Vatican: St. Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour
Overview
About
Meet your guide at the designated meeting point, located in front of the main entrance of St. Peter's Basilica in St. Peter's Square.
What you'll do
What is included?
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
What is not included?
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- For the verification process, you must present a valid passport or identification during the activity.
- This activity does NOT include skip-the-line access. All guests are required to undergo airport-style security. During high season the wait may be up to 2 hours.
- Queues are expected during the Jubilee due to the high number of visitors.
- Late arrivals will neither be accommodated nor refunded.
- Wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees, if your clothing does not comply with the rules, you may be denied entry
- Some parts might not be accessible & are subject to unexpected closures until further notice due site’s restrictions
- A number of services are suspended during the Jubilee: there is no cloakroom, only a place to leave pushchairs.
- *What to bring:* Passport or ID card (mandatory), Comfortable shoes, Weather-appropriate clothing
- *Not allowed:* Shorts, Baby strollers, Luggage or large bags, Short skirts, Sleeveless shirts, Backpacks, Umbrellas, Tripod, Animals, Potentially dangerous objects
- The St. Peter’s Dome, Papal Tombs, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Vatican Necropoli are excluded
- *Not suitable for:* Wheelchair users, People with mobility impairments
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Meet your host
Itinerary
Rome Museum & Gallery Visits Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Vatican: St. Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour in Rome, Italy. This museum & gallery visits experience includes 1 stops over 1 day. Duration: 1 hours. Activity level: Moderate.
Here is the starting point
St. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Basilica, located in Vatican City, is one of the most iconic and revered churches in the world. Designed by renowned architects like Michelangelo and Bramante, the basilica is celebrated for its breathtaking Renaissance architecture, including the famous dome. It is built over the tomb of St. Peter, one of Jesus' apostles, and serves as a major pilgrimage destination. With its remarkable artwork, historic significance, and spiritual importance, St. Peter's Basilica stands as a symbol of the Catholic faith.
This concludes the tour.
