Rome: Guided Tour of St. Peter’s Basilica with Dome Climb – Rome, Italy

EXPERIENCE:

Join a private or shared guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica and experience this iconic attraction. Marvel at the magnificent interior of the Basilica and learn why the church took 150 years to rebuild. Discover the colorful marbles, golden ceilings, and the impressive Michelangelo’s Pietà while your guide shares stories about the history of this Renaissance-style church.

Take the elevator with your guide up to half the height towards the top of the Dome. Then take the steps and continue your climb to the the viewing deck at the very top. First contemplate the interior mosaics of the dome close up, then marvel at the striking views of St. Peter’s Square and the Vatican Gardens from above. Admire Rome from a height of 136 meters, and spot the Colosseum, the Pantheon, Castel Sant’Angelo, and other historic sites.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Explore St. Peter’s Basilica with an art historian guide
Climb the stairs to the top of St. Peter’s Dome
Admire the mosaics of the Dome up close
Enjoy stunning views of St. Peter’s Square and Rome from a height of 136 meters
View the Basilica’s array of impressive marble, ceilings, and mosaics

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