St. Peter’s Basilica Skip the Line Guided Tour

1 hour and 30 minutes

Easy

Explore St. Peter’s Basilica with a licensed guide and reserved entry. Discover its art, architecture and history. Mandatory security checks and possible waiting times still apply.

Explore St. Peter’s Basilica with reserved entry and a licensed guide in the language selected at booking (English or Spanish). Discover 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. Show your booking voucher to our staff. Do not go directly to the Basilica.



Reserved entry does not bypass mandatory Vatican security checks. Waiting times may vary according to security procedures and visitor numbers.



Access to the Papal Grottoes is subject to availability on the day. The itinerary may change because of religious services, Vatican events or unexpected closures. Shoulders and knees must be covered.

What's included?
  • Entry or admission fee

Reserved entry to St. Peter’s Basilica

Guided tour with a licensed guide in the language selected at booking (English or Spanish)

Headsets to hear the guide

Exclusions

    Gratuities / tips
    Food and drink

    Please note
    • Stroller / pram accessible
    • Public transportation nearby
    • Not wheelchair 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
    • Name on the ticket: All entrance tickets must be purchased in the name of the visitor. It is mandatory to ensure that the name entered during the booking process matches the visitor's identification. Regardless of the purchaser, the ticket must be in the visitor's name to be valid for entry.
    • Invalid Tickets: If the name on the ticket does not match the identity of the visitor, the ticket will be considered invalid and cannot be used for entry.
    • 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.
    • Security: Visitors must pass through airport-style security. The wait at the security checkpoint can last more than 30 minutes, depending on Vatican security.
    • Children from 0 to 6 years free
    • Please arrive at Gyash Tours, Vicolo del Farinone 23, Rome, 15 minutes before your booked start time for check-in and to meet your guide. Show your booking voucher to our staff. Do not go directly to St. Peter’s Basilica.
    • Reserved entry does not bypass mandatory Vatican security checks. Waiting times may vary according to security procedures and visitor numbers.
    What to bring
      • A valid ID or passport matching the name on your ticket
      • Your booking voucher, available on your phone or printed
      • Comfortable walking shoes
      • Clothing that covers shoulders and knees