2-in-1 Vatican Museum Ticket & St. Peter's Dome Climb

Highlights

The perfect tour & ticket combo that allows you to go at your own pace
Unlimited time inside the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel (self-guided)
Guided visit to the rarely accessed cupola and the papal crypts

Summary

By Roman law, no building in Rome can be higher than Michelangelo's dome. Let's go there! Meet your expert Vatican guide beside St. Peter's Square where your climb begins—at a leisurely pace, of course!

Tour info

Duration

4 hours

Commentary

English

Meeting Point

1 Largo del Colonnato, Largo del Colonnato, RM, 00193

19 Via Sebastiano Veniero, Via Sebastiano Veniero, Roma, Lazio, 00192

Dropoff location

Città del Vaticano

Why take this tour?

It's steep and there are steps aplenty, but frequent stops and elevator breaks help take off the strain. At the summit, 360° views of the Vatican City—and far beyond—await you! Take as many photographs as you can because what you'll see from on high is a once-in-a-lifetime view. Rest for a short while before entering St. Peter's Basilica, an absolute triumph of art and architecture unmatched anywhere else in the world. We regroup soon thereafter for fast-track entry into the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel.

What’s included?

Guided tour all the way up to the top of Michelangelo's dome/terrace of St. Peter's
In-depth guided tour of St. Peter's basilica with an expert art historian
Priority-access ticket to the Vatican Museums (self-guided)
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

Tour is not wheelchair accessible, difficult to navigate with a stroller
Guided tour of St. Peter's and dome followed by entry (ticket only) to the Vatican Museums
Due to the route covered and/or the means of transportation used, it is not possible to participate in this tour using a wheelchair, scooter, or other aid. Please contact us to inquire about customized tour options for guests with mobility challenges.

Before you go

Tour departs rain or shine
Vatican dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered
Due to the special events and ceremonies associated with the Vatican's Jubilee Year 2025, access to St. Peter's Basilica might be restricted. These closures are decided by the Vatican and are outside our control
Powerbanks are not allowed inside the Vatican museums. Please leave them at the cloakroom or at our office before the visit

Cancellation Policy

Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified. All cancellations must be received in writing to [email protected]. The cancellation policy for this item is as follows: Cancellation with 72+ hours notice: full refund Cancellation with less than 72 hours notice: no refunds or exceptions will be made Failure to reach the meeting point on time (no-show) is equivalent to cancellation with less than 72 hours notice. *If you've chosen the Hassle-Free Cancellation policy during checkout, cancel your tour anytime up to midnight of the day before it begins for a full refund, excluding the Trip Protection fee. Remember to notify us of your cancellation in writing before midnight (Rome time) on the night before your tour.

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