Rome: St. Peter’s Basilica & Underground Tombs Tour
Overview
Join a fascinating journey that begins in St. Peter's Square, where you can admire the architectural wonders that reveal themselves to your sight. Explore the optical effects created by the genius designer, Bernini. As you enter the Basilica, get ready to be amazed by its splendor. Observe the detailed mosaics that cover you, and learn why it took 150 years to reconstruct this emblematic building.
With your expert guide, walk by famous masterpieces of Renaissance and Neoclassical art. Gaze at the majestic 98.5-foot high canopy, appreciating the expressive force and delicate beauty embodied in Michelangelo's "Pietà."
Finish your enriching tour by going down to the underground grottoes, where you'll find St. Peter's tomb. As you touch the ancient walls of the original 4th-century Basilica, enjoy the beauty of the frescoes inside, a witness to the lasting history and artistry that characterizes this sacred space.
What's Included
- Headsets: Ensure clear communication for an immersive experience.
- Obelisk Viewing: Admire the ancient Egyptian Obelisk in the heart of the square.
- St. Peter's Square: Discover the grandeur of this iconic Vatican landmark.
- St. Peter's Basilica: Immerse yourself in the opulent interiors and significant artworks.
- Papal Grottoes: Descend into the crypt beneath the Basilica, uncovering centuries of history.
- Official Guide Historian Expert: Learn from an accredited historian's expertise.
- Guided Tour: Explore with a knowledgeable guide leading the way.
- Tickets for the dome climb (elevator access)
- Skip-the-line option
Meeting Location
Largo del Colonnato
5, 00193 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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St. Peter's Square
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. Peter's Basilica
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
The Vatican Grottoes
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. Peter's Basilica
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please Note: The site can become very crowded at certain times of the day. Visitors should expect potentially long queues, as this experience does not include skip-the-line access. Travelers with health concerns related to standing for extended periods or being in crowded areas should take this into consideration.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- "Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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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).
- Headsets: Ensure clear communication for an immersive experience.
- Obelisk Viewing: Admire the ancient Egyptian Obelisk in the heart of the square.
- St. Peter's Square: Discover the grandeur of this iconic Vatican landmark.
- St. Peter's Basilica: Immerse yourself in the opulent interiors and significant artworks.
- Papal Grottoes: Descend into the crypt beneath the Basilica, uncovering centuries of history.
- Official Guide Historian Expert: Learn from an accredited historian's expertise.
- Guided Tour: Explore with a knowledgeable guide leading the way.
- Tickets for the dome climb (elevator access).
- Skip-the-line option.
The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Rome: St. Peter’s Basilica & Underground Tombs Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please Note: The site can become very crowded at certain times of the day. Visitors should expect potentially long queues, as this experience does not include skip-the-line access. Travelers with health concerns related to standing for extended periods or being in crowded areas should take this into consideration.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rome: St. Peter’s Basilica & Underground Tombs Tour 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
- Headsets: Ensure clear communication for an immersive experience.
- Obelisk Viewing: Admire the ancient Egyptian Obelisk in the heart of the square.
- St. Peter's Square: Discover the grandeur of this iconic Vatican landmark.
- St. Peter's Basilica: Immerse yourself in the opulent interiors and significant artworks.
- Papal Grottoes: Descend into the crypt beneath the Basilica, uncovering centuries of history.
- Official Guide Historian Expert: Learn from an accredited historian's expertise.
- Guided Tour: Explore with a knowledgeable guide leading the way.
- Tickets for the dome climb (elevator access)
- Skip-the-line option
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Please Note: The site can become very crowded at certain times of the day. Visitors should expect potentially long queues, as this experience does not include skip-the-line access. Travelers with health concerns related to standing for extended periods or being in crowded areas should take this into consideration.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- "Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
