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Vatican City St. Peter's Basilica Private Tour 90 min

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

Explore St. Peter's Basilica with a private licensed guide, admiring Michelangelo's Pietà, Bernini's Baldachin, and its magnificent mosaics.

About this tour

Explore the artistic and spiritual heart of Vatican City on a private St. Peter's Basilica tour led by a licensed guide. With 90 minutes to take in its remarkable spaces, you can focus on the details that interest you and ask questions along the way.

Admire Michelangelo's Pietà, Bernini's grand Baldachin, the Papal Altar, and the basilica's magnificent mosaics. As you move through this celebrated Renaissance and Baroque landmark, your guide shares stories of the Popes and artists who shaped its history. A private format offers a more personal way to experience St. Peter's Basilica than a large group visit, with your guide's attention throughout.

Meet at Bar Ottagono in the center of the square 15 minutes before the tour. Discover the history, art, and architecture that make this Vatican City St. Peter's Basilica tour memorable, and enjoy a closer look at one of the world's great churches.

Highlights

  • Admire Michelangelo's Pietà and Bernini's Baldachin
  • Explore the basilica with a private licensed guide
  • Discover Renaissance and Baroque art, mosaics, and architecture
  • Learn about the basilica, the Popes, and its artists

What's included

Included

  • VAT
  • Entrance fee
  • Headsets when required
  • Private licensed guide

Not included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch

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Important information

  • Meet your guide at Bar Ottagono in the center of the square 15 minutes before the tour
  • Wheelchair accessible; transportation options and nearby public transportation are available
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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