St. Peter's Dome (Cupola di San Pietro) Tours and Tickets

Enjoy a rare bird’s-eye view over Rome with this tour of St. Peter’s Basilica that includes a climb to the top of its dome. Visit St. Peter’s Square and church with an art historian guide to marvel at its Renaissance art and architecture. Then head underground to see the grottoes and St. Peter's tomb before climbing the dome to admire the church interiors and the surrounding city from above.

To dig deep into the history and art of St Peter’s Basilica, explore the church on a walking tour with a Vatican guide. From St Peter’s Square, walk to the basilica. Inside, listen to stories about the popes, pilgrims and Renaissance art masters who have left their marks on this iconic Catholic site, whose Michelangelo-designed dome dominates the Rome skyline.

Beat the crowds and admire one of the best views of Rome from above with this early St. Peter's Basilica tour. Follow your guide inside the church right as the doors open and head directly to the dome before the tourist throngs. Snap photos of the Roman rooftops before heading back down to visit the church interiors and Papal Tombs with the in-depth explanations of your guide.

Visit St Peter’s Basilica, climb its dome, and see the papal crypt on this all-access tour. Starting early, you’ll see St. Peter’s Square without the large daytime crowds, then head to the top of the dome for panoramic vistas over the capital. Tour the basilica to admire Michelangelo’s ‘La Pietà’ among other highlights, then finish with a visit to the papal crypt — a site normally missed by other tour groups. Numbers are limited to 20 for a small-group experience.

Skip-the-line at the Vatican Museums on this tour of one of the world’s most renowned collections of art. With a private guide, go straight inside the complex to admire the Vatican’s architecture, marvel at works by masters like Raphael and Caravaggio, and see some of the ‘hidden,’ off-the-beaten-path sites that many visitors miss. Of course, you visit the Sistine Chapel to see Michelangelo’s famous frescoes, and enter St. Peter’s Basilica from the museums, avoiding the main entrance line.

Most Vatican tours speed through St. Peter’s Basilica, which is surprising given that it’s one of the world’s largest churches. However, this private tour gives the basilica the attention it deserves, dedicating a full itinerary to the site’s history and works of art. After exploring the basilica, you’ll visit the grottoes, and then ascend the dome for sweeping views over St. Peter’s Square and the Vatican Gardens.

Exclusive Private Morning tour of St. Peter's Basilica, the Necropolis, and Climb to the Dome. Get ready for a unique and extraordinary experience! Meet your knowledgeable and friendly tour guide near St. Peter's Square, take advantage of this morning tour, and navigate Vatican City's top attractions smoothly and uncrowded. After a few steps towards St. Peter's with the lift, you will reach the roof of the Basilica after having visited the Dome from the inside; you will walk 330 steps to reach the top of St. Peter's Dome and enjoy the breathtaking view over all of Rome and have time to take some beautiful photos. Descending from the dome, you will enter directly into the Basilica to admire the incomparable triumph of art and architecture. You'll see Bernini's canopy, Michelangelo's piety, and the significance of works by the most influential artists of the last 500 years. After visiting the necropolis of St Peter's to see the Tomb of St Peter. End the tour with an Italian breakfast.

Cover all the main sights in Rome in a single day on this private "best of" tour. With private transportation and a guide dedicated to your group only, it will be easy to make your way around the city in an efficient way. The itinerary is flexible, but will typically include the Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain, the Roman Forum, the Colosseum, the Vatican Museums, and St. Peter's Basilica. This is a great option for those short on time in Rome.

Climb up the 281 steps to the highest point of the Dome for one of the best views of the entire city of Rome, and your guide will show you landmarks and points of interest from this birds-eye view.

Discover the beauty of Vatican City on this private 3-hour tour. Let your guide whisk you away to explore Raphael's Rooms, as well as linger at masterpieces such as the Sistine Chapel. With skip-the-line access and logistics taken care of by a local, you can focus solely on immersing yourself in all that this majestic city has to offer, tailored especially for you and your group.

Get an insider’s introduction to one of Vatican City’s most celebrated landmarks during this 90-minute guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica. Learn about the history of St. Peter’s Square and head inside the basilica to admire the altar, mosaics, and artworks. Then, climb to the top of the dome designed by Michelangelo to enjoy panoramic views over Rome.

Embark on an unforgettable 3-hour tour of Vatican City and its iconic sights, exploring endless wonders with a passionate Dutch-speaking guide. Admire amazing Renaissance artworks such as Laocoon and His Sons, Nero's Bath in the Animal Room gallery, or bask in awe at Michelangelo’s incredible Sistine Chapel frescoes—all whilst avoiding lengthy ticket queues. Step into the historic chapel where Pope Francesco was unanimously elected; uncovering centuries-old secrets along the way.

You will get the chance to take part in this unforgettable exclusive guided tour, where you will have an early-morning, priority access to the St. Peter’s Basilica’s Dome. Experience the awe-inspiring panoramic view of the Vatican City and Antient Rome in the first rays of the early morning light. Climb down straight into the St. Peter’s Basilica, avoiding the long and exhausting lines altogether. Descend to the Vatican Grottoes and get to witness the Papal Tombs, that is considered to be one of the most visited places in the Vatican City. Bask in the marvelousness of this imposing and splendid Basilica with your local highly experienced professional guide.

Get an early start to your day exploring Vatican City with a VIP morning tour experience. Start in the majestic St. Peter’s Square before entering one of the most iconic religious places on Earth: St. Peter's Basilica. Climb atop the Basilica dome to discover panoramic views over the city while enjoying breakfast al fresco. Then, descend to explore the grottoes below the basilica, home to the tombs of several saints and popes.

Climb the 281 steps to the highest point of the Dome. At the top, your guide will point out notable points of interest from one of the best views of the entire city of Rome.

Climb up the 281 steps to the highest point of the Dome for one of the best views of the entire city of Rome, and your guide will show you landmarks and points of interest from this birds-eye view.

SUPER EXCLUSIVE SIGHTSEEING TOUR OF ROME & PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR OF ST PETER'S BASILICA, CRYPT, & ST. PETER'S TOMB including climbing Michelangelo's DOME! Reach St. Peter's Square and meet your tour guide. Visit the Vatican at the quietest time before the crowds descend. With your guide and enjoy an intimate, exclusive tour. By an elevator, head up to the first level of the dome to the viewing balcony and have breakfast. Climb the spiral staircase to the top of the Dome (320 steps) from the highest point in Rome, and admire breathtaking city views. Come down from the Dome to enter the Basilica to admire the Pietà of Michelangelo and all the masterpieces adorning the Basilica before descending to the underground crypts and Grottoes. Once outside the Basilica, meet your driver for a private sightseeing tour of Rome. ADMIRE THE MOST IMPORTANT SITES OF THE ETERNAL CITY in your private air-conditioned car or minivan, back to your hotel or another agreed spot in Rome's city center.

Climb up the 281 steps to the highest point of the Dome for one of the best views of the entire city of Rome, and your guide will show you landmarks and points of interest from this birds-eye view.

Get an in-depth introduction to the Vatican Museums during this private two-hour tour, which includes skip-the-line admission tickets. Admire masterpieces like the Raphael Rooms and the frescoed ceiling of the Sistine Chapel with commentary and background from your own personal art historian-trained guide. Upgrade to extend your visit with an hour-long tour of either the interior of Saint Peter’s Basilica or a climb to the top of the dome.

Climb to the top of the highest point in the Vatican City, the dome of St. Peter’s Basilica, and get panoramic views over historic Rome and the Vatican state from this Renaissance masterpiece. Along with getting fast access inside the basilica after your ascent, you can experience and explore the basilica treasures and the Vatican Crypts with your expert English-speaking guide.

Beat the Vatican’s daytime crowds with this early visit to St. Peter’s Basilica. After seeing the city come to life from the dome of the historic basilica, you’ll head inside the place of worship itself with a guide. Hear the stories behind the artwork and architecture of Michelangelo and Bernini, then head below ground to the Vatican Grottoes where papal tombs and chapels await.

Take advantage of this early morning tour and navigate through the main attractions of the Vatican city hassle-free and uncrowded. Enjoy a wide-ranging view from the summit of the St. Peter's Dome, overlooking the majestic monuments of the Colosseum, Pantheon and the city centre. There's no need to line up again as the guide conducts you instantly inside the Basilica to admire some iconic masterpieces including marble mosaics, paintings, tapestries and columns of the Renaissance and baroque period.

Enjoy the freedom to explore St Peter's Basilica, including the Cupola, at your own pace and on your own mobile device with this Wi-Fi audio-guided tour. First, climb the spiral staircase, admiring the intricate details of the Cupola, and then enjoy unparalleled views of Rome and Vatican City from the top. Then, use the access code and the basilica's Wi-Fi to download the audio guide to your phone or tablet and discover the history of the most important Catholic pilgrimage site.

S.T PETER'S BASILICA'S MOST COMPLETE AMAZING EARLY MORNING GUIDED TOUR. St. Peter's Square, Basilica, Grotteos, Crypts, Tomb, and climbing the Dome guided Tour and Thickets. Meet your guide early near St. Peter's Square, and visit St Peter’s Basilica at the quietest time before the crowds descend. By an elevator, head up to the first level of the dome to the balcony, admire the Basilica’s inside view of the dome on the Bernini’s canopy below and the array of incredible mosaics which circle the dome. Climb the spiral staircase to the top of the dome, the highest point within Rome, for breathtaking views of the Eternal City. Come down from the Dome and enter the Basilica with your guide, walk through the highlights, and see the ‘Pietà’ of Michelangelo and all the masterpieces adorning the Basilica before descending to the underground crypts. Here, you can see Saint Peter's Tomb and the burial spot of hundreds of popes. After the tour is possible to spend extra time in the Basilica.