
St. Peter's Basilica: Guided Tour + Optional Dome & Vatican Grottoes
Discover St. Peter's Basilica, see the tombs, ascend the dome for epic views
- 2 hrs
Get more out of your trip to Rome and Vatican City
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The experience
Explore the Vatican Gardens and the iconic Sistine Chapel in a unique two-part adventure.
Take a 45-minute minibus trip through beautifully manicured landscapes at the Vatican Gardens before going on a self-guided tour of the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel.
Where to go
95 Viale Vaticano
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Free disabled visitors (74%+) + 1 carer
Children under the age of 7 are not allowed
Mandatory ID
The Vatican Museums are most easily reached by public transport and a short walk from the nearest metro, tram, or bus station. If you come by car, there is paid parking nearby on Viale Vaticano
The Vatican Museums reserve free admission to all disabled visitors with a certified disability of more than 74%. In case of not self-sufficient, the free ticket is also extended to a companion. A free priority ticket can be requested at the desk: Permessi Speciali of the Vatican Museum
This ticket cannot be used for school group, group guided tours and private guided tours
Large bags, suitcases, pets, selfie sticks, alcohol, drugs, umbrellas, and smoking are not allowed
Minibus audio guide available in: Italian, English, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, Russian
For safety reasons, children under 7 years old are not allowed access to the bus to the Vatican Gardens
Go to the 'Touristation' office at Viale Vaticano 95, point 1 on the map, and show your smartphone ticket to the representative, who will then take you to the Vatican Museums and help you get inside
Make sure to bring a valid ID for reduced tickets. Without a valid ID, you will be asked to pay for a full price ticket in order to enter and the discounted ticket will not be refunded
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