St. Peter’s Basilica Fast-Track Guided Tour

Join a small-group tour of St. Peter’s Basilica with a licensed guide and uncover stories, symbols and details most visitors miss.
Enjoy priority access and join a small semi-private group, avoiding long queues at the Basilica entrance.
Admire Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s Baldachin and dazzling mosaics as your guide reveals their stories.
Explore the underground papal tombs, often called the Vatican Grottoes, and discover centuries of Vatican history.
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Experience a 2-hour St. Peter’s Basilica tour in Vatican City with priority access and a licensed guide, exploring its history, art and iconic masterpieces.

2 hours

Easy

  • Basilica Secrets Revealed
  • Skip-the-Line Priority Access
  • Michelangelo & Bernini Masterpieces
  • Vatican Grottoes & Papal Tombs


 

Step inside the heart of Vatican City with a 2-hour St. Peter’s Basilica guided tour in Rome, enjoying skip-the-line access and a small semi-private group led by a licensed guide. Explore St. Peter’s Square, admire iconic masterpieces inside the Basilica such as Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s Baldachin, and visit the Vatican Grottoes to discover the historic tombs of Popes and Saints. 


Inclusions
    • Priority skip-the-line entry to St. Peter’s Basilica  
    • Semi-private guided tour(maximum 15 participants) with an accredited Local X licensed guide
    • Headsets 
    • Guided tour inside St. Peter’s Basilica, including highlights such as Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s Baldachin, the Bronze Statue of St. Peter, the Altar of the Confession and the Vatican Grottoes(when open to the public and accessible on the day of the tour)
    • Opportunity to enter through the Holy Door during the Jubilee Year
    Please note
      • ID required: All participants must bring a valid ID or passport for security checks. Please provide the age, date of birth and the full names of all participants, including any middle names, exactly as they appear on the passport. Your ID or passport will be required at the entrance. If you are reading this message after completing your booking, please contact us at +39 331 3326990 (WhatsApp) or email us at info@yourlocalx.com, mentioning your booking reference. 
      • Dress code: St. Peter’s Basilica is an active place of worship. Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men and women. Entry may be denied without appropriate attire.
      • Security screening: All visitors must pass through airport-style metal detectors. Large bags, luggage, sharp objects, sprays and glass containers are not permitted.
      • Accessibility: Most areas of the Basilica are accessible, but the Vatican Grottoes include steps and uneven surfaces. If you have mobility concerns or use a wheelchair, please contact us in advance so we can arrange the most suitable experience.
      • Strollers: Standard strollers are generally allowed inside the Basilica but may not be permitted in the Grottoes. Lightweight or foldable strollers are recommended.
      • Important notice about the Vatican Grottoes:
        The Vatican Grottoes may be closed without prior notice in case of papal or liturgical ceremonies, official Vatican events, extraordinary maintenance, high visitor traffic or security reasons. Access is therefore not guaranteed on every date.