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A grand building with a large dome and a fountain in the foreground. 1
A large historical building with a dome and an obelisk. 2
A statue of an angel holding a cross. 3
St. Peter's Basilica with its dome and obelisk. 4
A statue of an angel with wings, holding a scroll. 5
By Prime Tours Roma
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$50 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Join your expert guide to explore the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica, the crown jewel of Vatican City. You'll hear the stories behind its creation, from the vision of popes to the hands of masters like Bernini and Michelangelo.

    Your tour highlights the basilica's most legendary treasures. Witness the delicate beauty of Michelangelo’s Pietà, gaze up at Bernini’s immense Baldachin, and admire the dazzling mosaics that adorn this iconic sanctuary.

    Next, descend to the Vatican Grottoes, the hallowed papal tombs resting beneath the basilica, to discover the final chapter in the lives of former popes.

    Ideal for anyone wanting to understand one of the world's most important religious and cultural sites, this tour promises a memorable and insightful visit to an architectural wonder.

Activity location

  • The Tomb of Saint Peter
    • St. Peter's Basilica
    • 00120, Vatican City, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Piazza della Città Leonina, 6
    • 6 Piazza della Città Leonina
    • 00193, Roma, Lazio, Italy

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

English

  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 3:00 PM
Price details
NZ$50.11 x 1 AdultNZ$50.11
Total
Price is NZ$50.11

French

  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h
  • French
Language options: French
Starting time: 3:00 PM
Price details
NZ$50.11 x 1 AdultNZ$50.11
Total
Price is NZ$50.11

Spanish

  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h
  • Spanish
Language options: Spanish
Starting time: 3:00 PM
Price details
NZ$50.11 x 1 AdultNZ$50.11
Total
Price is NZ$50.11

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Headsets for clear audio guidance.
  • Inclusions
    Detailed explanations of Michelangelo's Pietà, Bernini's Baldachin, and the Basilica's mosaics.
  • Inclusions
    Visit to the Vatican Grottoes, the burial site of past popes.
  • Inclusions
    Small group experience for a more personalised tour.
  • Inclusions
    Assistance at the meeting point for a smooth check-in process.
  • Inclusions
    Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica with an expert Vatican guide.
  • Inclusions
    Free time inside the Basilica after the guided portion to explore at your own pace.
  • Exclusions
    Entry tickets (St. Peter's Basilica is free to enter)
  • Exclusions
    St. Peter's Dome climb (available as an optional upgrade, payable on-site)
  • Exclusions
    Skip-the-line access (as no fast-track entry exists for St. Peter's Basilica)
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks
  • Exclusions
    Access to the Vatican Museums or Sistine Chapel (this is a separate attraction)
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

St. Peter's Basilica (Pass by)

A short intro of the square of St. Peter's Basilica

The Tomb of Saint Peter

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
You'll get to see all of Popal Tombs on the underground of the Vatican.

Location

Activity location

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    The Tomb of Saint Peter
    • St. Peter's Basilica
    • 00120, Vatican City, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Piazza della Città Leonina, 6
    • 6 Piazza della Città Leonina
    • 00193, Roma, Lazio, Italy
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Piazza del Risorgimento
    • Piazza del Risorgimento
    • 00192, Roma, Lazio, Italy

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