Why choose this Rome tour ?
Explore the world’s largest church to it’s full potential – from the very top with views of the entire city, to the tombs below. In your small group of 6 people and your expert guide, you can truly experience the breathtaking basilica as you climb to the top of the dome to explore Michelangelo’s masterpiece, and then to the ground level to enjoy the basilica itself with Baroque and Renaissance art from masters like Bernini, Michelangelo and more. Your tour will also include a visit below to the Papal tombs, where the tombs of Pope’s from the centuries past lay to rest. This tour is limited to just 6 people to enhance your overall experience and providing a friendly environment with your guide.
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What makes St Peter’s Basilica Tour, Dome Climb & Papal Tombs I Max 6 People a unique experience ?
Your tour will begin in St Peter’s square where you will meet your expert local guide before embarking on your journey. Learn all about the history and relevance of this square, its incredible architecture, and the optical illusions that it hides. Your expert guide will tell you all about the famous architects who were commissioned to work on this beautiful attraction. St Peter’s Square was designed so that the colonnades were replaced in a way that imitated a welcoming hug to the many pilgrims who visit Vatican City every year. After a quick walk through security, you are ready to enter the basilica named after the first Pope, and saint who is said to be the keeper of the keys to heaven – St. Peter.
Once inside St. Peter’s your first stop will be the Dome. Make your way up the 281 steps to the top of Michelangelo’s impressive dome which adorns the city skyline. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the city below and the gorgeous stained glass windows that casts beautiful light inside of the dome.
After enjoying the dome, make your way down to St Peter’s Basilica where you can explore with your guide and learn of the history behind the largest church in the world. Adorned with artworks and architectural masterpieces from famous artists such as Michelangelo, Bernini and Raphael, your guide will explain the history and anecdotes behind the works that added to the basilica’s grandeur.
Then, you will make your way underground to the famous Papal tombs. One of the most sought out sites for Christian pilgrims from around the world, these tombs hold the relics of beloved Pope’s such as John Paul II and countless other Pope’s from previous centuries dating as far back as the fifth century.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Dress code is smart casual – both men and women are required to cover knees and shoulders
- As part of the 2025 Jubilee celebrations, St. Peter’s Basilica may experience unexpected partial or complete closures. In the rare event that the Basilica cannot be visited, rest assured that your tour experience will remain exceptional. Your guide will seamlessly adapt the itinerary to include alternative highlights, ensuring the full duration and quality of your tour. Please note that, in accordance with our Terms & Conditions agreed upon at the time of booking, partial or full refunds cannot be issued due to Basilica closures.
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- St. Peter’s Semi Private Tour
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St Peter’s Basilica Tour, Dome Climb & Papal Tombs I Max 6 People Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Tour in a Safe and Semi Private Group of 6 participants
- Tour with a Professional, Local, Expert and Fun Guide
- Descend into the Papal Tombs and Crypts
- Climb to the top of the Dome!
- Food and Drink
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by LivTours.
- 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.
- This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 95 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 6 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Please plan to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your tour start time
• not wheelchair accessible
• ABOUT OUR 6 PEOPLE SMALL GROUP POLICY
In booking this tour you are guaranteed one tour guide per group of 6 people. Please bear in mind though that in order to accommodate traveling families and friends, we do on rare occasion make the exception of adding an additional one to two guests in order not to split groups who are traveling together. On that same note, you may find yourself on tour with less than six people. As we accept bookings in multiples of six, math doesn’t always work in our favor to help accommodate individual travelers and their families when on the same tour, so we hope you understand and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
