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St. Peter's Basilica Private Guided Tour

Rome, Italy
10 45 Vatican City Walking Tour with Sistine Chapel
  • 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

With its wealth of art and vast size, St. Peter’s Basilica can be daunting for a first-time visitor. Take in Rome’s most important church without getting overwhelmed with this private guided tour that touches on the highlights in less than two hours. Admire works by Michelangelo and Bernini, learn about the basilica’s impressive architecture, and head undergournd to visit the tombs of past popes.
  • Optimize your time in St. Peter’s Basilica with a private highlights tour
  • Insights into the top works of art and architecture from your guide
  • Visit the Vatican Grottoes to view papal and royal tombs
  • Free time after to the tour to linger in the church or climb up to the dome

What's Included

  • Private expert Tour Guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Dome Ticket ( Can be paid on spot )
  • No skip- the-line entrance

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Saint Peter's Square
    Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

    In front of the obelisk, facing St. Peter's Basilica, you will meet your Tour Guide holding a sign with your name.

Start time

08:30 AM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

St. Peter's Square

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

St. Peter's Basilica

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship . No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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      Wonderful experience
      Louise_P, Aug 2023
      This tour was absolutely perfect. Our guide Chiara explained everything with such passion and such knowledge that she brought the history back to life. I can’t imagine a better tour of the Basilica - this tour with this guide is amazing.
      Response from Host, Sep 2023
      Hi Louise! Thanks for leaving us a review about your experience. We are glad to hear that you liked your tour with Chiara. Our Guides always try to give the most important knowledge and take the clients to significant parts of the museum. We are always happy to welcome you. Best Regards City Rome Tours
      The Basilica is so...
      SHELLEY_M, Jun 2023
      The Basilica is so impressive without a tour but the tour added more detail and significance to the entire experience. I saw so much more detail because of the experience.
      Great experience with a...
      barryparlane, Oct 2022
      Great experience with a perfect knowledgable guide Fredirico. A young man with vast amount of info,spoken as a friend as well as a guide. Well done Fredirico. See you again xx
      The Basilica is amazing!...
      Julia_G, Jul 2022
      The Basilica is amazing! So beautiful and spiritual. Our guide Claudia was so knowledgeable and presented both cultural and historical perspectives. Highly recommend!

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      -You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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