Rome: St. Peter's Basilica & Papal Tombs Guided Tour

Meet your guide in St. Peter’s Square then start the tour by climbing to the top of the Basilica’s dome. Enjoy panoramic views across the city.

Enter the Basilica where you will discover the beautiful artworks, let the guide take you through the main highlights. Gaze at the colorful marble, golden ceilings, and intricate mosaics that surround you, You will discover the incredible Papal Altar under Bernini's Baldachin, and marvel at Michelangelo's other timeless masterpiece, La Pietà, as you explore the most important church in the Christian world.

Next, head underground to the Basilica’s historic grottoes and visit St. Peter’s Tomb. where you can see hundreds of popes and members of royalty have been buried since the 11th century. Touch the ancient walls of the original 4th-century Basilica and admire its beautiful frescoes. Finish the tour in St. Peter’s Square.