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St. Peter's Basilica Small Group Tour

4.5 (9)
Rome, IT
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St. Peter's Basilica Small Group Tour

4.5 (9)
Rome, IT
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Looking to explore the heart of Vatican City? Look no further than the St. Peter's Basilica Small Group Tour! With a maximum group size of 15 people, this intimate and extensive tour takes you to the top and bottom of St. Peter's Basilica, providing an in-depth understanding of its history and architecture. Begin your journey with a stroll around St. Peter's Square, admiring the Swiss Guard, before ascending to the top of the dome for breathtaking views of St. Peter's Square and ancient Rome. Marvel at the magnificent St. Peter's Baldachin and the iconic sculpture, La Pieta, created by Michelangelo himself. Finally, explore the Papal Crypt, the resting place of many Popes and an important pilgrimage site for Catholics. This tour promises to be the highlight of your vacation, suitable for travelers of all ages. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-8 Participants
  • Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Explore St. Peter's Basilica with an expert guide
  • Stroll around St. Peter's Square and learn about the Swiss Guard
  • Enjoy incredible views from the top of the dome
  • Admire the stunning St. Peter's Baldachin
  • Marvel at Michelangelo's masterpiece, La Pieta
  • Expert tourguide
  • St. Peter's Basilica dome ticket

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Introduction

Experience the awe-inspiring beauty and grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica on this small group tour. Perfect for architecture enthusiasts, religious individuals, and those seeking to explore magnificent churches, this intimate and extensive tour will unravel the captivating history behind this iconic basilica. With a knowledgeable guide leading the way, you'll uncover the secrets of St. Peter's Basilica, from its intricate architecture to its significant religious symbolism.

What to expect?

During this 2.5-hour tour, you can anticipate an immersive journey through the highlights of St. Peter's Basilica. Starting at St. Peter's Square, admire the Swiss Guard and soak in the ambiance of this iconic gathering place. As you venture inside, discover the breathtaking beauty of the basilica, exploring its impressive dome, intricate sculptures, and elaborate art. Climb to the top of the dome and be rewarded with panoramic views of St. Peter's Square and the ancient city of Rome.

Who is this for?

This tour is designed for everyone with a keen interest in art, architecture, and history. Whether you are a solo traveler, a couple, or a family, this experience welcomes all ages and backgrounds. Delve into the rich cultural heritage of St. Peter's Basilica and gain a deeper understanding of its significance in religious history.

Why book this?

By joining this small group tour, you'll enjoy an intimate setting with a maximum of 15 people, allowing for a personalized experience and ample opportunities to ask questions. With an expert guide by your side, you'll gain unique insights and learn fascinating stories about this iconic landmark. From the ornate St. Peter's Baldachin to Michelangelo's masterpiece, La Pieta, every moment of this tour will leave you in awe of the unparalleled beauty and artistry found within the walls of St. Peter's Basilica.

Good to know

Please note that the tour duration is approximately 2.5 hours, providing ample time to explore the Basilica's most significant highlights. Be prepared to climb 281 steps to reach the top of the dome and enjoy the mesmerizing views. Inside the Papal Crypt, your guide will provide information regarding the important Popes buried there, although they are unable to directly lead the group in this area. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and dress modestly as St. Peter's Basilica is a place of worship.

Reviews

Travelers have praised the St. Peter's Basilica Small Group Tour for its knowledgeable guides and intimate setting. Visitors were captivated by the stunning architecture and the opportunity to learn about the symbolism behind the artwork. Many reviewers highlighted the breathtaking views from the dome and expressed how this tour was the highlight of their vacation.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

St. Peter's Basilica

Explore St. Peter's Basilica from the top to bottom with an expert guide and a small group of 15 people or fewer.

St. Peter's Square

Your St. Peter's Basilica tour starts early in the morning or lunch hour with a stroll around St. Peters Square and an introduction to the Swiss Guard. This is an intimate and extensive tour for clients who loves art, architecture and amazing churches. This will be the highlight of your vacation.

St. Peter's Basilica

Time for the dome! We take the elevator ride to the first level, from there its 281 steps up to the top of the dome. From the top you'll see the most incredible views over St. Peter's Square and across the Tiber river to the ancient part of Rome

Admission Included

St. Peter's Baldachin

You will see St. Peter's Baldachin its a large Baroque sculpted bronze canopy. The Baldachin is at the center of the crossing, and directly under the dome of the basilica. Designed by the Italian artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini. It was built to mark, in a monumental way, the place of St. Peter's tomb underneath. Under the canopy is the high altar of the basilica

La Pieta

The Pieta is a work of Renaissance sculpture by Michelangelo. The sculpture is made in Carrara marble its situated in the first chapel on the north side of after the entrance of the basilica. This work of art is the body of Jesus on the lap of his mother Mary after the Crucifixion. It's the only piece Michelangelo ever signed

St. Peter's Basilica

Your last stop is the Papal Crypt inside St. Peter's Basilica. This is where many Popes have their tombs and its an important pilgrim point for Catholics. Your guide cannot lead the group there but u will be given details on the most important Popes

Reviews

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4.5 (9)

Leticia_W

Great your, very much enjoyed the knowledge of our tour guide would definitely recommend as a must do.

Robert_S

The tour was rescheduled for 1 hour later 15 minutes before the scheduled start. I’ll NEVER recommend you to anyone.

Kirsten_W

We had some trouble on the front end of the tour. The time we were scheduled for changed from 8am to 8:40. We were given an extremely general meeting location -- an entire piazza, not a place on that piazza. Despite arriving almost 15 minutes early, we had trouble finding our group. We realized they had gone and gotten in the admission line without us. There was no communication about this from the tour operator, who didn't answer our messages. However, once we found them and the tour got going it was great. Yamilla was incredibly knowledgeable and gave great explanations.

Jessica_H

Easy to find check-in and our tour guide was very knowledgeable. From checking in to getting the tour started was 15 minutes. Started right on time. It was a great tour for the money.

Lacey_M

Arianna was fantastic, took her time with us and new everything. She even made sure no one had a tour immediately after ours in case we wanted to take more time. Lovely

Kevin_M

I loved our guide and her presentation of the incredible history of St. Peter's Basilica. I did not realize it wasn't a "skip the line" experience, however our guide kept us engaged with interesting facts and information as we waited.

Deborah_Y

Sara was passionate about the stories that St. Peter’s told- a very nice experience. Be warned, though - this is NOT a skip the line tour, but a “get a lot of information while you’re waiting “ tour.

Temisan_H

Our immense thanks to Gabrielle, our wonderful tour guide, who gave us a captivating and informative tour of St. Peters Square and the Basilica. We really enjoyed it, and were lucky to have such a lovely guide who really loves and knows the city. Gabrielle took time to explain the history and the context of sculptures and features. There was so much I didn't know. This is a highly recommended tour.

erinmcall

Amazing tour and the view from the dome was wonderful. The stairs were a bit of work, but not too bad. Mostly just claustrophobic because it's so narrow.
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2024-04-24 19:21
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