Rome-St Peter’s Basilica Privet Guided Tour & Grottoes Visit Private Family Tour of St. Peter’s Basilica | No Dome Access

Discover the Vatican's St. Peter’s Basilica on a private guided tour. Admire Michelangelo’s Pietà, explore the Vatican Grottoes, and visit the Tomb of St. Peter.
Meet your guide near Via Germanico, close to Ottaviano Metro Station, and walk together toward St. Peter’s Square. During this introduction, learn about the history of Vatican City, the architecture of the square designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, and the importance of the Vatican as the center of the Catholic Church.

After entering St. Peter’s Basilica, discover some of the most important highlights inside the church. Hear about the artistic and religious significance of Michelangelo’s Pietà, one of the most famous sculptures of the Renaissance, created when the artist was only 24 years old.

Admire Bernini’s Baldachin, the impressive bronze canopy located above the Papal Altar and marking the tomb of St. Peter beneath the basilica. Learn about the magnificent dome designed by Michelangelo and the symbolism behind many of the artworks and decorations found inside the basilica.

Learn about the Chair of St. Peter, a sacred relic encased in Bernini’s golden sculpture that represents the authority of the papacy. After the guided portion inside the basilica, continue your visit to the Vatican Grottoes located beneath the church.

Explore the underground crypt where many popes are buried and visit the Tomb of St. Peter, one of the most sacred sites in Christianity.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.