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St. Peter's Basilica: Guided Tour + Vatican Grottoes Access

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St. Peter's Basilica: Guided Tour + Vatican Grottoes Access
St. Peter's Basilica: Guided Tour + Vatican Grottoes Access St. Peter's Basilica: Guided Tour + Vatican Grottoes Access St. Peter's Basilica: Guided Tour + Vatican Grottoes Access

Experience description

Visit St Peter's Basilica with the Vatican Grottoes tour. Begin by walking through the underground passages of St. Peter's Basilica, where many pontiffs are buried.



A guide shares stories about the history and significance of these areas. View various notable works of art in the grottoes.



Next, see the interior of St. Peter's Basilica, focusing on its architecture and Michelangelo's famous dome.



Note that the tour does not include access to the Dome, but this can be added for an extra fee.
Additional information
  • Live guide: english spanish
  • Duration: 2h
  • Smartphone ticket
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What is included

* All entrance fees

* Dedicated entry

* Live guide

* Guided tour

* Headset to hear the guide

What is not included

* Dome access

* Dome guided tour

* Tips
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5 Piazza Papa Pio XII
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