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Rome: St Peters Basilica Guided Tour with Dome Climb and Crypt

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Immerse yourself in the history, architecture, and lore of St. Peter’s Basilica with this all-access tour. Not only will you enjoy a full guided tour of the Basilica and Papal Crypt (not usually included Basilica and Vatican tours) with an expert guide, you’ll avoid long lines to climb up into the titanic dome early in the morning, and gape at the amazing views of Rome.
  • Pre-reserved tickets to climb St Peter’s Basilica Dome with elevator access
  • Groups of max 20 people
  • Expert English local guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Departure Point

Piazza della Città Leonina, 00193 Roma RM, Italy Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Caffè Leonina, Piazza della Città Leonina, 5. The closest metro stop is Ottaviano.

Return Details

Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City On St. Peter's terrace

  • St. Peter's Square, Vatican City, Italy
    Your guide meets you just outside the entrance to St. Peter's Square and whisks you past the crowds for your trip to the grand Renaissance-era elegance of the basilica. An elevator carries you to the dome's first terrace, where you're surrounded by its beautiful artwork, and then 320 steps lead you up to one of the best views you can get of the city of Rome—from the square below you all the way across the Tiber.
    120 minutes
  • St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Italy
    Next, it's time for a journey through the basilica itself as your guide shows you the grandeur that defines one of the holiest sites in the Catholic world. Admire the exquisite detail of the baldachin designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, standing amid the space designed by Michelangelo, and then visit the famous bronze statue of St. Peter with the keys to heaven in his hand. Another special experience is waiting for you beneath the basilica as your guide gives you a rare look at the crypts of the Vatican grotto. With more than 100 tombs holding popes, Catholic monarchs, and famous figures, the crypts let you look back through almost 2,000 years of the church's history before you part ways with your guide at the tour's end.
    60 minutes
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The tour is in English.
  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
  • After the terrace where the elevator stops, there are still 320 steps to climb to reach the very top.
  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
  • All guests (including children) must bring ID on the day of their tour.
  • Due to the religious nature of the Vatican, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. Walks cannot be held responsible for those denied entry.
  • Please note: starting December 2024, access to St. Peter's Basilica may be limited due to the Vatican's Jubilee Year 2025, which includes special events and ceremonies. These closures are determined by the Vatican and are beyond our control. Thank you for your understanding.
  • Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Mary_S
29 Jun 2025
Very good experience. The dome was awesome! Our guide was very knowledgeable. We only had 8 on the tour which made it great. You will not see the pieta unless you go through Holy Door. That side of the church is behind a curtain. Holy Door access is not included with this tour. Be aware even if you have skip the access tickets there can be a long wait. We had an hour wait in the 90 degree day. They closed the Basicilia for a while prior to our tour ( Pope had a meeting) this made for a very long wait. Make sure you have water.
Scott_A
27 Jun 2025
Our tour never happened. We were at the meeting point well in advance—and confirmed the meeting point with other guides familiar with our tour company. But our tour company never showed up and did not respond to our messages for updates or guidance. And they provided no advance notice that they would not be there. We later learned that a Mass was being held at the Basilica which temporarily closed access to the Basilica—however our tour company (after repeated messages) simply replied three hours after our meeting time that they do not monitor the Viator message platform. This is only one experience, but it makes us wary of this tour company. Viator said it would help us get a refund—we shall see.
Jeremy_R
26 Jun 2025
Good tour from a great guide. The Vatican as a whole is crazy this year, so expect the itinerary to be “loose”. Our guide was great at improvising though. Only bummer was the crypts were closed to the public.
This tour in is organized by Walks - Italy, Spain & Greece

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