St. Peter's Basilica Entry with Audio Guide

Getting started

Begin your journey at St. Peter's Basilica by choosing between reserved entry or joining the regular public queue based on your ticket type. Present your voucher for access, where you'll receive instructions for using a digital audio guide and map, or opt for a printed guidebook if preferred. If you've selected a hosted tour or guided option, an English-speaking host will direct you to the appropriate entrance.

St. Peter's Basilica

Explore St. Peter’s Basilica at your leisure or with an English-speaking guide, depending on your chosen experience level.

Features

• Select between reserved entry, hosted direct access, or the public free queue for entering St. Peter's Basilica based on your ticket type.
• Discover key highlights such as Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s Baldacchino within the expansive nave and dome of the Basilica.
• Use a multilingual digital audio guide paired with a map featuring 27 points of interest to navigate and learn about art, chapels, and architectural details.
• Use an English-language printed or digital guidebook for insights into hidden features, local stories, and practical advice if you choose that option.
• Join a guided tour in English to delve deeper into the Basilica’s significance as a symbol of the Catholic Church when opting for this feature.

Papal Tombs

Explore the Papal Tombs, where numerous popes are interred, offering a reflective segment of your visit.

Features

• Incorporate access to the Papal Tombs with selected Basilica entry options, either guided or self-guided.
• Hear specialized audio commentary on the history and importance of this sacred space through your chosen tour variant.
• Move quietly on your own schedule among the tombs, or follow a guide who will highlight significant resting places and their historical roles within Church tradition.

Dome of St. Peter's Basilica

Climb Michelangelo’s Dome for stunning views over Vatican City and Rome with options that include both lift access and stair climbing.

Features

• Achieve the Dome terrace via elevator or climb approximately 300 to 320 steps, or opt for a staircase-only ascent of all 551 steps.
• Enjoy panoramic views from the summit over St. Peter’s Square and Rome's rooftops, appreciating the Basilica's grandeur and urban context.
• Schedule your reserved entry to the Dome separately by about 1 to 1.5 hours after entering the Basilica as indicated on your ticket.
• Use your audio guide or printed material for insights into the architectural design and Michelangelo’s contributions while exploring interior galleries and viewing platforms.

Vatican Museums

Select certain combo options to extend your exploration into the Vatican Museums prior to visiting St. Peter's Basilica.

Features

• Navigate through significant galleries showcasing papal art and artifacts with an English-speaking guide’s assistance.
• Explore renowned areas such as the lengthy painted corridors and major frescoed rooms, gaining insights into their historical narratives from your guide.
• Follow a selected path complemented by expert commentary to prepare for encountering art and symbolism in both the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica.

Sistine Chapel

Conclude your Museums tour within the iconic Sistine Chapel on eligible combo options.

Features

• Enter with an English-speaking guide who will offer explanations outside to maintain silence inside, allowing you to appreciate Michelangelo's ceiling frescoes and other Renaissance masterpieces in peace.
• In certain combo options, access St. Peter’s Basilica through a special passage from the Sistine Chapel, bypassing main square queues for convenience.