Rome: St. Peter’s Basilica, Crypts and Dome Private Tour – Rome, Italy

EXPERIENCE:

Meet your guide early in the morning near St. Peter’s Square and follow them to the elevator which will take you up to the first level of the dome.

Enter the dome, admire the incredible mosaics that decorate the interior, and look out over Bernini’s Canopy. Keep climbing the spiral staircase to reach the top of the dome, the highest point in Rome, and enjoy the breathtaking 360-degree views of Vatican City, the gardens, and Rome.

Afterward, make your way down to the basilica floor. Discover the highlights of the massive building with your guide, such as Michelangelo’s Pietà and the masterpieces that adorn the various chapels.

Head underground to the grottoes and crypts and visit St. Peter’s tomb and the monumental tombs of many of the popes from throughout the centuries.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

Take in fantastic views of the city from the dome of St. Peter’s Basilica
Beat the crowds and discover St. Peter’s Basilica early in the morning
Learn about the history of the world’s largest church from your guide
Explore the underground crypts and see where the popes are buried
Admire decoration and artworks by the world’s most renowned artists

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