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Dome Climb & St. Peter's Basilica Private Tour
Vatican City, Europe
2 hours
Art & Culture
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Walking Tours
Date
Today
What You Will Do
Enjoy the visit of some of the world’s most significant works of art and hear something of the history and stories surrounding the magnificent locations where they are housed.
Climb up the 281 steps to the highest point of the Dome for one of the
best views of the entire city of Rome, and your guide will show you
landmarks and points of interest from this birds-eye view.
Enjoy this superb private 2-hour walking tour.
Climb up the 281 steps to the highest point of the Dome for one of the
best views of the entire city of Rome, and your guide will show you
landmarks and points of interest from this birds-eye view.
Enjoy this superb private 2-hour walking tour.
What's Included?
- Private tour
- Professional art historian guide
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
What's Not Included?
- Gratuities
- Private transportation
- Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
At the obelisk in St Peter's Square. Your guide will have a sign with your name.
1
Cupola di San Pietro
30 minutes
The Dome of St. Peter's Basilica is best seen from an up-close perspective. A short lift ride will take you to the main level inside the vault. From here, you’ll have a fantastic view of the staggering mosaics and stunning elaborate embellishments. This view affords the best perspective to appreciate the artisans’ skills and techniques used to create such intricate work. Climb up the 281 steps to the highest point of the Dome for one of the best views of the entire city of Rome, and your guide will show you landmarks and points of interest from this birds-eye view.
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Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Tours of the Vatican with Francesco & his team.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
- READ CAREFULLY: Because of the growing popularity of the current pope Francis and his intense activity in organising mass events in the Vatican some areas might get closed last minute without previous notice. This has already happened this year and can happen again during your tour. In case of such events our tour guide will provide you with a valuable alternative focusing the tour inside the Vatican museums.
Guide Options
- Guide - English
- Guide - Italian
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