St Peter's Basilica and Papal Tombs tour, optional Dome
Overview
Discover St. Peter’s Basilica with priority access & an expert guide, visit the Papal tombs including the Tomb of St. Peters & enjoy an Optional Dome Climb if option selected.
Inside, admire masterpieces like Michelangelo’s Pietà scuplted when he was only 24 years old, learn from your guide about Bernini’s towering bronze canopy and the baroque majesty "Catedra of St. Peter" while your expert guide brings centuries of history to life. Descend into the Papal Crypts to visit the tomb of Saint Peter and tombs of generations of Popes.
For those who wish, the experience continues with an optional climb to the Dome. Take the elevator partway, then ascend 320 steps to reach the summit and enjoy an unforgettable 360° panoramic view of the Vatican city and of Rome.
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What's Included
- Headsets for a group of 5 people or more
- Tickets for elevator to St. Peter's Dome (if option selected)
- Live Tour Guide
- Food and drinks
Meeting Location
Via Vespasiano
28, 00192 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.
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St. Peter's Basilica
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Vatican Grottoes
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
St. Peter's Square
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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 for a group of 5 people or more.
- Tickets for elevator to St. Peter's Dome (if option selected).
- Live Tour Guide.
- Food and drinks.
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.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the St Peter's Basilica and Papal Tombs tour, optional Dome is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for St Peter’s Basilica and Papal Tombs tour, optional Dome 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 for a group of 5 people or more
- Tickets for elevator to St. Peter's Dome (if option selected)
- Live Tour Guide
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
