- Cupola di San Pietro - After meeting your tour leader at the bar “Al San Michele” where you can take advantage of the included breakfast, we’ll take you to the Cupola - the dome that dominates the skyline of Rome. As you climb the spiral staircase, you’ll be able to admire the intricate details of the Cupola’s design up close. Once you reach the top, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking panoramic views of the Vatican City and beyond.
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- Digital Audio guide of the Cupola
- Digital Audio-Guide Tour of the Basilica with fully narrated tour
- Assistance of the staff at the meeting point
- Entrance ticket to the Cupola of St. Peter’s Basilica
- Skip-the-line access
- Headphones (please bring your own)
- Live tour guide
Your access pass grants entrance to one of the Vatican City’s most prominent monuments - the stunning Cupola. To enrich your experience, an audio guide app is included, enabling you to delve into the history and allure of this stunning establishment.
Begin your exploration at 8:00 AM from the rendezvous point situated at the bar ‘Al San Michele’ (Borgo Santo Spirito 17), where you’ll meet our team. They will lead you to the entrance of the Cupola, a dome standing as the crowning jewel of Rome’s skyline. As you ascend the winding staircase, you’ll have the opportunity to marvel at the intricate specifications of the Cupola’s construction. Reaching the pinnacle, you’ll be met with spectacular vistas of the Vatican City and the surrounding horizon.
From there, you can expand your self-guided tour to the St. Peter’s Basilica, recognized as the biggest church globally and a key pilgrimage site for Catholics. Using your audio guide app, you’ll gain insights about the intriguing history and artistic brilliance embodied within this architectural marvel.
- Please note that the elevator will take you to the first level of the Dome. To reach the top you will need to climb around 300 steps
- Entrance to the Vatican is subject to a strict dress code. Please make sure your shoulders and knees are covered. Low-cut or sleeveless tops or shorts are not allowed for men or women
- Entry to the Vatican requires a security check. During high seasons, queues for security checks may take up to 150 minutes
- At the time you have booked, you must redeem your voucher with a member of staff at the bar “Al san Michele” (Borgo di Santo Spirito 17, 00193 Rome).
- The experience includes two digital audio tours: we recommend downloading these prior to the visit by scanning the QR code on your voucher.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.