Viator

St Peter's Basilica with Audio Guide Fast Access and Papal Tombs

2.8(33)Vatican City1 hour
VIATOR2.8(33)

Description

Skip the line and discover the beauty of St. Peter’s Basilica with your personal offline Audio-Guide. Marvel at Michelangelo’s Pietà, his giant Dome, and Bernini’s Bronze Canopy. Then, descend to the Popes’ Tombs in the Vatican Grottoes, see St. Peter's tomb, and learn the stories of the pontiffs laid to rest beneath the Basilica. If option selected, enjoy the combo experience: take the elevator and climb steps to the top of the Dome for a breathtaking panoramic view of Rome! This tour includes skip-the-line tickets & sells fast. No line in St. Peter's square!

Tour Options

Audioguide with skip the line
  • Entrance ticket
Audioguide with dome access
  • Dome access
Audioguide Option
  • No entrance ticket

Itinerary

Admission included

Skip the line and explore St. Peter’s Basilica at your own pace with an immersive audio guide. Discover Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s Baldachin, and centuries of history inside the Vatican’s most iconic church. Then descend into the Vatican Grottoes to visit the tomb of St. Peter persecuted under Nero’s time and discover the tombs of many past Popes that made the history of the Church. Enjoy fast-track entry, rich insights, and the freedom to explore one of the world’s most important religious sites — all without the wait.

Highlights

Pre - reserved skip the line ticket to the Dome ( if option selected)
Saint Peter Audioguide
Pre - reserved skip the line ticket

What's included

Included
Pre - reserved skip the line ticket to the Dome ( if option selected)
Saint Peter Audioguide
Pre - reserved skip the line ticket
Not included
Guided tour with a live guide
Food and beverages
headsets

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • 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
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered at all times while inside Vatican premises.
  • Access to St. Peter’s Basilica may be limited or suspended without prior notice due to religious ceremonies, particularly throughout the Jubilee Year.
  • Please note that you will need your smartphone and your own headphones to listen to the Audioguides
  • You will receive your entrance tickets and the link to download the audioguides directly on your email and whatsapp. Please provide a valid phone number to guarantee a smooth process. You can go directly to the Basilica.

Reviews(33)

2.8
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