Guided Tour of St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Grottoes
Overview
Explore the iconic St. Peter’s Basilica with an expert guide, delving into its rich history and art. Marvel at Michelangelo’s Pietà, wander through the stunning central nave, and discover the serene Vatican Grottoes, where popes and saints rest. This 1.5-hour tour offers a profound yet accessible glimpse into one of the world's most significant religious sites without the need for a dome climb.
- Expert-led tour focusing on the art and history of St. Peter’s Basilica
- Admire the renowned Pietà by Michelangelo
- Visit the Vatican Grottoes, the burial site of popes and saints
- Ideal for those seeking an insightful Vatican experience
What's Included
- Radios with earpieces
- Tourist guide
- Dome tickets
Meeting Location
Largo del Colonnato
2, 00193 Roma RM, Vatican City
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza San Pietro
00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City
The tour will end inside St. Peter’s Basilica.
What To Expect
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St. Peter's Basilica
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Radios with earpieces.
- tourist guide.
- dome tickets.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Guided Tour of St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Grottoes is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Guided Tour of St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Grottoes will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Radios with earpieces
- Tourist guide
- Dome tickets
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
