide
Audio guide
Not included
Transportation
Tips
How it compares in Rome
- Starting price $35 is 69% below the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,083 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Skip the Line St. Peter Basilica Ticket with Audio Guide take?
Skip the Line St. Peter Basilica Ticket with Audio Guide lasts about 1h 20min–1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Skip the Line St. Peter Basilica Ticket with Audio Guide cost?
Prices start at $35 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.
What days does Skip the Line St. Peter Basilica Ticket with Audio Guide run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, with 14 departures a day between 9:30 AM and 4:30 PM.
How much does Skip the Line St. Peter Basilica Ticket with Audio Guide cost for children?
Children aged 7–17 pay from $28, adults from $35. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Skip the Line St. Peter Basilica Ticket with Audio Guide for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is you need to come to meeting point 20 minutes before your tour starts. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Skip the Line St. Peter Basilica Ticket with Audio Guide offered in?
The experience is available in DE, RU, PT, JA, EN, IT, PL, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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