St Peter's Basilica Underground Tour with Dome Climb
Overview
Uncover the secrets of the Vatican like never before on this unique guided tour that takes you from the depths of St. Peter’s tomb to the heights of its magnificent dome.
Begin your journey in the heart of St. Peter’s Square, where your expert guide will bring the stories of Vatican City to life. Step inside St. Peter’s Basilica to admire masterpieces like Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s towering Baldacchino, as you explore the most important church in Christendom.
Then, descend into the Vatican Grottoes, the sacred resting place of popes and saints, and stand near the spot believed to hold the bones of St. Peter himself.
Finally, climb the iconic dome—Rome’s tallest point—for jaw-dropping, panoramic views over the Eternal City and the Vatican Gardens.
This experience is a perfect blend of history, art, faith, and adventure. Don’t just visit St. Peter’s—experience it fully, from underground to sky-high. Book now for an unforgettable Vatican journey!
What's Included
- Cupola/Dome climb to the top balcony (ticket included)
- St Peter’s Basilica (including Pietà, the Baldacchino)
- St Peter’s Square access.
- Headsets for clear audio
- Vatican Grottoes with St Peter’s tomb.
- Expert art-historian guide
- Everything except what is mentioned is excluded.
Meeting Location
Piazza della Città Leonina
2, 00193 Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza San Pietro
00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City
your guide will end the tour. your tour can end anywhere in basilica OR DOME it depends on the guide.
What To Expect
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St. Peter's Basilica
2 hours 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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).
- Cupola/Dome climb to the top balcony (ticket included).
- St Peter’s Basilica (including Pietà, the Baldacchino).
- St Peter’s Square access.
- Headsets for clear audio.
- Vatican Grottoes with St Peter’s tomb.
- Expert art-historian guide.
- Everything except what is mentioned is excluded.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 1. 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 Underground Tour with Dome Climb 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 St Peter’s Basilica Underground Tour with Dome Climb 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
- Cupola/Dome climb to the top balcony (ticket included)
- St Peter’s Basilica (including Pietà, the Baldacchino)
- St Peter’s Square access.
- Headsets for clear audio
- Vatican Grottoes with St Peter’s tomb.
- Expert art-historian guide
- Everything except what is mentioned is excluded.
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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
