Saint Peters Basilica Official Audioguide

St. Peter’s Basilica is an ancient book of wonders. Your tour guide will explain to you the history of the church and introduce you to the smallest country in the world Vatican City State. Golden plated ceiling, optical illusions, Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s statues, and incredible mosaics, you will be lost in a world full of beauty. After a thorough tour of the church, your guide will take you to the Vatican grottoes where you will see the tomb of St. Peter, the tombs of the popes, and the remaining columns from Constantine’s original basilica (1700 years old). The tour will finish next to a graceful fountain with drinkable water. At that point, you will have the option to return inside the church and revisit what you saw, or to climb the dome and see a 360 degree panoramic view of Rome.

Are you planning your once in a life time Vatican experience? This is hands down the best Vatican Tour! Our early bird tour options will allow you to enjoy the Vatican treasure before the crowd! After hotel pickup, travel to the Vatican. Enjoy a fascinating tour and an interactive experience with a passionate tour guide who will animate the history of the magnificent artwork and cater to your personal interests. During your visit, see one of the world’s finest collections of sculptures, carvings, frescoes, and paintings. The main attractions included in the tour will be the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica ( not available on Wednesday morning due to the Papal Audience). Don't waste your time, choose our Prime option and be among the first lucky ones to enter the Museums!

To avoid any expectations at the ticket offices to collect your invitations we offer our delivery service, this will allow you to go directly to the hearing. Your request for the invitation will be inter alia facilitated and supported until delivery, knowing that the invitations, without passing through us are deviolated only in case of availability. It is essential to obtain free tickets to attend. When the Pope is present in Rome, he holds Wednesdays at 10:30 papal hearings in St. Peter's Square. In case of bad weather, they take place in the hall Paul XI, a hall located between the Italian territory and the Vatican State, accommodating up to 12,000 people. This tradition dates back to Pope Pius XI who initiated it in 1925. Pope both authoritarian and praised for his great kindness.

Enjoy skip‐the‐line access to St. Peter's Basilica, ensuring you spend more time exploring and less time waiting. Join our semi‐private tour, limited to just 15 participants, for an intimate journey through one of the world's most iconic landmarks. Vatican City, the world's smallest country, is home to the largest church on the planet—St. Peter's Basilica. Begin your adventure in St. Peter's Square, where monumental architecture and Bernini's masterful design captivate your senses. As you step inside the Basilica, marvel at Michelangelo's renowned Pietà and the detailed mosaics that adorn the dome. Continue your exploration by descending into the Vatican Grottoes, where you can see the tombs of Popes and Saints, including the traditional resting place of St. Peter. Throughout your tour, your expert guide will share fascinating stories and insights, bringing the rich heritage of Vatican City to life. Don’t miss this opportunity—book your tour today for an unforgettable journey.

Climb to the top of the Dome to admire panoramic views of Rome, offering an unparalleled vantage point over the city's breathtaking landscape. Inside, marvel at the Basilica's impressive array of marble, intricate ceilings, and stunning mosaics that showcase centuries of artistic mastery. Visit St. Peter’s Tomb and touch the original 4th-century Basilica walls, connecting with the ancient history of this sacred site. As you explore, be captivated by the marvel of ancient frescoes that tell stories from a bygone era. For a truly unique experience, choose between a VIP Small Group Tour or indulge in the exclusivity of a Royal Guest Private Tour, ensuring a memorable and personalized visit.

Skip the line for fast-track entry to the world-famous Vatican Museums complex, comprised of Galleries boasting an impressive array of artwork and masterpieces. During your visit, you'll have the opportunity to witness one of the world's most exquisite collections of sculptures, carvings, frescoes, and paintings. Take a leisurely stroll through some of the most captivating rooms, including the Gallery of Tapestries and the Gallery of Maps. Be stunned by Michelangelo's masterpiece inside the Sistine Chapel. Finally, venture into the splendid St. Peter's Church, home to the renowned Baldachin by Bernini. You will also have the privilege of admiring Michelangelo's incredible sculpture, "La Pietà." Don't miss the exceptional chance to elevate your experience with our RENAISSANCE or DOME Options. These options offer you a unique opportunity to explore the exquisite and fine Raphael Rooms or ascend St. Peter's Dome, where you'll be treated to a breathtaking panoramic view of the city.

Let the marvels of the Vatican Museums amaze you with our Skip-the-Line Vatican Tour. Enjoy the glorious frescoed rooms of the regal papal residence, the ancient Roman marbles collected over the centuries, and the most famous Renaissance masterpieces, like the Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel.

– Official licensed PhD Archaeologist or Art Historian guide at your disposal for the entire tour – An itinerary designed to explore the main sections of the Museums and pay the right tribute in terms of time dedicated and amount of info provided, to the Sistine Chapel and Saint Peter's – Transfer from your accommodation to the attraction by private minivan or car with driver – Skip the line access to the Vatican Museums – Flexible start time to better match with your own schedule – You skip the line with this tour – Admission to sections otherwise unaccessible – Access limited but granted with this tour to Saint Peter's Basilica from the Sistine Chapel – Fully client-oriented service before during and after the tour – All included, no extra fees!

Take a 3-hour guided walking tour of one of the holiest sites in Christendom — the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. This exceptional tour includes, among other galleries of the Vatican corridors, a tour of the Pine Courtyard, Belvedere Courtyard, the Gallery of Maps, Candelabra Gallery, Pio Clementino's Rooms, the Tapestry Gallery, and a comprehensive visit of the Sistine Chapel. Your expert guide will lead you to some of the major attractions, as well as to lesser-known spots that many visitors miss. Next, visit Michelangelo's Pietà at St. Peter's Basilica and other highlights, guided by your expert throughout this part of the tour as well. ✔ Explore the vast galleries of the Vatican Museums with a guide in your chosen language ✔ Discover Michelangelo's masterpiece in the Sistine Chapel ✔ Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Vatican Museums ✔ Skip-the-ticket-line access to the Sistine Chapel ✔ Skip the ticket lines to enter St. Peter's Basilica ✔ Tour guide

Begun in the year 1300 by Pope Boniface VIII, the Church has encouraged pilgrims to come to the four most important churches in Christendom – the Major Basilicas – and to enter into them through their holy doors. There are only 4 Major Basilicas in the world – the highest ranking of all churches – and they are all in Rome. Following in the steps of countless saints and pilgrims for centuries and millenia before you, we give you the chance to visit the official Four Papal Major Basilicas of Rome and dispose yourselves towards the receipt of the attached indulgences. The Ancient Four Major Basilicas of Rome are the Basilica of St Peter, the Basilica of St Paul Outside the Walls, the Basilica of St Mary Major and the Arch-Basilica of St John Lateran. Pilgrims booked with us on this tour will have the chance to enter into each of these Papal Basilicas through their Holy Doors with an expert guide.

This Rome Private Tour is dedicated to families and couples who have limited time to spend in a big city, with many things to see. We offer private pick up at the port of Civitavecchia under the ship Private Rome in one day to visit the most important monuments, attractions and Vatican Museums in few hours. We will pick you up at your Hotel, B&B coming with you around Rome to discover the Colosseum on your own (one of the seven modern wonders of the world). We will continue the tour visiting the Circus Maximus and Palatine Hill from the circus maximus. An incredible view. We will stop for a nice lunch in a typical Roman Trattoria. After this recreational break, you will visit, along with your Official Tour Guide, the most famous landmarks in the world: the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter Square. For last minute bookings (less than 30 days) we reserve the right to offer you alternatives or free cancellations if we are unable to carry out the service as described.

Let the marvels of the Vatican Museums amaze you with our Skip-the-Line Vatican Tour. Enjoy the glorious frescoed rooms of the regal papal residence, the ancient Roman marbles collected over the centuries, and the most famous Renaissance masterpieces, like the Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel.

Visit the medieval Umbrian town of Assisi and learn about its native son, St. Francis of Assisi, on this day trip from Rome. You will have a 3 hours guided tour with an official guide of Assisi.

We are immensely pleased to lead to you to visit the most significant sites of the Catholic Church in Rome. Included one Papal Blessing on Parchment in English. • Saint John Lateran • The Holy Stairs • Saint Mary Major • Saint Paul Outside the Walls • St. Peter’s Basilica (if and when open) Lunch included in a tipical Roman Restaurant. Upgradable with Official Licensed Expert Tour Guide (if option selected) Pickup and dropoff will be at your accommodation in Rome. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

Discover the Vatican on a Tour of Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. Navigate the vast complex of rooms, artwork, and history with an Expert Tour Guide. Private Tour with Dedicated Expert Tour Guide for an intimate experience. Enjoy priority access entrance, and tour: • Vatican Museums • Sistine Chapel • St. Peter’s Basilica Skip-The-Line Tickets included.

We are immensely pleased to lead to you to visit the most significant sites of the Catholic Church in Rome. Included one Papal Blessing on Parchment in English. • Saint John Lateran • The Holy Stairs • Saint Mary Major • Saint Paul Outside the Walls • St. Peter’s Basilica (when accessibile) Lunch included in a typical Roman Restaurant. Upgradable with Official Licensed Expert Tour Guide (If option selected) Pickup and dropoff will be at your accommodation in Rome. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

We are immensely pleased to lead to you to visit the most significant sites of the Catholic Church in Rome. Included one Papal Blessing on Parchment in English. • Saint John Lateran • The Holy Stairs • Saint Mary Major • Saint Paul Outside the Walls • St. Peter’s Basilica (if and when open) Lunch included in a tipical Roman Restaurant. Upgradable with Official Licensed Expert Tour Guide (if option selected) Pickup and dropoff will be at your ship. Worry-free Shore Excursion: We will ensure your timely return to Cruise Port for this activity.

We are immensely pleased to lead to you to visit the most significant sites of the Catholic Church in Rome. Included one Papal Blessing on Parchment in English. • Saint John Lateran • The Holy Stairs • Saint Mary Major • Saint Paul Outside the Walls • St. Peter’s Basilica (if accessible) Lunch included in a tipical Roman Restaurant. Upgradable with Official Licensed Expert Tour Guide (If option selected) Pickup and dropoff will be at your ship. Worry-free Shore Excursion: We will ensure your timely return to Cruise Port for this activity.

We are immensely pleased to lead to you to visit the most significant sites of the Catholic Church in Rome. Included one Papal Blessing on Parchment in English. • Saint John Lateran • The Holy Stairs • Saint Mary Major • Saint Paul Outside the Walls • St. Peter’s Basilica (if and when open) Lunch included in a typical Roman Restaurant. Upgradable with Official Licensed Expert Tour Guide (if option selected) Pickup and dropoff will be at your accommodation in Rome. Worry-Free and Safe Private Tour Experience, operated only with: • Expert Professional English-Speaking Drivers • Selected local Expert Licensed Tour Guides (when booked) • Welcoming by private licensed fully-insured air-conditioned comfortable Vehicles

We are immensely pleased to lead to you to visit the most significant sites of the Catholic Church in Rome. Included one Papal Blessing on Parchment in English. • Saint John Lateran • The Holy Stairs • Saint Mary Major • Saint Paul Outside the Walls • St. Peter’s Basilica (if and when open) Lunch included in a tipical Roman Restaurant. Upgradable with Official Licensed Expert Tour Guide (if option selected) Pickup and dropoff will be at your ship. Worry-free Shore Excursion: We will ensure your timely return to Cruise Port for this activity.