St. Peter's Basilica Guided Tour & Dome Climb
Discover Michelangelo's Pietà and see Rome from the basilica's dome
Duration
1 hr 45 mins
Includes
Admission, guide, headset
Highlights
Explore the art and history of St. Peter's Basilica on a shared guided tour, including Michelangelo's Pietà. Dome admission is also included, but the climb is unguided.
- Enjoy free time after the guided tour to explore the basilica at your own pace
Itinerary
- Meet at Largo del Colonnato, 5, outside the basilica and before the entrance to St. Peter's Square and the security checkpoints. Look for the yellow TOURIKS sign. Departure times are 08:45, 13:30, or 14:00 for the Join-In Tour in English; 08:45 or 13:30 for the Join-In Tour in Italian and Join-In Tour in German; and 08:45 or 14:00 for the Join-In Tour in Spanish and Join-In Tour in French.
- Explore St. Peter's Basilica on a guided tour lasting 1 hour 45 minutes.
- Return to Largo del Colonnato, 5. The 08:45 departure returns at 10:30, the 13:30 departure at 15:15, and the 14:00 departure at 15:45.
What's Included
- Admission to St. Peter's Basilica and St. Peter's Dome
- Basilica tour with a guide speaking your selected tour language
Important details
- Ages 0–17 require an accompanying paying adult. Children ages 0–3 join free; child tickets cover ages 4–17.
- This experience is not suitable for anyone with claustrophobia, vertigo, heart issues, or other serious medical conditions.
- This activity is not wheelchair- or stroller-accessible. Strollers are prohibited inside the basilica.
- Cover your knees and shoulders. Do not wear hats, sunglasses, flip-flops, shorts, tank tops, sleeveless shirts, or ripped, torn, or transparent clothing. Entry may be denied if you do not follow the dress code.
- The tour is subject to weather conditions and liturgical events.
- Arrive 20 minutes before departure.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before the activity date (destination local time) for a full refund. Late arrivals and no-shows are non-refundable.
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Meeting details
Largo del Colonnato, 5, 00193 Roma RM, Italy
Related locations
Saint Peter’s Basilica
Admission includedStanding at the heart of Vatican City, Saint Peter's Basilica draws visitors into one of the most awe-inspiring interiors ever built. The vast nave, marble floors, and golden light filtering through high windows create a sense of scale that is difficult to prepare for. Saint Peter's Basilica rewards slow, attentive visits. From Michelangelo's Pietà near the entrance to the towering baldachin above the papal altar, every corner holds something worth pausing over.