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St. Peter’s Basilica & Dome Skip-the-Line Ticket.
At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $46 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Vatican Museums Specialist Tours
- Meeting point
- Meet us at Viator Office, Via Santamaura 55, Rome. Only 2 minutes from Vatican Museums entrance and 5 minutes from Ottaviano or Cipro Metro Station Line A. Taxi/car can drop you in front of our office. Look for our glass door, Viator Partner stickers, and our welcoming staff.
Description
Skip the hassle and enjoy priority entry to St. Peter’s Basilica and its iconic Dome. Benefit from fast check-in and hosted assistance, then explore the Basilica and Dome at your own pace.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, and Sat
- Start times
- 18 times a day, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $46
- Child (ages 7–17)
- $43
- Infant (ages 0–6)
- Free
Out at sunset: the 4:30 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
Saint Peter’s Basilica
Discover the world's largest church and admire Michelangelo's Pietà, Bernini's magnificent Baldachin and Chair of St. Peter, the breathtaking Grand Nave, and the sacred Papal Grottoes beneath the basilica. Highlights 1/ Michelangelo's Pietà 2/ Bernini's Baldachin 3/ Grand Nave 4/ Papal Grottoes 5/ Chair of St. Peter
What's included
Included
Explore at your own pace
Easy hosted check-in
Skip-the-line entry to St. Peter's Basilica
Not included
Vatican security check (mandatory for all visitors)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
How it compares in Rome
- Starting price $46 is 60% below the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,083 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does St. Peter’s Basilica & Dome Skip-the-Line Ticket. take?
St. Peter’s Basilica & Dome Skip-the-Line Ticket. lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does St. Peter’s Basilica & Dome Skip-the-Line Ticket. cost?
Prices start at $46 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 St. Peter’s Basilica & Dome Skip-the-Line Ticket. run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, with 18 departures a day between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM.
How much does St. Peter’s Basilica & Dome Skip-the-Line Ticket. cost for children?
Children aged 7–17 pay from $43, adults from $46. Infants go free.
Can I cancel St. Peter’s Basilica & Dome Skip-the-Line Ticket. for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet us at Viator Office, Via Santamaura 55, Rome. Only 2 minutes from Vatican Museums entrance and 5 minutes from Ottaviano or Cipro Metro Station Line A. Taxi/car can drop you in front of our office. Look for our glass door, Viator Partner stickers, and our welcoming staff. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is St. Peter’s Basilica & Dome Skip-the-Line Ticket. offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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