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St. Peter’s Basilica Skip-the-Line Entry

About this experience

Experience the beauty of St. Peter’s Basilica with reserved entry, a digital audioguide, and the option to climb the famous Dome.

Meet our staff at Via Vespasiano 71 30 minutes before your scheduled time. Receive your ticket by email and clear entrance instructions.

Explore the Basilica at your own pace with your audioguide. Admire Michelangelo’s Dome, Bernini’s Baldachin, the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, and other masterpieces.

Choose the Dome Climb by elevator or stairs and enjoy breathtaking views over Rome and Vatican City. The elevator option still requires a final section of stairs.

This is a shared, self-guided experience.

Please note: Mandatory Vatican security checks are required before entering the Basilica

At a glance

  • Duration: 2 hr–3 hr

What is included

  • Digital audioguide in 9 languages
  • Optional Dome Climb by elevator or stairs
  • Explore the Basilica independently at your own pace
  • Admire masterpieces by Michelangelo and Bernini
  • Skip-the-Line reserved entry to St. Peter’s Basilica

Not included

  • Food and Beverage
  • Transport to Meeting Point
  • Live Tour Guide

Itinerary and highlights

St. Peter's Basilica
Visit, Walk, Self-guided tour (2h)

Meeting and pickup information

  • Please, be at the office (Via Vespasiano 71) 30 minutes before to collect your ticket. Carry your ID on you. DRESS CODE: shoulders and knees have to be covered. All visitors must pass through airport-style security.

Languages and tickets

  • German — Audio
  • zh-TW — Audio
  • Portuguese — Audio
  • English — Audio
  • Italian — Audio
  • pl — Audio
  • French — Audio
  • ro — Audio
  • Spanish — Audio
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Art Ticket & Tour

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • It is very important to bring the headphones that are compatible with your phone. When booking the tickets, please make sure to provide the correct email address and phone number.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Available tour options

  • Duration: 2 hours

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