Start your day with a small group guided tour and explore the world’s most iconic Basilica in the peaceful morning hours. Discover the hidden wonders of one of Vatican City’s most extraordinary landmarks without the usual crowds.
Meet your expert guide, who will take you on a fascinating journey through St. Peter’s Basilica, its magnificent Square, Michelangelo’s stunning Pietà, the grand Baldacchino, the mysterious papal grottoes, and much more. Each step offers a chance to learn something new, capture beautiful photos, and create lasting memories.
Points forts
Ce qui est inclus
Professional art historian guide
guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica
Dome is included when choosing the option "with Dome"
Informations to climb the dome at the official price
Non inclus
Skip the line is not included
This tour does not include entry to the Vatican Museums or Sistine Chapel.
Itinéraire
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St. Peter's Square
start your visit with explanations on St. Peter's Square. Listen to the explanations on Bernini's colonnade
Join an expert guide for an unforgettable tour and explore the stunning artworks within. Admire the majestic Baldacchino, Michelangelo’s breathtaking Pietà, the intriguing papal grottoes, and many other incredible masterpieces.
You just have to reach the meeting point, Via del Mascherino, 20. You'll find our coordinator standing at this point wearing a blue/white jacket. Our coordinator will also be holding a blue flag that says "Once Upon A Time Tours". You just have to go up to them and they will check you in.
The tour concludes at the St. Peter's Basilica, the guide will leave you guys over there only and leave, and you guys can then stay inside the Basilica for as long as you wish.
À savoir avant de partir
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Please select the right option for the Dome climb or no Dome climb option
Possible Closures: St. Peter’s Basilica may close for Vatican events. If this happens, we will reschedule your visit as soon as possible
Dress code: knees and shoulders covered since it's a Holy place.
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking
Show your ticket (booking confirmation) to the guide to proceed with your check-in and start your visit.
PLEASE BE AT THE MEETING POINT AT LEAST 5 MINUTES BEFORE THE START TIME
Annulation et remboursement
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Si vous annulez
Remboursement
Au moins 1 jours avant
100 %
Entre 0 et 1 jours avant
0 %
Annulé et intégralement remboursé si la météo l'exige
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