Vatican Museums & Saint Peter

St. Peter’s Basilica Tour with Private Guide

Discover the wonders of St. Peter’s on a fascinating guided tour of the Vatican’s monumental complex, including St. Peter’s Square, Bernini’s majestic Colonnade and the breathtaking Basilica, home to priceless works of art and centuries of history.

TOUR DETAILS
Private Tour: St. Peter’s Basilica.
DURATION: about 3 hours
LANGUAGE: English
PRICE INCLUDES: private guide (3 hours), entrance tickets with pre-reservation (no queue) to Castel Sant’Angelo, guided tour St. Peter’s Square (entry into the Basilica is not included).
AVAILABILITY: available Monday through Saturday, excluding Mass times. Tours are not available during religious services or special liturgical celebrations.
STARTING TIME: this tour can start from 9.00 am to 3.00 pm.

CHILDREN: children under the age of 4 are allowed on the tour for free and do not need any reservation. Children from 4 years up to the age of 18 participate in the tour paying a reduced rate. (Identity document required).

TOUR ITINERARY

The tour begins outside St. Peter’s Basilica, where your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point. Full meeting point details will be provided in your confirmation voucher.
Explore the heart of Christianity and discover the artistic and architectural masterpieces created by renowned artists such as Michelangelo and Gian Lorenzo Bernini. Admire the magnificent colonnade of St. Peter’s Square, Michelangelo’s celebrated Pietà, the awe-inspiring dome designed by the great master, and the breathtaking interior of St. Peter’s Basilica.

Our Guides
All Italy Travels guides are officially licensed by the Province of Rome and selected for their extensive experience, professionalism, and outstanding knowledge of the city’s history and artistic heritage.
Many of our guides are art historians, archaeologists, and university lecturers, ensuring engaging, informative, and memorable tours. Our commitment is to provide every guest with the highest level of service by working with some of the finest guides in Rome.

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This tour is available in: Italian, English, French, Spanish and German.
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Italy Travels guides are licensed tour guides, selected for their experience, expertise, and ability to provide excellent service. Many are art historians or art educators, united by a deep knowledge of Rome’s cultural heritage and a passion for sharing it.

To ensure a seamless experience without wait times, our private tours that include museum admission feature pre-booked tickets whenever possible.

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