Vatican: Early Bird Dome Tour with Basilica & Underground Access
Vatican: Early Bird Dome Tour with Basilica & Underground Access
Uncover the art and architecture of the Vatican City. Visit sites like St. Peter’s Square and Basilica in the morning before the crowds arrive for the day.Meet your guide in Piazza della Città Leonina & dive into the ancient history of the Vatican City.
Admire the statuesque columns and majestic pilasters in St. Peter’s Square. Walk through the 1st balcony which is decorated with amazing frescoes.Together with an expert guide enter the Basilica and reach the summit of the Dome after 320 steps, where you are rewarded for the climb with views of the city center.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
St. Peter's Square
Enjoy an early morning tour with our local guide starting from the statuesque St. Peter's Square all the way through the famous Basilica.
30 minutesCupola di San Pietro
Set foot on the summit of the majestic St. Peter's Dome and get a 360 degree view of the city centre and its main archeological attactions such as the Colosseum and the Pantheon.
1 hourSt. Peter's Basilica
To end the journey, get ready to walk through the emblematic Papal tombs, a resting place of the majority of the deceased Popes.
30 minutesIncluded
- Early morning access to the St. Peter’s Basilica and Square
- Entrace to the St. Peter’s Dome
- Visit to the Papal Tombs
- Expert English speaking guide
- Small groups of 15 person
- Entry/Admission - Cupola di San Pietro
- Entry/Admission - St. Peter's Basilica
Not Included
- Food and beverage
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off
- Gratuities
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Not suitable for wheelchair users and people with serious medical condition (vertigo and heart problems)
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- All visitors must pass through an airport-style security check before entering the Basilica. The elevators Dome only takes you to the first balcony, to climb up to the main Dome you will have to use the stairs (320 steps) which requires 20 extra minutes.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 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.