Papal Tombs

Visit the iconic Saint Peter's Basilica, located in the heart of the Vatican City. The Basilica is free to enter, but if you want to unlock fascinating facts and stories about this historic landmark, then you can add this special digital audio guide to your itinerary. The audio guide will lead you to all of the priceless works of art inside the Basilica, including masterpieces by renowned artists like Michelangelo and Bernini. You will hear all about its captivating history, including how the Basilica was originally built upon the site believed to be the burial place of Saint Peter; one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. Complete your visit to St. Peter's Basilica with the Papal Tombs Audio Guide, enrich your tour with fascinating insights and comments as you uncover this historical remarkable site. 

St. Peter's Basilica, located within Vatican City, is a symbol of religious devotion and architectural grandeur. A guided tour of this iconic basilica provides an immersive encounter with its historical, artistic, and spiritual dimensions. Marvel at the Renaissance and Baroque architecture of this monumental church, including the awe-inspiring dome designed by Michelangelo. Explore a treasure trove of masterpieces by renowned artists such as Michelangelo's "Pieta" and Bernini's "Baldacchino." Discover the religious importance of St. Peter's Basilica as the burial site of St. Peter and a hub for major papal ceremonies. Descend into the Vatican Grottoes to pay homage to the tombs of popes and saints, including the traditional resting place of St. Peter. Ascend to the top of the dome for panoramic vistas of Vatican City and Rome, offering a unique perspective on the Eternal City.

Make the most of your time at visit St Peter’s Basilica, climb its dome, and see the papal crypt on this all-access tour complete with priority entry. Starting early, you’ll see St. Peter’s Square without the large daytime crowds, then head to the top of the dome for panoramic vistas over the capital. Tour the basilica to admire Michelangelo’s ‘La Pietà’ among other highlights, then finish with a visit to the papal crypt — a site normally missed by other tour groups. Numbers are limited to 20 for a small-group experience.

St. Peter's Basilica, located within Vatican City, is a symbol of religious devotion and architectural grandeur. A guided tour of this iconic basilica provides an immersive encounter with its historical, artistic, and spiritual dimensions. Marvel at the Renaissance and Baroque architecture of this monumental church, including the awe-inspiring dome designed by Michelangelo. Discover the religious importance of St. Peter's Basilica as the burial site of St. Peter and a hub for major papal ceremonies. Descend into the Vatican Grottoes to pay homage to the tombs of popes and saints, including the traditional resting place of St. Peter. Ascend to the top of the dome for panoramic vistas of Vatican City and Rome, offering a unique perspective on the Eternal City.

St. Peter's Basilica, located within Vatican City, is a symbol of religious devotion and architectural grandeur. A guided tour of this iconic basilica provides an immersive encounter with its historical, artistic, and spiritual dimensions. Marvel at the Renaissance and Baroque architecture of this monumental church, including the awe-inspiring dome designed by Michelangelo." Discover the religious importance of St. Peter's Basilica as the burial site of St. Peter and a hub for major papal ceremonies. Descend into the Vatican Grottoes to pay homage to the tombs of popes and saints, including the traditional resting place of St. Peter. Ascend to the top of the dome for panoramic vistas of Vatican City and Rome, offering a unique perspective on the Eternal City.

Join a fascinating journey that begins in St. Peter's Square, where you can admire the architectural wonders that reveal themselves to your sight. Explore the optical effects created by the genius designer, Bernini. As you enter the Basilica, get ready to be amazed by its splendor. Observe the detailed mosaics that cover you, and learn why it took 150 years to reconstruct this emblematic building. With your expert guide, walk by famous masterpieces of Renaissance and Neoclassical art. Gaze at the majestic 98.5-foot high canopy, appreciating the expressive force and delicate beauty embodied in Michelangelo's "Pietà." Finish your enriching tour by going down to the underground grottoes, where you'll find St. Peter's tomb. As you touch the ancient walls of the original 4th-century Basilica, enjoy the beauty of the frescoes inside, a witness to the lasting history and artistry that characterizes this sacred space.

Join our extraordinary exploration of the Vatican's treasures with our exclusive "St. Peter's Basilica Dome & Papal Tombs Tour," featuring an optional Dome Climb. Limited availability makes prompt reservation highly recommended. Immerse yourself in the rich history of St. Peter's Square and explore the awe-inspiring St. Peter's Basilica, adorned with the Baroque and Renaissance masterpieces of Michelangelo and Bernini. Join our tour to experience a descent to the hallowed Papal tombs, unraveling the history of the Popes interred there. Then, for those who choose, the optional Dome Climb offers breathtaking panoramic views, encompassing the Vatican Gardens and Rome. Throughout this journey, your expert guide will provide tickets and profound insights. Guided by a knowledgeable expert, this tour ensures a profound understanding of the Vatican's most significant landmarks. Don't miss this unique opportunity; secure your spot promptly!

Begin your exploration inside the Basilica, marveling at masterpieces such as Michelangelo’s renowned sculpture La Pietà, Bernini's majestic Baldacchino, and the elaborate altar. Your knowledgeable guide will bring to life the remarkable history, intricate art, and architectural wonders of this iconic landmark, considered the heart of the Catholic faith. Enter the Vatican Grottoes, to visit the papal tombs, chapels and corridors, paying respects at the final resting places of popes, royals, and revered dignitaries from centuries past. This unique tour ensures you fully appreciate the unparalleled artistry, spiritual significance, and historic magnificence of St. Peter’s Basilica. After the tour, if you have selected the Dome option, please allow an extra 30 minutes minimum after the tour has finished as you'll take the elevator to St. Peter’s Dome. Here, you will be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the city, offering an unforgettable experience high above Rome.

Meet your guide in St. Peter’s Square then start the tour by climbing to the top of the Basilica’s dome. Enjoy panoramic views across the city. Enter the Basilica where you will discover the beautiful artworks, let the guide take you through the main highlights. Gaze at the colorful marble, golden ceilings, and intricate mosaics that surround you, You will discover the incredible Papal Altar under Bernini's Baldachin, and marvel at Michelangelo's other timeless masterpiece, La Pietà, as you explore the most important church in the Christian world. Next, head underground to the Basilica’s historic grottoes and visit St. Peter’s Tomb. where you can see hundreds of popes and members of royalty have been buried since the 11th century. Touch the ancient walls of the original 4th-century Basilica and admire its beautiful frescoes. Finish the tour in St. Peter’s Square.

Uncover the art and architecture of the Vatican City. Visit sites like St. Peter’s Square and Basilica in the morning before the crowds arrive for the day. Meet your guide in Piazza della Città Leonina & dive into the ancient history of the Vatican City. Admire the statuesque columns and majestic pilasters in St. Peter’s Square. Walk through the 1st balcony which is decorated with amazing frescoes. Together with an expert guide enter the Basilica and reach the summit of the Dome after 320 steps, where you are rewarded for the climb with views of the city center. Have some free time to enjoy the panoramic views. At your own leisure be captivated by the Basilica's interiors which are filled with masterpieces from masters like Bernini and Michelangelo. See pieces from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Continue to explore the Vatican’s historic Grottoes to get a closer look of the rooms, chapels, and the papal tombs, where many Popes, royals, and other dignitaries are laid to rest.

Join a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. Learn about the history of the church and get introduced to Vatican City, the smallest country in the world. Discover the highlights of St. Peter's Basilica, the spiritual heart of Christianity, on a Private Guided tour in Rome. Admire the golden plated ceiling, optical illusions, Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s statues, and incredible mosaics. After a thorough tour of the church, head underground to the Vatican Grottoes. See the tomb of St. Peter, the final resting place of 90 popes, and the remaining columns from Constantine’s original basilica. Finish the tour at a charming fountain with drinkable water. Finally, return inside the church and revisit what you saw, or climb the dome of the Basilica and soak in panoramic views of the Eternal City.

Begin an extraordinary journey through the Vatican's treasures with our exclusive "St. Peter's Basilica & Papal Tombs" tour. Availability is limited, so we recommend securing your reservation promptly. Start in the historic St. Peter's Square, where your expert guide will share fascinating stories behind its design and significance. Then, step inside the awe-inspiring St. Peter's Basilica, adorned with Baroque and Renaissance masterpieces by Michelangelo and Bernini. Descend to the sacred Papal tombs and uncover the rich history of the Popes interred there. Throughout the tour, your guide will provide profound insights into these iconic landmarks. At the end of the tour, your guide will show you where to purchase tickets for the elevator to climb the dome. Don't miss this unique opportunity—secure your spot without delay!

PLEASE NOTE SCAVI AREA WILL BE CLOSED FROM AUGUST 15 TO NOVEMBER 2, 2024 FOR MAINTENANCE. WE ACCEPT BOOKING FOR NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER VISITS AND ALL 2015 The most exclusive Vatican tour to a restricted area of Vatican City with fewer than 100 permits granted per day. Vatican necropolis with the tomb of St. Peter's is the best-preserved ancient cemetery in Rome with artefacts, frescoes and bas-reliefs taking the visitor back to times of imperial Rome and early Christian persecutions. Tour includes guided visit of the excavations area as well as St. Peter's Basilica. Important note: (1) You need to be at least 16 years old to be granted access to the excavations area. (2) We reserve the right to change the order of sights visited due to religious functions in St. Peters ( Scavi tour and St. Peter's Basiica tour or vice versa). (3) Due to extremly high demand and very limitd availability we accept maximum 2 guests per booking

Start your Tour at the meeting point, where you will meet the highly qualified Tour Guide. Admire the marvelous work of St. Peter’s Square, created by Bernini, and its colonnade with 284 columns and 88 pillars, that will remind of a hug. After entering the Basilica, you will discover the beautiful artworks that fill its space. While walking on the colorful marbles, you will be mesmerized by the enormous dimension of the building and the ceilings entirely covered in gold. On the right, you will immediately see the Pietà by Michelangelo Buonarroti, defined as the most beautiful sculpture in the history of art and the most representative opera of the Renaissance. Following the Tour, you will be faced by the St. Peter’s Throne and the St. Peter’s Baldachin, bronze creations of the sculptor Bernini. Lastly enter the Papal Grottoes, which are the union between the old Constantinian Basilica and the modern one, and where the previous Pontiffs were buried.

Visit the attractions of the Vatican early in the morning for a quiet and intimate experience, before the crowds are granted entry. Get breathtaking views of Rome and splendid sights of the hills all around from your unique vantage point at the crest of the St. Peter’s Basilica, the highest point in Rome. You will be accompanied by an expert local guide who will describe the various interesting aspects of the Papal Tombs and Michelangelo’s dome. Explore the St. Peter’s Basilica’s charming interiors and the Papal Sarcophagi after your visit to the top of the dome. This is one of the only tours that will take you to the top of the dome and to visit the Papal tombs.

Start with an expert-led tour of St. Peter's Basilica, a masterpiece of architecture and the heart of the Catholic Church. Inside, you'll marvel at its greatness while the guide shares insights into its history, art, and symbolism. Learn about the basilica's construction, evolving from early Christianity to its Renaissance and Baroque redesigns, leaving a lasting impression. Visit the Grottoes, where many popes, including St. Peter, are buried. This calm and respectful area allows for reflection on the papacy's significance. The guide will provide historical context and stories about the popes' lives and influences. For those seeking an unforgettable view of Rome, the optional dome climb is a must. The climb involves 551 steps, though an elevator reduces this to 320. Passing through narrow passageways, you'll see the architecture up close. At the top, enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of Rome.

Guided visit of the highlights of Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel followed by live lecture on the history and top sights of St Basilica with skip line entrance to the church through the Holy Door Guaranteed dedicated timed entry to Vatican Museums. Visit to Vatican ends in St Peter's where gusts may further explore and visit th Tombs of Popes or take elevator to the Dome Headphones are provided for better hearing of your guide in Vatican Musums.

Enjoy skip-the-line entry to what is arguably the most important and largest art collection in the world. For over five hundred years, popes commissioned works of art from the most talented painters and sculptors to enjoy at the Vatican amongst an elite circle of clerics, nobles, and scholars. Walk in the footsteps of popes and Renaissance masters as you take in the Rooms of Raphael and the Sistine Chapel, from its commissioning to the finishing touches by none other than Michelangelo Buonarroti. With an expert guide, learn to discern between myth, fact, and popular Hollywood fiction regarding this epic work of art. Gain fast-track access to St. Peter’s Basilica to view masterpieces by Michelangelo, Raphael, and Bernini, among others, before descending to the papal crypts below. We conclude on the portico with an overview of Bernini’s magnificent piazza (St. Peter’s Square), the central obelisk, and the renowned Swiss Guard.

Discover one of the Papal Basilicas and its Treasures: Santa Maria Maggiore with audio guide with the visit of the Dome. Located on the top of the Esquiline Hill, it is one of the four Papal Basilicas of Rome. According to tradition, the Virgin indicated and inspired the construction of her home on the Esquiline. The numerous treasures it contains make Santa Maria Maggiore a place where art and spirituality come together in a perfect union, offering visitors those unique emotions. Admire the tomb of the Bernini family, the Baptistery, the Holy Door and many other masterpieces. Enjoy the breathtaking view from the Dome of Santa Maria Maggiore, it will open up a panoramic view of the city and will leave you enchanted. Complete your experience and book also the guided tour of the underground. Don't miss the opportunity to visit this masterpiece in Rome.

Experience Rome’s Sacred Treasures in a Day! Begin with priority access to the Vatican Museums, guided by an expert who brings its world-famous art collection to life. Explore galleries of classical sculptures, Renaissance masterpieces, and intricate tapestries before reaching the breathtaking Sistine Chapel and Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes, including The Last Judgment. Next, visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the world’s largest church, where your guide reveals its architectural marvels, artistic treasures, and spiritual significance. After a mid-day break, discover Rome’s Papal Basilicas. Admire Saint Paul Outside the Walls, built over St. Paul’s tomb and rich in history, Saint John Lateran, the Pope’s seat, and the Holy Stairs and conclude at Saint Mary Major’s gold ceilings. This full-day tour combines Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and all four Papal Basilicas into one unforgettable experience.