Skip the Line St. Peters Basilica and Papal Tombs Entry Ticket
Overview
If you have limited time and want to avoid the long lines and explore the sites on your own, the St.Peters Basilica skip the line entry ticket is the perfect option for you.
St.Peter's Basilica public entrance is infamous for its incredibly long lines, which can be extremely frustrating especially if you have limited time. Thankfully, we have a solution! Our fast track tickets allow you to bypass the general admissions line and enter much quicker. This priority access ticket increases your time inside by eliminating all the needless waiting around outside.
If you choose the option to upgrade for a guided tour the duration is 1.5 hours, with a maximum group size of 20 persons. There are both options with and without the Dome access. If you have selected the Dome Included option, please allow an extra 30 minutes minimum after the tour has finished as you'll take the elevator to St. Peter’s Dome viewpoint.
What's Included
- Skip the line entrance to St. Peter's Basilica
- Access to the papal tombs (Vatican Grottoes)
- Access to St.Peter's Dome (if Option Selected) With Elevator
- Upgrade for guided tour with professional licensed guide if option selected
- Location Pick Up & Drop Off
- Scavi/Necropolis
- Please note that for the Basilica it is mandatory to provide the full name of each participant.
- Audio guide or guided tour (Unless option is selected)
Meeting Location
St. Peter's Square
Borgo Santo Spirito, Piazza Papa Pio XII, 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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St. Peter's Square
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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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please note that for the Basilica it is mandatory to provide the full name of each participant. Failure to do this could result in refused entry to the monument.
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- Knees & Shoulders MUST be covered for both men & women.
- All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
- Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with on an individual basis but are the responsibility of the monument.
- The exact timings and reservations can vary, dependent on the monument/attraction’s administration offices availability and decisions on the booking day and can be subject to last minute changes. Departure time can differ up to 20 minutes from your selected time.
- Please be advised capacity regulations and security may delay the tour departure this could also influence the smooth running of the tour especially on national holidays and events.
- Please note that for the Basilica it is mandatory to provide the full name of each participant. Failure to do this could result in refused entry to the monument.
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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).
- Skip the line entrance to St. Peter's Basilica.
- Access to the papal tombs (Vatican Grottoes).
- Access to St.Peter's Dome (if Option Selected) With Elevator.
- Upgrade for guided tour with professional licensed guide if option selected.
- Location Pick Up & Drop Off.
- Scavi/Necropolis.
- Please note that for the Basilica it is mandatory to provide the full name of each participant.
- Audio guide or guided tour (Unless option is selected).
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 Skip the Line St. Peters Basilica and Papal Tombs Entry Ticket is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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 Skip the Line St. Peters Basilica and Papal Tombs Entry Ticket 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
- Skip the line entrance to St. Peter's Basilica
- Access to the papal tombs (Vatican Grottoes)
- Access to St.Peter's Dome (if Option Selected) With Elevator
- Upgrade for guided tour with professional licensed guide if option selected
- Location Pick Up & Drop Off
- Scavi/Necropolis
- Please note that for the Basilica it is mandatory to provide the full name of each participant.
- Audio guide or guided tour (Unless option is selected)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Please note that for the Basilica it is mandatory to provide the full name of each participant. Failure to do this could result in refused entry to the monument.
- If you arrive late for the meeting time, it will not be possible to join the group or reschedule, unless you pay for the activity again. As per "No Show" rules you will not be entitled to a refund.
- Knees & Shoulders MUST be covered for both men & women.
- All visitors must pass through the monument/attraction security check please allow at least 20 minutes to clear security.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible
- Please be aware that large bags/backpacks/suitcases are not permitted in the monument/ attraction. Only very small bags are allowed. Please do not bring these items with you on the day of your tour as there are no cloakrooms at the monument.
- Cancellations, changes or issues due to weather, security and events held by the monument are beyond our control and are directly decided by their administration team. These issues will be reviewed by us and dealt with on an individual basis but are the responsibility of the monument.
- The exact timings and reservations can vary, dependent on the monument/attraction’s administration offices availability and decisions on the booking day and can be subject to last minute changes. Departure time can differ up to 20 minutes from your selected time.
- Please be advised capacity regulations and security may delay the tour departure this could also influence the smooth running of the tour especially on national holidays and events.
- Please note that for the Basilica it is mandatory to provide the full name of each participant. Failure to do this could result in refused entry to the monument.
