Visite privée de la basilique Saint-Pierre avec escalade du dôme et grottes

Points forts

Itinéraire

1. 1

   St. Peter's Square

   Start your tour in St. Peters Square and perceive the all-embracing character of its majestic architecture. Understand the game of visual effects as were thought by its designer, Bernini, and find the two "special" spots in the square.

   10 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

2. 2

   St. Peter's Basilica

   Then head towards the Basilica to be amazed by its magnificence. See why it took 150 years to rebuild and marvel at the golden ceilings and the impressive mosaics all around you. Let your art-historian guide lead you through renowned masterpieces of Renaissance and Neoclassic art. Be impressed by the harmonious 30-meters-high canopy and appreciate the expressive power and delicate beauty of Michelangelo's "Pietà".

   40 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

3. 3

   Vatican Grottoes

   Descend into the underground grottoes and visit St. Peter's tomb. Touch the ancient walls of the original 4th-century basilica and admire the beautiful frescoes.

   15 minutes•Entrée libre•Voir sur la carte

4. 4

   St. Peter's Basilica

   Then climb your way up to the top of the Dome by stairs. Enjoy a bird's-eye view over the marble floors and take an exclusive and close-up look at the mosaics of the dome. Climb even higher to find yourself at the top balcony and be amazed by the spectacular panorama over Rome and beyond. Spot the Colosseum, the Pantheon, Castel Sant'Angelo, and other iconic monuments from the height of 136 meters. Enjoy a breathtaking view of St. Peters Square and the Vatican gardens.

   25 minutes•Entrée incluse•Voir sur la carte

Point de rendez-vous

Meet your guide at Largo del Colonnato, 5, by the first columns of the Colonnade. Look for a yellow label with TOURIKS written on it. Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the starting time. The meeting point is outside the Basilica before entering St. Peter's square.

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Prise en charge

• Rendez-vous au point de départ pour tous

À savoir avant de partir

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Please note that you will be required to pass through metal detectors at the entrance of the square
• Wear comfortable walking shoes: a moderate amount of walking is involved
• Please be aware that the lines to clear security checks at the entrance of the square might take 15-120 minutes
• The dome's terrace might not be accessible during bad weather conditions. In that case, you can either ask for a partial refund and visit the Basilica and the grottoes or decide to cancel the tour for a full refund
• An appropriate dress-code is required in order to enter the churches: knees and shoulders should be covered
• The meeting point is outside the Basilica before entering St. Peter's square and the security checks
• Please note that this is not a skip-the-line tour
• St. Peter Basilica or its dome can be subject to partial unforeseen closures due to Vatican Administration
• Please provide the full names of all travellers when booking. The tickets are nominative, therefore, failure to present a voucher with all travellers' full names may result in denied entry
• Each traveller must present a valid passport or ID document that matches the same name provided at the time of booking for a successful entry
• PLEASE NOTE: In the event that the grottoes or certain areas of St. Peter’s Basilica are closed, your guide will adapt the itinerary by highlighting alternative sites and artworks within the basilica. As a result, the overall duration and quality of the tour will remain unchanged
• Pets are not allowed inside the Basilica
• The Dome climb is by stairs only; the elevator is not included in this tour
• Not recommended for travellers with claustrophobia
• Not recommended for travellers with vertigo
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking
• - Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes before the activity starts - The meeting point is outside the Basilica before entering St. Peter's square and the security checks - The dome's terrace might not be accessible during bad weather conditions. In that case, you can either ask for a partial refund and visit the Basilica and the grottoes or decide to cancel the tour for a full refund - An appropriate dress-code is required in order to enter the churches: knees and shoulders should be covered - Wear comfortable walking shoes: a moderate amount of walking is involved - Please be aware that the lines to clear security checks at the entrance of the square are not skippable and might take 15-120 minutes - Please note that you will be required to pass through metal detectors at the entrance of the square - For environmental reasons, it is preferable that you bring your own earphones (regular wired jack, no usb one, no bluetooth) and do not print your voucher. We will provide earphones in case you forget yours - We suggest you bring your own refillable bottle as you can find drinkable-water fountains everywhere in Rome - Please note that this tour does not skip the line

Annulation et remboursement

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• Annulé et intégralement remboursé si la météo l'exige