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Rome St. Peter’s Basilica, Pietà & Papal Tombs Tour

TourTruth score 8.4 out of 10

Very goodTop 8% in Rome

218 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Rome, Italy
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Explore St. Peter’s Square, admire Michelangelo’s Pietà, and discover the Papal Grottoes on a guided tour in Rome.

About this tour

Explore Rome’s St. Peter’s Basilica with a guide who brings its art, architecture, and history to life. Begin in St. Peter’s Square, taking in Bernini’s colonnades and the ancient obelisk before entering one of the city’s most celebrated landmarks. Inside, admire Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s monumental Baldachin, and the basilica’s richly decorated chapels as your guide shares stories of the artists and popes who shaped this extraordinary place. Continue beneath the church to the Papal Grottoes, where generations of popes are laid to rest, and learn about the traditions surrounding this historic crypt. This Rome St. Peter’s Basilica tour includes a guide and headsets to help you follow the commentary. Please note that airport-style security checks can take 10 to 120 minutes, and the Basilica may close for Vatican events. Entry to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and dome climb is not included. Join this Rome St. Peter’s Basilica tour for a closer look at the art and history at the heart of Vatican City.

Highlights

  • Admire Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s monumental Baldachin
  • Explore St. Peter’s Square and its iconic colonnades
  • Descend to the Papal Grottoes and discover centuries of history
  • Hear stories of the artists, popes, and events that shaped the basilica

What's included

Included

  • Guided tour with an official historian guide
  • Headsets
  • Visit to St. Peter’s Square
  • Visit to St. Peter’s Basilica
  • Visit to the Papal Grottoes

Not included

  • Dome climb with elevator
  • Skip-the-line option
  • Entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel

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Important information

  • Infants must sit on an adult’s lap
  • Shoulders and knees must be covered
  • Airport-style security checks are required and may take 10 to 120 minutes
  • St. Peter’s Basilica may close for Vatican events; visits will be rescheduled if possible
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  • If the underground is closed, the visit will be extended in the Basilica and St. Peter’s Square
  • The dome climb closes at 4:00 PM; the 3:00 PM tour does not include the option
  • For 8:30 AM and 12:30 PM tours, dome tickets may be purchased after the tour for €15, including elevator access
  • Meet the coordinator holding a red TIX & TOUR sign and have your voucher ready
  • Public transportation is available nearby

Frequently asked questions

Is entry to the Vatican Museums or Sistine Chapel included?

No. Entry to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel is not included.

Is the dome climb included?

No. The dome climb is excluded. For 8:30 AM and 12:30 PM tours, tickets may be purchased after the tour for €15, including elevator access; the 3:00 PM tour has no dome climb option.

What should I wear?

Cover your shoulders and knees to enter this religious site.

How long can security take?

Airport-style security checks may take 10 to 120 minutes, especially during peak hours.

What happens if the Basilica or underground is closed?

If the Basilica closes for a Vatican event, the visit will be rescheduled as soon as possible. If the underground is closed, the tour will spend more time in the Basilica and St. Peter’s Square.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.92 from 218 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 8.4. Top 8% in Rome means it ranks in the top 8% of tours in Rome by this score.

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