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St Peter's Basilica and Cupola guided tour

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Overview

Enjoy a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica led by a knowledgeable local expert.

Admire the breathtaking elegance of the world’s largest church, rich in history, art, and spiritual significance.

Discover the Chapel of the Confession, located beneath the high altar, where tradition says Saint Peter is buried.

Learn from professional, licensed Vatican guides who bring centuries of history to life.

Use personal headsets to clearly hear your guide without missing a word, even in the busiest areas.

Marvel at Michelangelo’s magnificent dome, a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture and one of the most iconic features of the Roman skyline.

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    St. Peter's Basilica
    Piazza San Pietro, Vatican City 00120, Italy

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    St. Peter's Basilica

    Explore St. Peter's Basilica, the great Renaissance-style church with its dome that dominates the skyline of Rome biult by genius of Michelangleo over 500 years ago . Discover why the American philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson described it as "an ornament of the earth...the sublime of the beautiful".Marvel at the interior of the biggest church in the world , lavishly decorated with marble statues , reliefs, architectural sculpture, and gilding. Discover the underground Chapel of the Confession and marvel at its curving marble staircases.and enjoy the beauty of the vatican basilica art
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    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the St Peter’s Basilica and Cupola guided tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

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    Activity code: C-148384P15

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