Rome: St Peter's Basilica & Papal Tombs Tour with Dome Climb Group Guided Tour in German
ID: GYG509886-O-938345
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Experience the marvels of St. Peter's Square and Basilica with a guided tour. Ascend the Dome for panoramic views of the entire city of Rome, then explore the historic grottoes below ground.
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.
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.
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.
Enjoy a 360 degrees view over the marble floors and take an exclusive and close-up look at the mosaics of the dome, designed by Michelangelo.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.
Highlights
- Professional tour guide
- Good quality headsets
- Easy to find meeting point
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Necropolis are not included.
knees & shoulders must be covered
Please note that skip the line isn't possible. All visitors must pass through security check line like airport. It might take 10-120 minutes during high season.
Including Dome Option- In the event of unfavorable weather conditions, access to the dome for climbing might be restricted. Should this occur, please feel free to request a partial refund.
St. Peter's Basilica is subject to unforeseen closures due to Vatican affairs. In the event this happens, the tour operator 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
Meet your guide outside the activity provider's office on Borgo Vittorio. Look for the green and pink Best in Rome Tour logo. The meeting point is just a 1-minute walk from St. Peter's Basilica.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
