Why choose this Rome tour ?
Join a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica, an ancient book of wonders in Rome. Learn about the history of the church and get introduced to Vatican City.
the smallest country in the world. Explore the golden plated ceiling, optical illusions, Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s statues, and incredible mosaics, immersing yourself in a world full of magic, spirituality, and beauty.
After a thorough tour of the church, head down 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 to a graceful fountain with drinkable water.
Finally, enjoy the option to return inside the church and revisit what you saw, or climb the dome and soak in a panoramic view of Rome.
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What makes St. Peter’s Basilica & Papal Tombs Guided Tour a unique experience ?
Step inside the Basilica to encounter its breathtaking artworks. Traverse the vibrant marble floors, awestruck by the vastness of the structure and the opulent golden ceilings above.
Guided by your expert, navigate through the main highlights. Admire the Papal Altar crowned by Bernini’s majestic Baldachin and be captivated by Michelangelo’s iconic masterpiece, La Pietà, in this holiest of Christian sanctuaries.
The Vatican Grottoes, located beneath St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City, are a sacred and historically significant underground complex. This underground space serves as the final resting place for numerous popes, saints and important figures in the history of the Catholic Church. Visitors to the Vatican Grottoes can explore a labyrinth of burial chambers and tombs, including the traditional resting place of St. Peter, one of Jesus’ apostles and the first Bishop of Rome (Pope). The caves are adorned with artistic and decorative elements that reflect the rich heritage and religious significance of the Catholic faith. Accessible to tourists and pilgrims, the Vatican Grottoes offer a unique opportunity to delve into the history of the Church and pay homage to its venerated figures. These underground chambers are a place of reverence, reflection, and historical exploration, offering a deeper understanding of the enduring legacy of the Catholic Church.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- St. Peter’s Basilica & Papal Tombs Guided Tour
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St. Peter’s Basilica & Papal Tombs Guided Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Live Englis tour guide
- Visit St. Peter’s Tomb and touch the original 4th century Basilica walls
- Explore the underground grottoes and marvel at the ancient frescoes
Not Included
- Skip-the-line
- Tickets to Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel.
- Entrance fees to the top of the Dome
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by SMART ROMA TOUR.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Rome.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
The staff will wait at the Meeting point 10 minute before the Tour start , Holding SMART ROMA TOUR / KK TOUR sign.
● Skipping the line isn’t possible. All visitors must pass through a security check line like an airport. It might take20-50 minutes during high season
* Not allowed :
*Shorts
*Short skirts
*Sleeveless shirts
*Alcohol and drug
* Know before you go:
*St. Peter’s Basilica is subject to unforeseen closures due to Vatican affairs. If this happens, the activity provider will contact you as soon as possible to reschedule. In the rare event the underground is closed, you will spend extra time in the basilica and St. Peter’s Square
*Tickets for the dome are exclusively available for purchase at the entrance and cannot be reserved through online means.
*Skipping the line isn’t possible. All visitors must pass through a security check line like an airport. It might take20-50 minutes during high season
