St. Peter's Basilica Dome, Basilica & Underground Grottoes Guided Tour
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Climb to the top of the highest point in the Vatican City, the dome of St. Peter’s Basilica, and get panoramic views over historic Rome and the Vatican state from this Renaissance masterpiece. Along with getting fast access inside the basilica after your ascent, you can experience and explore the basilica treasures and the Vatican Crypts with your expert English-speaking guide.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for those who suffer from claustrophobia and/or vertigo
- Please note that the dome’s elevator only takes you to the first terrace. In order to climb to the top of the dome you will have to use stairs (320 steps). Please allow yourself approximately 20 extra minutes if you wish to climb up to the dome of St Peters from there.
- We may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues
- Only small bags are allowed
- Tickets for the dome cannot be pre-bought. The group will have to queue for the guide to acquire them on the day of the tour.
- Entrance into St. Peter’s Basilica & Underground Crypts with the Pope Tombs
- Entrance into St. Peter’s Dome by lift
- Headsets when appropriate
- Expert, English-speaking tour guide
- Food/Beverage
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off
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