Tour of St Peter's Basilica with Dome Climb and Grottoes in a Small Group

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  • Duration:1 hours 45 minutes (approx.)
  • Location: Rome, Italy
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Embark on an extraordinary journey commencing at St. Peter's Square, where the architectural brilliance of Bernini unfolds.

Then enter the awe-inspiring St. Peter's Basilica, a realm adorned with golden ceilings, vibrant marbles, and masterpieces like Michelangelo's Pietà. Delve into the Papal grottoes underground, touching ancient walls and visiting St. Peter's tomb for a profound historical encounter.

The grand crescendo awaits as you ascend to the dome's summit, offering both close encounters with intricate mosaics and panoramic views of Rome's iconic landmarks. From this lofty perch at 136 meters, immerse yourself in breathtaking vistas, spotting the Colosseum, Pantheon, and beyond.

Immerse yourself in a blend of art, history, and mesmerizing panoramas, ensuring a "wow-ing" experience in the heart of Vatican City. Enjoy a unique adventure, where architectural marvels intertwine with iconic heritage landmarks, promising an unforgettable exploration.


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Posted By : Elizabeth_R
We traveled with a 6 and 12 year old and she was very patient with the kids. We lived the tour and the tour guide did an awesome job. She even managed to get us into St. Peter’s basilica in time.
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Posted On : 2023-12-30 11:51:13 full ratings


Posted By : Exploration673275
Very nicely explained! Silvia was very energetic and knowledgeable. Highly recommend choosing the earliest slot.
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Posted On : 2023-12-30 04:38:35 full ratings


Posted By : Darcie_T
Our guide, Valentin, was excellent! He was very knowledgeable and also had a great sense of humor. He kept everyone engaged and kept the group moving. St. Peter’s is spectacular and the dome climb was worth it for us. I would note that you still have to wait in line for security, which was long, and wait in line for the dome. So if you are booking something after this tour you will want plenty of time in between.
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Posted On : 2023-12-29 14:03:07 full ratings


Posted By : S_P
The operator, Touriks, did not pick up the phone when we couldn’t find their Yellow flag. Reason why we couldn’t find them in the meeting location was because they had no yellow flag.
After getting acquainted with our guide she was very nice and did a great job.
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Posted On : 2023-12-29 12:23:20 full ratings


Posted By : Joseph_M
This was not my first visit to The Vatican or into St Peter’s but it was for my partner and I had to justify the amount we paid for this guided tour. Meeting the leader and the group was no problem but the almost 2 hour wait in the queue to get to the 2 security checks that were open was tiring. With so many thousands of people waiting, surely the authorities could open more than 2 checkpoint???? Our guide was informative, although a little difficult to understand his English at times. Once into St Peter’s we saw many tombs and chapels and altars and then went down into the grottos. Next came the long queue for the lift to the dome climb. This is a beautiful place and any visitor would be in awe at the size.
I was rather shocked at the $AUD 165 we paid - the church is free to enter, the grotto was free to enter, the lift to the dome was €10. The tour was good but is not worth the money.
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Posted On : 2023-12-27 14:49:58 full ratings


Posted By : Susan_M
From the reviews, I expected more. Our tour guide pointed out some highlights in the basilica but the dome climb and grottoes were on our own. Really could have got the amount of information from a basic guide book.
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Posted On : 2023-12-24 12:36:40 full ratings


Posted By : 6emill
Very relevant and good historical presentation, a pleasure! Good English, pedagogical

Guide was Silvia
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Posted On : 2023-12-23 08:56:50 full ratings


Posted By : Teresa_W
Patrick was a fantastic guide. Very knowledgeable! Tour was the perfect length with time allotted to take pictures and to be able to enjoy the beauty.
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Posted On : 2023-12-17 12:57:30 full ratings


Posted By : cjpicurn
Eleonora was absolutely amazing!
She knew so many wonderful details and had such enthusiasm that our tour was perfect!!! Would absolutely recommend this tour with Eleonora!!
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Posted On : 2023-12-10 03:21:40 full ratings


Posted By : Rita_G
The most memorable part if the experience was learning about the mosaics and viewing the Basilica from the dome.
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Posted On : 2023-12-10 03:12:57 full ratings