St. Peter's Basilica: Audio Guide + Dome Access Via Stairs

Must know

Shoulders and knees must be covered

Bring your passport or valid ID on the day of the visit

There are 300+ stairs to the summit

During peak times, you may have to wait in line for up to 2 hours to enter

Before purchase

Not recommended for individuals who are claustrophobic, afraid of heights, wheelchair users, have difficulty walking, pregnant, or with heart problems

Good to know

Guests must undergo airport-style security. During high season the wait may be up to 2 hours.

This service exclusively offers an entry ticket & audio guide to the Dome and not skip-the-line access to the Basilica

Not allowed: Strollers, luggage or large bags, backpacks, umbrellas, tripod, animals, potentially dangerous objects

The St. Peter's Dome might not be accessible during bad weather conditions

The Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Vatican Necropolis are excluded

Wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees, if your clothing does not comply with the rules, you may be denied entry

Some parts might not be accessible notice due site's restrictions

You must download the audio guide app on your smartphone at least a day before the activity. The app is compatible with IOS and android

How to use

Provide full name and date of birth as on your passport when booking

Tickets are nominative and valid only for the assigned participant

Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the activity starts

Late arrivals won’t be accommodated or refunded

The staff, holding a Loving Rome flag, will be at the black tables of Caffè Leonina (front row), behind the kiosk’s white tables

Show your smartphone voucher to the staff at the meeting point, near the arches where the square meets Via di Porta Angelica (left corner)

Please note that the supplier's staff will accompany you to the queue but will not provide a guided tour/commentary