Vatican: Basilica, Dome and underground early bird tour
Activities

Vatican: Basilica, Dome and underground early bird tour

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$59.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 2 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Admire the stunning frescoes, statues and mosaics of the Basilica and its square
  • Set foot on the summit of the famous Michelangelo's Dome
  • Explore the history behind the Vatican Grottoes and Papal Tombs
  • Entry to the St. Peter's Basilica with our local guide
  • See beyond the art with an experienced art historian as your guide
What to expect

Be mesmerized by the ancient history of the Vatican City with your local guide, including the marvelous St. Peter’s Square, the heart of the Vatican City, filled with statuesque columns and majestic pilasters. Your guide will walk you through the 1st balcony, decorated with amazing frescoes and works of art close to you up until you reach the summit of the Dome after 320 steps, where a unique panoramic view awaits you over the city center.

Then you'll have some free time to enjoy and take photographs at your own pace, observing from a wide-range view of the Dome’s summit, overlooking some of the ancient monuments including the Roman Colosseum and Pantheon.

You'll be captivated by the interiors filled with masterpieces of the illustrious Bernini and Michelangelo and the remains from the Renaissance and Baroque period. Explore the Vatican’s historic Grottoes and get a closer look at the rooms, chapels and the papal tombs, where many Popes, royalties and other dignitaries are laid to rest.

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What's included
  • check Admission tickets to the St. Peter's Dome 1st level and summit
  • check Navigate around the Papal Tombs
  • check Expert English speaking guide
  • check Headsets when needed
  • check Small groups of 15 person
What's not included
  • x_not_included Gratuities
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
  • x_not_included Hotel pick-up/drop-off
  • x_not_included Skip-the-line tickets
Where

Piazza della Città Leonina, 5/6, 00193 Roma, RM, Italy

Meeting point:
The meeting point is near the arches, where the square meets via di Porta Angelica. It is located at the corner of the square, on the left-hand side. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the activity starts. Late arrivals will not be accommodated and not be refunded. Your guide will be meeting you holding a “Loving Rome” flag and will be stationed at the “black tables” of Caffè Leonina (front row), situated beyond the white tables of the kiosk.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • Not suitable for wheelchair users or people with impaired mobility
  • Not suitable for people with serious health conditions or heart problems

Not allowed:

  • No bare shoulders or knees. Appropriate dress code is required when visiting the Basilica
  • Weapons, sharp objects, luggages and large bags are not allowed inside St. Peter's Basilica

Know in advance:

  • In accordance with the attraction regulations, please provide the full names of each participant, preferably as shown on their passport, during the booking process
  • This service exclusively offers an entry ticket and tour to the Dome, and not skip-the-line access to the Basilica. The Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and Vatican Necropolis are not part of this tour. Access to the Sacred Door is not included in the tour and requires a separate booking directly through the Vatican website
  • The lift of the Dome only takes you to the first balcony, to climb up to the main Dome you will have to use the stairs (320 steps) which requires 20 extra minutes
  • All visitors must pass through a metal detector security check before entering the St Peter's Basilica, during high season the waiting may take up to 30 minutes
  • The St. Peter's Basilica Dome might not be accessible in case of bad weather conditions
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Provider
Loving Rome
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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