St. Peter's Basilica with Dome Climb and Crypt

• You will visit the Saint Peter's Basilica, the chief religious structure of Catholic Christianity.
• Visit the religious structure before official opening times.
• Listen to your guide as you tour the basilica, admire its opulence and hear interesting facts about its unsurpassable art pieces.
• Examine "La Pieta" by Michelangelo Buonarroti and Bernini's baldachin and "The throne of Saint Peter."
• Take an elevator to the first level and take a flight of stairs from there to climb to the dome and enjoy great views of Rome.
• Descend to the crypt beneath the basilica and visit the tombs of popes.

• Admission to the Saint Peter's Basilica before opening hours with the access to the dome and the crypt.
• A guided tour by an English-speaking guide.

• If you aren't able to walk a few hundred steps to reach the dome, you can admire views from the first level, accessible by an elevator.
• To be allowed to enter, dress respectfully (covered knees and shoulders).
• There is a bag check where you can leave large pieces of luggage.
• Show a valid document (ID card, passport...) to enter the religious structure.

• The mastermind of the fascinating dome of the Basilica of Saint Peter was Michelangelo Buonarroti, a famous sculptor, painter and architect.
• Among other works of art, you will see depictions of Jesus Christ, John the Baptist, Charlemagne and Constantine the Great.
• The design of Saint Peter's Square was inspired by an idea of the Church embracing its flock.

• Visiting the Basilica of Saint Peter is highly recommended to every visitor of Rome.
• Besides Christians, the believers of other religions should consider joining the activity if interested in art, history and grand architecture.
• Note that part of the tour takes place on the roof of the basilica, which requires visitors to overcome a long flight of stairs.

• Most travelers agree that the guided tour is an excellent investment of time and money.
• A number of tour participants inform that accessing Michelangelo's dome requires some effort, but the experience is worth it.
• According to the majority of reviewers, tour guides are knowledgeable, friendly and forthcoming.
• The existing reviews indicate that arriving before the opening hours and avoiding the queues builds up a great value.

• Best time to access the dome of Saint Peter's Basilica is on a sunny day.

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Next to Square of Saint Peter, Rome

The guided tour isn't suitable for people suffering from disabilities.

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