Rome St. Peter's Basilica and Dome Entry Ticket with Audio Guide
by Vox City
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€68Overview
Visitors begin this self-guided tour by meeting at the bar 'Al San Michele' in Vatican City. From there, they proceed to St. Peter's Basilica, focusing first on climbing the Cupola, the basilica's dome that shapes Rome's skyline. The climb involves a spiral staircase where the detailed architecture of the dome can be closely observed. Upon reaching the top, the tour offers a view across Vatican City and its surroundings from 136 meters high. The tour lasts between one and two hours and includes a digital map of the Vatican area with key highlights. An audio guide with 27 listening points is provided, offering commentary in multiple languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Polish, and Japanese. The audio guide covers the basilica's interior mosaics, its history, and significant artworks such as Michelangelo's Pietà and Bernini's Baldacchino. Visitors can also see the burial sites of St Peter and other popes. The entry ticket includes access to the dome and the basilica itself. There is a 10% discount available at the Mondo Cattolico store and assistance at the meeting point. If selected, a Papal Audience ticket is also included. Guests must bring their own headphones and a mobile device to use the audio guide, and no live guide is provided. Elevator access to the first dome level is available, but the final ascent requires climbing 300 steps. Without elevator use, the full climb is 551 steps. The tour is not advised for children under 7, adults over 75, or those with claustrophobia, vertigo, or mobility issues. Dress code and security checks apply for Vatican entry, which may cause waiting times during busy periods.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
St. Peter's Basilica
After meeting at the bar 'Al San Michele', the group proceeds to the Cupola, the dome that dominates Rome's skyline. Visitors climb the spiral staircase, observing the detailed design of the dome up close. At the top, guests can see panoramic views over Vatican City and beyond.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Rome St. Peter's Basilica and Dome Entry Ticket with Audio Guide
by Vox City
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€68Overview
Visitors begin this self-guided tour by meeting at the bar 'Al San Michele' in Vatican City. From there, they proceed to St. Peter's Basilica, focusing first on climbing the Cupola, the basilica's dome that shapes Rome's skyline. The climb involves a spiral staircase where the detailed architecture of the dome can be closely observed. Upon reaching the top, the tour offers a view across Vatican City and its surroundings from 136 meters high. The tour lasts between one and two hours and includes a digital map of the Vatican area with key highlights. An audio guide with 27 listening points is provided, offering commentary in multiple languages including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Polish, and Japanese. The audio guide covers the basilica's interior mosaics, its history, and significant artworks such as Michelangelo's Pietà and Bernini's Baldacchino. Visitors can also see the burial sites of St Peter and other popes. The entry ticket includes access to the dome and the basilica itself. There is a 10% discount available at the Mondo Cattolico store and assistance at the meeting point. If selected, a Papal Audience ticket is also included. Guests must bring their own headphones and a mobile device to use the audio guide, and no live guide is provided. Elevator access to the first dome level is available, but the final ascent requires climbing 300 steps. Without elevator use, the full climb is 551 steps. The tour is not advised for children under 7, adults over 75, or those with claustrophobia, vertigo, or mobility issues. Dress code and security checks apply for Vatican entry, which may cause waiting times during busy periods.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
St. Peter's Basilica
After meeting at the bar 'Al San Michele', the group proceeds to the Cupola, the dome that dominates Rome's skyline. Visitors climb the spiral staircase, observing the detailed design of the dome up close. At the top, guests can see panoramic views over Vatican City and beyond.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.