Rome: Guided Tour of St. Peter’s Basilica, Grottoes & Square – Rome, Italy

EXPERIENCE:

Start your tour in St. Peter’s Square and be fascinated by its architectural secrets. Discover the optical illusions as were thought by its designer, Bernini. Enter the Basilica and be amazed by its magnificence. Marvel at the mosaics all around you and see why it took 150 years to rebuild.
Walk past renowned masterpieces of Renaissance and Neoclassical art with your expert guide. Stand in front of the harmonious 98.5-foot high canopy, and appreciate the expressive power and delicate beauty of Michelangelo’s “Pietà”.
Conclude your tour by descending to the underground grottoes to see St. Peter’s tomb. Touch the ancient walls of the original 4th-century Basilica while you admire the work of the beautiful frescoes within.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Admire the Basilica’s marble, ceilings, and mosaics
Take in the famous Pietà of Michelangelo
See St. Peter’s Tomb and the original Basilica walls
Enjoy detailed information from your professional guide
Choose between a small-group or private tour

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