Rome: Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica with Dome Climb

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Rome: Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica with Dome Climb
4.5754385 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.5754385 out of 5 stars
5985 reviews

Discover St. Peter's Basilica on a guided tour with a professional art historian. Climb to the top of St. Peter's Dome and admire the remarkable views of Rome.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 2 days in advance for a full refund
Duration 1 - 2 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
Italian, German, Spanish, English, French, Portuguese
Private or small groups available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Henry – United States

Valentine was an excellent guide. He provided a lot of great history and insight, and he had some good jokes too. There was a bit of a wait to climb the Basilica but not too bad. The view at the top was interesting but honestly the Basilica climb in Florence led to an even better view though it was harder. I would definitely recommend touring the Basilica when in Rome, it’s a spectacular place.

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Susan – United States

This tour was very helpful to learn many historical facts that were unbeknownst to me and my family! It was such a beautiful view and the dome was by far the most extraordinary thing I did. Ufff amazing !!!!

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    3 starting location options:

    St. Peter's Gallery, Largo del Colonnato, 5, Largo del Colonnato, 5

  • Timeline stop icon

    Saint Peter's Square

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing (20 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    St. Peter's Basilica

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)

  • Timeline stop icon

    St Peter's Basilica Dome

    Photo stop, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk (40 minutes)

  • 2 drop-off locations:

    Saint Peter’s Basilica, St. Peter's Basilica

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Explore St. Peter's Basilica with an art historian guide
  • Climb the stairs to the top of St. Peter's Dome
  • Admire the mosaics of the Dome up close
  • Enjoy stunning views of St. Peter's Square and Rome from a height of 136 meters
  • View the Basilica's array of impressive marble, ceilings, and mosaics

Full description

Join a private or shared guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and experience this iconic attraction. Marvel at the magnificent interior of the Basilica and learn why the church took 150 years to rebuild. Discover the colorful marbles, golden ceilings, and the impressive Michelangelo's Pietà while your guide shares stories about the history of this Renaissance-style church.

Take the elevator with your guide up to half the height towards the top of the Dome. Then take the steps and continue your climb to the the viewing deck at the very top. First contemplate the interior mosaics of the dome close up, then marvel at the striking views of St. Peter's Square and the Vatican Gardens from above. Admire Rome from a height of 136 meters, and spot the Colosseum, the Pantheon, Castel Sant'Angelo, and other historic sites.

PLEASE NOTE: In the event that 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

Includes

  • Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and Dome
  • Professional art historian guide
  • Entry fees to the dome by elevator
  • Sterilized headsets
  • Vatican Museums
  • Sistine Chapel
  • Skip-the-line entry (unless option selected)

Not suitable for

  • People with back problems
  • People with claustrophobia
  • Wheelchair users
  • People with vertigo

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Long-sleeved shirt

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Shorts
  • Weapons or sharp objects
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Short skirts
  • Sleeveless shirts

Know before you go

  • PLEASE NOTE: In the event that certain areas of St. Peter’s Basilica are closed, your guide will adapt the itinerary by highlighting alternative sites within the basilica. As a result, the overall duration will remain unchanged
  • 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
  • The Dome's terrace might not be accessible during bad weather. In such cases, you can ask for a partial refund and visit the other areas, or cancel for a full refund
  • St. Peter Basilica can be subject to partial unforeseen closures due to Vatican Administration
  • Please take into consideration that the lines to clear security checks at the entrance are not skippable and may take 15 to 120 minutes. There may also be lines for the elevator

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 5985 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    2.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.2/5

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Henry – United StatesMay 7, 2025 – Verified booking
Valentine was an excellent guide. He provided a lot of great history and insight, and he had some good jokes too. There was a bit of a wait to climb the Basilica but not too bad. The view at the top was interesting but honestly the Basilica climb in Florence led to an even better view though it was harder. I would definitely recommend touring the Basilica when in Rome, it’s a spectacular place.
S
Susan – United StatesApril 23, 2025 – Verified booking
This tour was very helpful to learn many historical facts that were unbeknownst to me and my family! It was such a beautiful view and the dome was by far the most extraordinary thing I did. Ufff amazing !!!!
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AUSRA – LithuaniaJanuary 19, 2025 – Verified booking
Everything was fantastic! Our guide was absolutely amazing—it’s a pity I can’t remember her name, perhaps it was Tin. The stories she shared were incredibly interesting and engaging, and she made sure to pay attention to everyone. Thank you so much!

Product ID: 400325

Activity provider:Touriks

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