St. Peter Basilica tour with Dome Climb

Enjoy the most complete guided tour of the largest Basilica in the world. Combine a quality-guided experience of St. Peter’s Square and Basilica with a climb to the top of the Dome for the best panoramic view of Rome. Choose a small-group tour and be impressed by these art & architecture masterpieces.

Highlights

• Climb to the top of the Dome to own a bird’s eye view of Rome
• Get an exclusive close look at the mosaics from the dome’s heights
• Enjoy detailed information from your professional guide

About

Meet your guide in St. Peter’s Square and start your tour climbing your way up to the top of the dome of the Basilica. Enjoy a bird’s-eye view over the marble floor and get the chance to take an exclusively close look at the mosaics of the dome.

Go even higher to find yourself at the top balcony and be amazed by the spectacular panorama over Rome and beyond it. From the height of 136 meters, spot the Colosseum, the Pantheon, Castel Sant’Angelo, and other iconic monuments and see the boundaries of the Vatican State. Take delight in a breathtaking view of St. Peters Square and the Vatican gardens.

Descend directly into the Basilica and avoid the long lines at its entrance. Be humbled by its magnificence and understand why it took 150 years to rebuild. Marvel at colorful marbles, golden ceilings, and impressive mosaics all around you.

Get guided through renowned works of Renaissance and Neoclassic art by Canova and Bernini among others. Be impressed by the harmonious 30-meters-high canopy and discover its connection with the Pantheon. Get emotional in front of the Pietà of Michelangelo and appreciate its expressive power and delicate beauty.

Finish your tour in St. Peters Square and perceive the all-embracing character and purpose of its majestic architecture. Understand the game of visual effects as were thought by its designer, Bernini, and find the two “special” spots in the square.

Important information

• Please arrive at the meeting point 20 minutes before the scheduled starting time
• The meeting point is outside the Basilica before entering St. Peter’s square and the security checks
• The dome’s terrace might not be accessible during bad weather conditions. In that case, you can either ask for a partial refund and visit the Basilica and the grottoes or decide to cancel the tour for a full refund
• An appropriate dress code is required in order to enter the churches: knees and shoulders should be covered
• Wear comfortable walking shoes: a moderate amount of walking is involved
• Please be aware that the lines to clear security checks at the entrance of the square are not skippable and might take 5-45 minutes
• Please note that you will be required to pass through metal detectors at the entrance of the square
• For environmental reasons, it is preferable that you bring your own earphones and do not print your voucher. We will provide earphones in case you forget yours
• We suggest you do not trash your empty bottle of water since you can refill it everywhere in Rome for free

Meeting point

Meet your guide in Largo del Colonnato 5. Look for the yellow label with the TOURIKS logo on it. Please arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled start time. The meeting point is outside the Basilica before entering St. Peter’s square and the security checks. Do not go through the metal detectors before meeting the guide.

Cancellation Policy

• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the starting time of the experience
• Full refunds are not possible for cancellations made after the 24 hours
• Amendments are not allowed after 24 hours and are always subject to availability and price changes
• No refunds in case of no-show on the part of the customer
• If the tour is canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or a full refund
• If the tour is canceled due to COVID-19 issues, Touriks grants a full refund (not vouchers)