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Rome St. Peter's Basilica and Papal Tombs Tour 90 min

TourTruth score 6.8 out of 10

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  • Rome, Italy
  • 1 hr 30 min
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore St. Peter's Basilica and the Papal Tombs with a guide, taking in Renaissance art, Bernini's Baldachin, and Michelangelo's Pietà.

About this tour

Discover the art, architecture, and history of Rome on a guided visit to St. Peter's Basilica and the Papal Tombs. At the meeting point, your guide introduces Vatican City and the basilica before you take in its grand exterior and learn how this Renaissance landmark was designed and built.

Pass through the bronze doors into the vast nave, where colossal statues, intricate mosaics, and Bernini's celebrated Baldachin reveal the scale and artistry of the interior. See Michelangelo's Pietà and hear about the artist and the emotion captured in the sculpture. The tour also includes a guided visit to the Papal Tombs, with historical context and stories that bring the sites to life. A limited group size allows for a more personal, interactive experience.

Meet at Piazza Risorgimento 20 minutes early and look for the orange Viva Roma Tours flag. Choose this Rome St. Peter's Basilica and Papal Tombs Tour for a thoughtful introduction to some of the city's most significant religious and artistic landmarks.

Highlights

  • Admire the Renaissance design and symbolic details of St. Peter's Basilica
  • Explore the basilica's nave, mosaics, statues, and Bernini's Baldachin
  • See Michelangelo's Pietà and hear the story behind the sculpture
  • Visit the Papal Tombs with a knowledgeable guide

What's included

Included

  • Professional tour guide
  • Guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and the Papal Tombs
  • Admission to the Papal Tombs
  • Admission to St. Peter's Square

Not included

  • Admission to other attractions
  • Alcohol and drugs

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Important information

  • Meet at Piazza Risorgimento 20 minutes before departure; look for the orange Viva Roma Tours flag
  • Shorts, short skirts, and see-through clothing are not permitted
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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  • Public transportation is available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.33 from 6 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.8.

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