Saint Peter's Basilica Official Audioguide

Highlights

  • Audio guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica

  • Learn about the basilica with an audio guide

  • Explore independently and at your own pace

  • Visit the church when it's convenient for you

Summary

See the best of St Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, the self-guided tour lets you decide what you want to visit and when. As you walk, hear tales of the popes, pilgrims and legendary artists who, throughout history, have helped make St Peter's Basilica the awe-inspiring place it is today. Go straight inside the spectacular structure, said to be built upon the site where St. Peter the Apostle was crucified. Throughout the centuries, the humble church grew into the ornate icon it is today—the holiest of Catholic sites. With your audio guide on, explore at your leisure to discover Renaissance art like Michelangelo’s 'La Pietà' sculpture, as well as the Cupola—St. Peter’s famous dome. Admire mosaic works, see a statue of St. Peter, visit the tomb of Pope John Paul II, and stare in wonder at Bernini’s 'Baldacchino,' the elaborate canopy alter that sits above St. Peter’s tomb. No meeting point needed: at the time of booking you will receive a QRCode that will allow you to download the audio guide track. This will allow you to go to the Basilica when and how you want without having to respect fixed times and appointments. If you prefer to use a traditional audio guide, you can request it - showing your booking voucher - at the reception desk located in the atrium of the Basilica. The desk hours are Monday to Saturday from 9:00 to 17:30 and from 13:00 to 17:30 on Sundays

Tour info

Duration
1 hour
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Come to St. Peter’s Basilica when it works for you. Detailed narration gives you a deeper understanding of the artworks and their creators. Choose your own route in the church stopping only at the places and pieces that interest you. You will receive a QRCode that will allow you to download the audio guide track. If you prefer to use a traditional audio guide, you can request it - showing your booking voucher - at the reception desk located in the atrium of the Basilica.

What’s included?

  • Audioguided tour of the Basilica with fully narrated tour

  • Taxes and gratuities

  • Free wifi and toilets

  • Over 30 point of interest to visit

  • Entry/Admission - St. Peter's Basilica

  • Headphones (you can use your own or buy them at the desk for €1,00)

  • Basilica entrance ticket (the entrance in the Basilica is free)

  • Cupola (Dome) entrance ticket

  • Skip the Line (security checks can result in queue)

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 1h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Visitors temperature will be measured (if a guest has a temperature above 37.5 °C, entry will be denied).

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Vox Mundi

About operator:

Vox Mundi is the Exclusive agent for the visiting of the Basilica of St. Peter in the Vatican City. All our tours include a reserved line to avoid the long queues to enter. To visit, enjoy, learn about the Basilica of St.Peter's in the Vatican you DO NOT need to go for 2/3 hrs expensive tours of the Vatican Museums. The Basilica of St. Peter offers great experiences including the visit of the Mosaic School, the Necropolis (Scavi) and a self guided tour of the Cupola (Dome of St. Peter). No other beside the official agent of the Basilica, may provide this experiences. We also offer the visit of the treasure Museum which is the second most visited museum in the Vatican City. Trust Tripdvisor reviews and enjoy a wonderful experience with our professional expert and our services. You might also pick our best seller which is the fast track for the Basilica, its self guided tour (2000 years of history) & the digital city tour of Rome with its 130 well described point of interest (OFF-LINE).

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