St. Peter’s Basilica Group Guided Tour

Discover St. Peter’s Basilica on a guided group visit. Explore its art, architecture and history, including Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s magnificent Baldachin.

Discover St. Peter’s Basilica on a guided group visit with a licensed guide in the language selected at booking. Explore its art, architecture and history, including Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s monumental Baldachin.

Meet at Gyash Tours, Vicolo del Farinone 23, Rome, 15 minutes before your booked start time for check-in and to meet your guide. Continue towards St. Peter’s Square, where Bernini’s colonnade provides an introduction to the Basilica and its surroundings.

Inside the Basilica, your guide will explain the stories and significance of its principal artworks and monuments. Visit the Papal Grottoes when access is available. If they are closed, the itinerary will be adapted with additional time in the Basilica and St. Peter’s Square.

This tour does not include skip-the-line or priority entry. All visitors must join the regular entry queue and pass mandatory security checks. Waiting times vary and may be considerable during busy periods.

The dome climb is not included. Shoulders and knees must be covered. The itinerary may change because of religious services, Vatican events or unexpected closures.

Please note

Public transportation nearby

Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Liability: We do not accept any responsibility for any mistakes made during the booking process. If the visitor's name is entered incorrectly, the ticket will be invalid and no refunds or corrections can be made.
This tour does not include skip-the-line or priority entry. All visitors must join the regular entry queue and pass mandatory security checks. Waiting times vary and may be considerable during busy periods.
Access to the Papal Grottoes is subject to availability. If they are closed, the itinerary will be adapted with additional time in the Basilica and St. Peter’s Square.
St. Peter's Basilica is subject to unforeseen closures due to Vatican affairs. If this happens, the activity provider will contact you as soon as possible to reschedule.