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Stop At: St. Peter's Square (Piazza San Pietro), Vatican City Italy

Meet your expert Vatican tour guide on the threshold of St. Peter's Square and make your way across marble paving to the steps which wind up and around the dome. There are 551 in total so of course this is too much exertion for most. We take the elevator part of the way which cuts the step count by a sizable 171, leaving 380.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: St. Peter's Basilica, Piazza di San Pietro, 00120 Vatican City Italy

From St. Peter's Square, enter the passageways which lead up to the top of Michelangelo's magnificent dome for superb views of the Vatican City and Rome.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: St. Peter's Basilica, Piazza di San Pietro, 00120 Vatican City Italy

A fully guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica follows your dome climb. It's one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and it will leave a profound impression upon your soul.

Duration: 45 minutes

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Included

Michelangelo's Dome / Terrace of St. Peter
Comprehensive tour of St. Peter's Basilica
Rarely accessed Papal Crypts and Vatacombs
Professional Art Historian guide
Absolutely inclusive tour of entire St. Peter's and Dome!
Entry/Admission - St. Peter's Basilica

Not included

"Scavi" - believed to be the resting place of St. Peter.
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
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
On days immediately surrounding religious holidays at the Vatican, alterations to tours may become necessary due to partial closings of areas normally included in this tour. In the event that the Papal tombs beneath St. Peter's Basilica are closed, the tour of the Basilica itself will be extended and no refunds made
Dome Climb is a moderate+ exertion activity undertaken in a short space of time. Please be aware of this before you book
Bring a small bottle of water with you for Dome Climb
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Features

Tourism

60%

Cultural

25%

Sport

20%

Reviews

4.7

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David D

5 | 2019-07-03

My husband and I booked this tour before leaving the states. I'm glad we did! The best tour guides not only know the details, they have the dramatic approach that keeps things interesting. "Claire", who has a much cooler name than Claire, but calls herself that for those of us who forget her real name, was that person for us. This tour takes you from an elevator ride, to the steps that take you within the dome of St Peter's. From the very top, overlooking Rome, to the bottom Vatacombs/catacombs. We learned a lot and enjoyed ourselves. For those afraid of heights, which I am, it's enclosed and there are ways to see the top by sitting back a little further. Trust me, if I did it, you can too. WORTH IT! (Upon entrance to the main square, you will need your passport for clearance. If you have an early tour, the line was quick. As we left, there were hundreds in line)

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