2 in 1 Vatican Dome Climb & Street Food Walk
2 in 1 Vatican Dome Climb & Street Food Walk
First steps up to the top of Michelangelo's dome begin on the marble paving stones of St. Peter's Square. There are 551 steps in total so we take the elevator part way which cuts the count to an easier 380.
We take our time and enjoy plenty of staircase breaks! Post-dome and the remarkable views therefrom, rest awhile before entering St. Peter's Basilica, where Bernini's sculptures and Michelangelo's art rise above Holy Papal tombs and the perceived necropolis of St.
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St. Peter's Square
Meet your expert Vatican tour guide on the threshold of St. Peter's Square and make your way across marble paving to the steps which wind up and around the dome. There are 551 in total so of course this is too much exertion for most. We take the elevator part of the way which cuts the step count by a sizable 171, leaving 380.
30 minutesSt. Peter's Basilica
From St. Peter's Square, enter the passageways which lead up to the top of Michelangelo's magnificent dome for superb views of the Vatican City and Rome.
1 hourSt. Peter's Basilica
A fully guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica follows your dome climb. It's one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and it will leave a profound impression upon your soul.
45 minutesTrastevere
10 Tastings begins in Trastevere, the "village" of Rome which lies right in the heart of the city. Popular with born and bred Romans, this is the real place to be seen out and about eating and drinking. We will show you the way!
1 hourPiazza di Campo de' Fiori
After eating your way through Trastevere and at two top food spots between there and Campo de' Fiori in the heart of historic Rome, enjoy three more amazing places to eat! Meats and tasty hot pastries on this famous piazza!
45 minutesVia del governo Vecchio
Sweets are the treats on this lovely cobbled and colourful street which boasts some of the most beautiful houses in Rome! History is everywhere here and it's where your tour concludes with tiramisu tastings and a limoncello finale! Ciao!!
30 minutesIncluded
- Fully guided part-elevator / part-stairs tour to the summit of St. Peter's Dome!
- In depth tour of St. Peter's Basilica, the cornerstone of the Vatican, with an expert Vatican guide!
- Access to Papal crypts and all the incredible alcoves inside St. Peter's
- Absolutely inclusive tour of entire St. Peter's and Dome!
- Your Vatican guide will tell you everything about the sculptures and mosaics inside St. Peter's
- Our legendary Rome Food Walk is included! Big tastings in local Roman food spots!
- Fantastic rejuvenating experience after a day of touring and walking!
- Entry/Admission - St. Peter's Basilica
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Maximum 20 travelers on this tour, hand sanitizer made available (we will provide), mandatory mask-wearing on the tour (bring your own)
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- We take the necessary post-coronavirus precautions on all our tours. This tour is checked several times daily for health and hygiene compliance and maintenance of secure operational standards.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.