Tickets & Tours

Skip the lines and make the most of your visit with reserved entry and expert-guided tours.

Entry to St. Peter's Basilica is FREE

However, general entry queues can exceed 2 hours. Reserved tickets let you skip the wait.

Our Recommendations

Choose Your Experience

We've partnered with GetYourGuide to offer you the best experiences at St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican.

Self-Guided Experience Best for Flexibility

St. Peter's Basilica, Optional Dome Access & Rome Audio App

Explore St. Peter's Basilica and admire the dome's magnificent mosaics. See Bernini's Baldachin and Michelangelo's Pietà. Enjoy with a digital audio guide of Rome.

Highlights

  • Reserved access to St. Peter's Basilica (skip the general queue)
  • Optional: Dome access with elevator (breathtaking views!)
  • Digital audio guide of Rome included
  • Explore at your own pace — no tour guide required

Duration

~2 hours

Cancellation

Non-refundable

5.0 · Excellent reviews

"Very worth to buy the skip the line! We had a lovely time and the view of the dome is breathtaking!"

— Bruna, Italy

Powered by GetYourGuide
Guided Experience Most Popular

Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica Tour

Join a guided tour of the Vatican with fast-track access. Explore the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica with an expert guide.

Highlights

  • Skip-the-line access to Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Basilica
  • Professional licensed tour guide (EN, IT, ES, FR, DE)
  • See masterpieces by Michelangelo and Raphael
  • Headsets included for clear audio
  • Optional: St. Peter's Dome access (extra fee)

Duration

2-3 hours

Cancellation

Free up to 24h

5.0 · Excellent reviews

"Excellent tour made even better by our guide Paulo who made it so interesting and fun. So much better to book with a reputable guide."

— Anne, United Kingdom

Powered by GetYourGuide

Important Visitor Information

👔 Dress Code

Shoulders and knees must be covered at all times. You may be refused entry if you do not comply.

Arrival Time

Arrive at least 1 hour before your scheduled time for airport-style security. Peak season waits can exceed 45 minutes.

🚫 Not Allowed

Large bags, luggage, food/drinks, weapons, and tripods are not permitted inside.

⚠️ Dome Climb

Not recommended for pregnant women, visitors with heart conditions, mobility issues, claustrophobia, or vertigo.

Prefer a Budget-Friendly Option?

Our audio guide app provides professional narration for a fraction of the cost of a guided tour. Perfect for independent travelers.

Get the Audio Guide — €4.99
BOOK NOW