Vatican Walking Tour of Saint Peters Basilica and Papal Tombs
Description
Visit St. Peter's Basilica and the Papal Tombs with a professional guided tour. Your expert guide will showcase celebrated masterpieces, including Michelangelo's hauntingly beautiful sculpture La Pietà and Bernini's monumental Baldacchino. Then, head underground to pay your respects as you explore the Papal Tombs—the final resting places of popes, royals, and revered dignitaries from centuries past. Perfect for first-time visitors to Rome, this tour saves precious vacation time with skip-the-line entry. A tour guide provides rich insight and fascinating stories you'd miss if exploring independently. St. Peter's Basilica & Papal Tombs Tour
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The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter in Vatican City — commonly known as St. Peter’s Basilica — is a masterpiece of Italian High Renaissance architecture. It is located in Vatican City, an independent microstate fully enclosed within Rome, Italy. As one of the holiest sites in Christendom, St. Peter’s Basilica is both a major pilgrimage destination and a center for important liturgical events. Throughout the year, the pope presides over numerous ceremonies inside the basilica and in the adjacent St. Peter’s Square, drawing crowds of between 15,000 and over 80,000 people.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
