Rome St. Peter's Basilica, Grottoes, and Dome Tour
With barely half a day, you can say you’ve “done the Vatican.” On this comprehensive tour, your journey begins by meeting your guide in St. Peter’s Square. From there, it’s off to the Vatican Grottoes beneath the basilica, where popes and royalty have been buried since the 11th century. Then you'll explore the Basilica’s fabulous art, including Michelangelo’s La Pieta, before ascending the dome for panoramic views of Vatican City.
Highlights
- ✓Dome tickets (including elevator access) included
- ✓Headsets for hearing your guide provided—don't miss a word
- ✓Choose from 2-different sized tour groups; medium and small
- ✓Get sky-high views of Vatican City from the air
What you'll see & do
- ✓The most famous and the biggest square of the Vatican City. In the middle of the huge square enjoy the Obelisk from Egypt (over 2500 years old) Start your tour in St. Peters Square and perceive the all-embracing character of its majestic architecture. Understand the game of visual effects as were thought by its designer, Bernini, and find the two "special" spots in the square.
- ✓Enjoy a visit to the Papal Grottoes, the vast crypt under St. Peter's Basilica. Built 3 meters below the level of the Basilica, they are located just under the great altar in the middle of the central nave. Here, you can see where hundreds of popes and members of royalty have been buried since the 11th century.
- ✓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. Here the guide will take you through the main highlights. 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.
- ✓From the highest point within vatican, admire breathtaking and panoramic views of the city, including the vatican gardens below. Keep your camera ready to click beautiful panoramic views.
What's included
- ✓Tour guide
- ✓All Fees and Taxes
- ✓Good quality headsets
- ✓Dome tickets by elevetor
What's not included
- ✓Transportation is not included
- ✓Skip the line
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Rome St. Peter's Basilica, Grottoes, and Dome Tour
With barely half a day, you can say you’ve “done the Vatican.” On this comprehensive tour, your journey begins by meeting your guide in St. Peter’s Square. From there, it’s off to the Vatican Grottoes beneath the basilica, where popes and royalty have been buried since the 11th century. Then you'll explore the Basilica’s fabulous art, including Michelangelo’s La Pieta, before ascending the dome for panoramic views of Vatican City.
Highlights
- ✓Dome tickets (including elevator access) included
- ✓Headsets for hearing your guide provided—don't miss a word
- ✓Choose from 2-different sized tour groups; medium and small
- ✓Get sky-high views of Vatican City from the air
What you'll see & do
- ✓The most famous and the biggest square of the Vatican City. In the middle of the huge square enjoy the Obelisk from Egypt (over 2500 years old) Start your tour in St. Peters Square and perceive the all-embracing character of its majestic architecture. Understand the game of visual effects as were thought by its designer, Bernini, and find the two "special" spots in the square.
- ✓Enjoy a visit to the Papal Grottoes, the vast crypt under St. Peter's Basilica. Built 3 meters below the level of the Basilica, they are located just under the great altar in the middle of the central nave. Here, you can see where hundreds of popes and members of royalty have been buried since the 11th century.
- ✓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. Here the guide will take you through the main highlights. 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.
- ✓From the highest point within vatican, admire breathtaking and panoramic views of the city, including the vatican gardens below. Keep your camera ready to click beautiful panoramic views.
What's included
- ✓Tour guide
- ✓All Fees and Taxes
- ✓Good quality headsets
- ✓Dome tickets by elevetor
What's not included
- ✓Transportation is not included
- ✓Skip the line
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.