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St. Peter's Basilica Dome, Basilica & Underground Grottoes Tour
Rome,
Italy
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Overview
Duration
3h
Languages
English
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
Climb to the top of the highest point in the Vatican City, the dome of St. Peter’s Basilica, and get panoramic views over historic Rome and the Vatican state from this Renaissance masterpiece. Along with getting fast access inside the basilica after your ascent, you can experience and explore the basilica treasures and the Vatican Crypts with your expert English-speaking guide.
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Important info
Public transportation options are available nearby. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness. Not recommended for those who suffer from claustrophobia and/or vertigo. Please note that the dome’s elevator only takes you to the first terrace. In order to climb to the top of the dome you will have to use stairs (320 steps). Please allow yourself approximately 20 extra minutes if you wish to climb up to the dome of St Peters from there.. We may experience delays in getting through mandatory security checks when entering these venues. Only small bags are allowed . Tickets for the dome cannot be pre-bought. The group will have to queue for the guide to acquire them on the day of the tour.
What's included
Entrance into St. Peter’s Basilica & Underground Crypts with the Pope Tombs. Entrance into St. Peter’s Dome by lift. Headsets when appropriate. Expert, English-speaking tour guide
What's not included
Food and Drinks. Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
City Wonders Ltd
Meeting Point
Meet at Piazza della Città Leonina, near the arches, where the square meets via di Porta Angelica. Facing the Arches, our meeting point is located at the corner of the square, on the left-hand side, next to the kiosk stand.