Private Tour of St Peter's Basilica with Dome Climb and Grottoes

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Combine e thorough guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica with a climb to the top of the dome for the best panoramic view of Rome. Discover marvels of art and architecture created by world-famous masters of the Renaissance with a private art historian.

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please note that you will be required to pass through metal detectors at the entrance of the square
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes: a moderate amount of walking is involved
  • Please be aware that the lines to clear security checks at the entrance of the square might take 15-120 minutes
  • The dome's terrace might not be accessible during bad weather conditions. In that case, you can either ask for a partial refund and visit the Basilica and the grottoes or decide to cancel the tour for a full refund
  • An appropriate dress-code is required in order to enter the churches: knees and shoulders should be covered
  • The meeting point is outside the Basilica before entering St. Peter's square and the security checks
  • Please note that this is not a skip-the-line tour
  • St. Peter Basilica or its dome can be subject to partial unforeseen closures due to Vatican Administration
  • Not recommended for travellers with claustrophobia
  • Not recommended for travellers with vertigo

  • Thorough guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica
  • Sterilized headsets to hear clearly your guide
  • Guided tour of St. Peter Dome
  • Entry fees to the top of the Dome
  • Private art-historian guide
  • Full on-site assistance

  • The Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel are not part of this tour
  • This tour does not skip the line (both the security check one and the dome elevator one)

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.