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St. Peter's Basilica, Square & Papal Grottoes: Afternoon Guided Tour
Highlights
Explore The Vatican's stunning triumph of architecture and art with a professional guide
Enjoy detailed information and marvel at the Basilica'a marbles, mosaics, and golden ceilings
See St. Peter's tomb and take in the beauty of Michelangelo's iconic <em>Pietà</em>
What's included
Guided tour of St.Peter's Basilica, Square and Papal Grottoes
Headset so that you can always hear your guide
Free time after the tour to explore St. Peter's Basilica at your own leisure
What's not included
Access to the Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
Skip-the-line service
Guided tour of St Peter's dome
Important information
Not wheelchair-accessible
Tour subject to weather and liturgical events
The security checks at the entrance of the square might take 15-90 minutes
Skip-the-line service NOT included
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Cancellation Policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to a day before the experience begins.
Meeting point & Instructions
5 Largo del Colonnato
Meet your guide in Largo del Colonnato nr. 5. It is outside the Basilica and outside the Square of St. Peter's, before entering the security checks
Look for a member of staff holding a yellow label with TOURIKS written on it
Do not go through the metal detectors before meeting the guide
Bring your own wired headphones (just in case)
Keep in mind you need to arrive 20 minutes before start.