Art & museums

St. Peter's Basilica Skip the Line

3.9(452 reviews)Rome, Italy
1h30DurationMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

Visit St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City with a skip-the-line ticket that provides priority access to the upper church and the underground Papal Grottoes. You will have the opportunity to explore the basilica’s architecture and art, including significant Renaissance works, at your own pace. This experience suits travelers interested in history and art, but may not be ideal for those seeking guided tours or structured visits. Note that the ticket includes access to the papal tombs.

Itinerary

1

St. Peter's Basilica

Stop 2: Entry to St. Peter’s Basilica| The staff will escort you to the entrance of St. Peter’s Basilica, assist with ticket scanning, and help you skip the line for a smooth and stress-free experience.

What's included / not included

St. Peter's Basilica AccessThe Vatican reserves up to 40 minutes for the mandatory security checks, which cannot be skipped.Skip the line tickets
Guided tour with a licensed guideAudioguide included only with audioguide optionDOME included only with the selected optionHotel pickup and drop off

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Good to know

  • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
  • Name on the ticket: All entrance tickets must be purchased in the name of the visitor. It is mandatory to ensure that the name entered during the booking process matches the visitor's identification. Regardless of the purchaser, the ticket must be in the visitor's name to be valid for entry.
  • Invalid Tickets: If the name on the ticket does not match the identity of the visitor, the ticket will be considered invalid and cannot be used for entry.
  • Liability: We do not accept any responsibility for any mistakes made during the booking process. If the visitor's name is entered incorrectly, the ticket will be invalid and no refunds or corrections can be made.
  • Security: Visitors must pass through airport-style security. The wait at the security checkpoint can last more than 30 minutes, depending on Vatican security.
  • Children from 0 to 6 years free
  • The ticket must be collected at the shop at Vicolo del Farinone 23
  • The Vatican reserves up to 40 minutes for the mandatory security checks, which cannot be skipped.

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