Rome: St. Peter's Basilica & Dome Entry Ticket with Audio Guide
Overview
Explore St. Peter's Basilica and Dome like never before, from 136 meters up. Take in Rome's views from high up on a self-guided tour.
Situated in Vatican City, St. Peter's Basilica stands as a symbol of both long-standing religious importance and exceptional architectural ingenuity. Initially ordered by Pope Julius II during the 16th century, this grandiose basilica was constructed on the presumed location of Saint Peter's burial ground.
First, climb the dome, and get a close look at the interior mosaics while your audio guide tells you about the church's history. Be amazed by the panoramic views of St Peter's Square and the Vatican Gardens.
After descending from the dome, admire Michelangelo's Pietà, Bernini's Baldacchino, and the final resting places of St Peter and other popes. Using a digital map and 27 designated listening points, the audio tour will lead you on a journey through the basilica's key highlights. Explore the detailed mosaics that grace the interior walls.
What's Included
- 10% discount at the Mondo Cattolico store
- Assistance at the meeting point
- Entry ticket to the Dome of St. Peter's Basilica
- Multilingual audio commentary: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Polish, Japanese
- Digital map of the Vatican area with highlights
- Audio guide of St. Peter's Basilica
- Audio guide of St. Peter's Basilica Dome
- Skip-the-line access
- Headphones and mobile device (please bring your own)
- Guided Tour
- Live tour guide
Meeting Location
St. Peter's Basilica
Piazza San Pietro, Vatican City 00120, 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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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 pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Scan the QR code on your voucher to check in for your trip and to find all your essential travel information.
- Please note the elevator will take you to the first level of the Dome. To reach the top you will need to climb 300 steps (if option is selected).
- The full climb without an elevator ride is 551 steps (if option is selected).
- This experience is not recommended for children under 7 years and adults over 75 years or people with claustrophobia, vertigo or limited mobility.
- Entry to the Vatican is subject to a strict dress code. Please make sure your shoulders and knees are covered. Low-cut or sleeveless tops or shorts are not allowed for men or women.
- Entry to the Vatican requires a security check. During high seasons, queues for security checks may take up to 150 minutes.
- The experience includes two in-app digital audio tours: download these prior to arrival by scanning the QR code on your voucher.
- This is an assisted entry for a self-guided audio tour and security lines are unavoidable
- Meet a VoxCity staff member at Borgo Santo Spirito 17, the Cafe 'Al San Michele'. Please arrive 10 minutes early and have your ticket and audio guide app downloaded in advance.
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- 10% discount at the Mondo Cattolico store.
- Assistance at the meeting point.
- Entry ticket to the Dome of St. Peter's Basilica.
- Multilingual audio commentary: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Polish, Japanese.
- Digital map of the Vatican area with highlights.
- Audio guide of St. Peter's Basilica.
- Audio guide of St. Peter's Basilica Dome.
- Skip-the-line access.
- Headphones and mobile device (please bring your own).
- Guided Tour.
- Live tour guide.
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..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Rome: St. Peter's Basilica & Dome Entry Ticket with Audio Guide is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- 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 Rome: St. Peter’s Basilica & Dome Entry Ticket with Audio Guide 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.
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Oct 2026What's Included
- 10% discount at the Mondo Cattolico store
- Assistance at the meeting point
- Entry ticket to the Dome of St. Peter's Basilica
- Multilingual audio commentary: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Polish, Japanese
- Digital map of the Vatican area with highlights
- Audio guide of St. Peter's Basilica
- Audio guide of St. Peter's Basilica Dome
- Skip-the-line access
- Headphones and mobile device (please bring your own)
- Guided Tour
- Live tour guide
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 pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Scan the QR code on your voucher to check in for your trip and to find all your essential travel information.
- Please note the elevator will take you to the first level of the Dome. To reach the top you will need to climb 300 steps (if option is selected).
- The full climb without an elevator ride is 551 steps (if option is selected).
- This experience is not recommended for children under 7 years and adults over 75 years or people with claustrophobia, vertigo or limited mobility.
- Entry to the Vatican is subject to a strict dress code. Please make sure your shoulders and knees are covered. Low-cut or sleeveless tops or shorts are not allowed for men or women.
- Entry to the Vatican requires a security check. During high seasons, queues for security checks may take up to 150 minutes.
- The experience includes two in-app digital audio tours: download these prior to arrival by scanning the QR code on your voucher.
- This is an assisted entry for a self-guided audio tour and security lines are unavoidable
- Meet a VoxCity staff member at Borgo Santo Spirito 17, the Cafe 'Al San Michele'. Please arrive 10 minutes early and have your ticket and audio guide app downloaded in advance.
