Vatican City St. Peter's Basilica Full Experience Visit Tour

Step inside the heart of Catholicism on a guided visit to St. Peter’s Basilica—Rome’s most iconic church and a masterpiece of Renaissance art and architecture. Meet your expert guide just outside Vatican City and walk straight to the main entrance, where your host streamlines the security process and escorts you to the basilica floor. From your first glimpse of Bernini’s soaring baldachin to the light washing over Michelangelo’s Pietà, every stop reveals stories that bring this extraordinary place to life. Highlights include the Pietà, the Chair of St. Peter, the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, and the radiant apse where gold and light seem to float. Throughout, your guide shares practical tips for further exploration—how to visit the Vatican Grottoes (when accessible), where to admire the dome from St. Peter’s Square, and the best vantage points for photos.