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!
2-in-1 Vatican Museum Ticket & St. Peter's Dome Climb
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.
- 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)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Start Location: 19 Via Sebastiano Veniero, Via Sebastiano Veniero, Roma
Guide : English
- Guided tour of St. Peter's and dome followed by entry (ticket only) to the Vatican Museums.
- Due to the route covered and/or 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.
- Vatican dress code: shoulders and knees must be covered.
- Due to events and ceremonies associated with the Jubilee, access to St. Peter's Basilica might be restricted. Such closures are beyond our control.
Cancellation Policy: standard
Cancellation Cutoff: 72 hours
Cancellation Notes: 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 By choosing the Hassle-Free Cancellation option during checkout, cancel your tour anytime up to midnight of the day before it begins for a full refund, excluding the Trip Protection fee.
Tours depart promptly at the scheduled time, while public transport throughout Italy can be unreliable. Allow plenty of time to get from your accommodation to the meeting point, or contact us to arrange for a private transfer. No refunds will be granted for failure to arrive at the meeting point on time.
Tours depart rain or shine unless otherwise specified.
During peak season and on the days surrounding national and/or religious holidays, extreme crowding can be expected at tourist attractions across Italy, leading to increased wait times to pass through security checks despite Tour Operator priority access. While this is beyond our control, we do our best to minimize any inconvenience.
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