Rome: St. Peter's Basilica and Papel Tombs Guided Tour
ID: GYG829039-1316248
Category:
Country: Italy
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Discover the highlights of St. Peter's Basilica, the spiritual heart of Christianity, on a guided tour in Rome.
Visit the underground Papal Tombs, and choose to climb the tallest dome in the world.
Discover the highlights of St. Peter's Basilica, the spiritual heart of Christianity, on a guided tour in Rome.
Visit the underground Papal Tombs, and choose to climb the tallest dome in the world.
Join a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. Learn about the history of the church and get introduced to Vatican City, the smallest country in the world.
Admire the golden plated ceiling, optical illusions, Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s statues, and incredible mosaics. After a thorough tour of the church, head underground 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 at a charming fountain with drinkable water.
Finally, return inside the church and revisit what you saw, or choose to climb the dome of the Basilica and experience panoramic views of the Eternal City.
Highlights
- Explore the Late Renaissance-era St. Peter's Basilica with a guide
- Admire the sculptures inside one of the Catholic Church's holiest sites
- Explore the Late Renaissance-era St. Peter's Basilica with a guide
- Choose to climb to the top of the world's tallest dome
- See the tombs designated for papel burials, hidden in the ground of the basilica
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Everyone entering the basilica must pass through the security check that can take anywhere between 10 - 50 minutes, depending on the season and events
• Vatican City imposes a dress code for entry into the Basilica, which requires covered shoulders and knees
• If the tour is canceled, you will be offered a tour on an alternative date or a full refund
Meet next to Pausa restaurant. Look for a red flag with the name of the activity provider "Roots in Rome"
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.
