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St. Peter’s Basilica & Popes’ Tombs Tour with Optional Dome Climb

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Private
On raphaeltours.com we mainly offer private experiences. This means that the tour is not shared with other guests and can always be tailored to your needs upon request.
Skip the Line
This tour includes skip-the-line access, allowing you to bypass long queues and enter attractions directly. Save time and make the most of your experience.
Accessible
The tour is designed to be fully accessible for wheelchair users and people with mobility issues. We will do our best to make sure you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

Tour Description

Explore Saint Peter’s Basilica and Popes’ Tombs on a private guided tour. Optional dome climb offers breathtaking views of Rome. Discover Vatican history, art, and sacred sites in an unforgettable experience.

Key Information

  • Destinations

  • Experience Private, Walking
  • Guided by Licensed national tour guide
  • Duration 2 hours
  • Starting times (Customizable) Morning, Afternoon
  • Languages English, Italian, Spanish, French, German
  • Pickup available Upon request

Highlights

  • Explore the heart of the Catholic world visited by millions of pilgrims every year
  • See where the Popes get buried and where the address people during public speeches and masses
  • You have the option to climb one of the greatest domes in the world designed by Michelangelo

Itinerary

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    Meeting Point

    We meet in front of McDonald's Roma Borgo Pio

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    St. Peter’s Basilica

    Next, visit St. Peter’s Basilica, a Renaissance masterpiece featuring Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s Baldachin, immersing you in its spiritual and artistic grandeur. The tour ends beneath the obelisk in St. Peter's Square.

Full Description

Enjoy an exclusive, immersive experience at one of the world’s most iconic landmarks. Avoid long queues and step directly into the grandeur of St. Peter’s Basilica, a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture and the spiritual heart of the Catholic Church. Marvel at Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s majestic Baldachin, and the breathtaking interior details that make this basilica extraordinary.

Continue your journey to the Popes’ Tombs, a sacred area beneath the basilica where many popes—including Saint John Paul II and Pope Pius XII—rest in beautifully preserved chapels and crypts. This solemn site offers a deep connection to the papal legacy and Vatican history.

For those seeking a truly unique experience, an optional climb to the Dome is available, providing spectacular panoramic views of Rome and the Vatican Gardens.

Your expert guide will tailor the tour to your interests, whether you wish to focus more on art, history, or spirituality, ensuring a personalized visit. With skip-the-line access, you maximize your time inside this sacred complex, making this private tour ideal for history lovers, art enthusiasts, and spiritual travelers alike.

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What is included

Included

  • Professional Local Guide
  • Skip-the-Line Tickets

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Recommendations

Tips and Tricks

  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. 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.

Meeting Point

Meeting point may vary according to the season and customer requirements. It will always be communicated multiple times in advance.

Reviews

Rating: 5 / 5

Based on 15 reviews

  • Barbara L. United States

    This tour really helped us make the most of our visit. We truly appreciated the guide’s flexibility in adapting to our interests

  • Rachel T. United Kingdom

    I’d recommend this to anyone visiting Rome! We skipped the lines and had a relaxed tour with a guide who made everything easy to follow

  • Aiden C. United States

    The beauty of Saint Peter’s Basilica is breathtaking. Patricia did a great job and organized the tour in a way that felt both historic and religious. The view at the top of the dome was absolutely worth the climb

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St. Peter’s Basilica & Popes’ Tombs Tour with Optional Dome Climb

Private
On raphaeltours.com we mainly offer private experiences. This means that the tour is not shared with other guests and can always be tailored to your needs upon request.
Skip the Line
This tour includes skip-the-line access, allowing you to bypass long queues and enter attractions directly. Save time and make the most of your experience.
Accessible
The tour is designed to be fully accessible for wheelchair users and people with mobility issues. We will do our best to make sure you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
Starting at
79 €
93 $
69 £
129 CA$
140 A$
per person

Please allow our travel agents up to 24 hours to get back to you.

Your tour guides in Rome

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Bruno

Tour Guide in: English, Italian

Bruno is a walking history book with a spark—his deep knowledge and lively stories make the past come alive in a fun, unforgettable way!

Qualifications

  • University Degree in Management of Cultural Heritage
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Donato

Tour Guide in: Italian, English

Donato is an archaeologist at heart and a natural storyteller—he makes ancient sites fascinating for both adults and kids, mixing knowledge with humour.

Qualifications

  • Phd in Archeology

Destinations visited in this tour

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Skip-the-line
This tour includes skip-the-line access, allowing you to bypass long queues and enter attractions directly. Save time and make the most of your experience.
Accessible
The tour is designed to be fully accessible for wheelchair users and people with mobility issues. We will do our best to make sure you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

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Skip-the-line
This tour includes skip-the-line access, allowing you to bypass long queues and enter attractions directly. Save time and make the most of your experience.
Accessible
The tour is designed to be fully accessible for wheelchair users and people with mobility issues. We will do our best to make sure you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience.

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