About this experience
Enjoy a hassle-free visit to one of the most dynamic attractions of Rome with a fascinating self-guided audio tour on your smartphone and follow, at your own pace, the riveting background of St. Peter’s Basilica. Start your tour from the stunning St. Peter’s Square, outside the Basilica, and then continue to explore its interior and the mesmerizing decorations. Follow in the footsteps of erstwhile pilgrims to discover the holiest Cathedral of Christendom and let the beauty of its Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces unfold before your eyes! Before leaving this magnificent site, you will have the chance to explore the famed Vatican grottoes and admire the impressive tombs of more than a hundred popes, kings, and saints. This is an unmissable opportunity to experience at your own pace the religious and visual power of St. Peter’s Basilica with a captivating audio tour on your phone.
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr 30 min
What is included
- Αctivation link to access your audio tour
- Offline content with an offline interactive map to avoid roaming charges
- Self-guided audio tour for your smartphone (Android & iOS) in English
Not included
- Entrance fee to St. Peter’s Basilica
- Live Guide
- Smartphone or headphones
- Food and drinks
- Transportation
- Entrance tickets to museums, archaeological sites, or churches are not included
Itinerary and highlights
Enjoy a grand beginning at the impressive Piazza to marvel at Gian Lorenzo Bernini’s imposing design. As you admire the colossal collonades and the Egyptian obelisk, you’ll learn about the fascinating background of the Basilica and its transformations through the centuries.
Michelangelo’s Pietà
Throughout your walk, you’ll gaze in awe exquisite works of Renaissance art and architecture designed by Bramante, Giacomo Della Porta, and Maderno among many many others. One of the tour highlights will be, of course, the jewel of the Basilica, Michelangelo’s Pietà!
St. Peter's Statue:
Discover the Medieval bronze statue of St. Peter, a truly remarkable work of art that has been kissed and touched by millions of pilgrims during the Basilica’s long and exciting history.
St. Peter’s Baldachin:
Standing below the enormous dome of the church you’ll marvel at the monumental canopy that marks St Peter’s tomb. As you examine Bernini’s impressive creation, you’ll gain valuable insights into its religious symbolism and detailed motifs.
Vatican Grottoes
Your tour ends inside the vast underground graveyard, which is home to the tombs of the rich, the famous and the holy! Discover the stories of the powerful kings, queens, popes, and saints that rest in peace in the famed Vatican Grottoes.
Meeting and pickup information
- There is no meeting point. The tour is designed to start at St. Peter’s Square (Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City). The tour ends at the Vatican Grottoes below St. Peter’s Basilica. The easiest way to get there is by Metro (station Ottaviano-S. Pietro).
Languages and tickets
- German — Audio
- English — Audio
- French — Audio
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Clio Muse Tours
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please consider that admission fees for the St. Peter’s Basilica are not included.
- This is a downloadable self-guided audio tour for your smartphone (accessible through our app)
- No live guide or meeting point provided.
- You will receive an email from the local supplier with important audio instructions. on how to access and download your audio tour. Please check your email spam folder as well
- Book per device to be used, not per participant
- An Android (version 5.0 and later) or iOS smartphone is required. The audio tour is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 5/5C or older, iPod Touch 5th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Mini 1st generation
- You will need storage space on your phone (100-150 MB)
- Please note that your TripAdvisor - Viator Voucher is not your entry ticket. Admission fees are not included in this product
- Receive an email from the local supplier with important audio instructions. Check your spam folder as well.
- Keep in mind that internet access might be unavailable & mobile signal may be weak. So please download the mobile app and your audio tour on your smartphone prior to your visit in order to enjoy it offline
- Also, prior to your visit, make sure that your smartphone is fully charged & that you bring on a pair of earphones/headphones.
- Bookings received from 17.00 - 8.59 (Time in Greece) will be served from 9.00 and on
- Non refundable once activated
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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