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<ul><li>Tips (optional)</li><li>Hotel pick-up/drop-off</li></ul>

There are 551 steps to the top, but an elevator is available for the first part, reducing the number of steps to around 320.

Yes, the tour is family-friendly, but the dome climb may be challenging for young children or those with mobility issues.

As this is a religious site, visitors are required to dress modestly, with shoulders and knees covered. Comfortable shoes are recommended for the dome climb.

The dome climb involves ascending a significant number of steps, so a basic level of fitness is required.

Immerse yourself in the history, architecture and lore of St. Peter&rsquo;s Basilica with this all-access tour. Not only will you enjoy a fully-guided tour of the Basilica and Papal Crypt with an expert guide, but you&rsquo;ll also avoid long lines to climb up to the dome early in the morning and gape at the amazing views of Rome.

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Your tour starts early before the crowds arrive. After exploring St. Peter&rsquo;s Square, you&rsquo;ll head for St. Peter&rsquo;s Basilica Dome. You&rsquo;ll take the special elevator to the first terrace of the dome to admire the beautiful mosaics up close. To reach the top of the dome you have to climb 231 steps, but the view alone is worth the effort.

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When you come down from the dome, your expert guide will lead you on a full tour of the Basilica, from Bernini&rsquo;s colossal baldachin to Michelangelo&rsquo;s heart-wrenching Piet&aacute;. You&rsquo;ll also discover the small details, stories, history and lore that are packed into every nook and cranny of this nearly 400-year-old building, including why everyone is so intent on rubbing the foot of a certain statue.

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Finally, your tour will include a rare visit to the Papal Crypt, where your guide will point out the most significant tombs. The Crypt is a sacred site so that it&rsquo;s forbidden to speak in it, but before you enter, your guide will tell you the stories of the men buried in them.

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Sites Visited:

<ul>
	<li>St Peter&rsquo;s Basilica</li>
	<li>Dome of St Peter&rsquo;s Basilica</li>
	<li>Papal crypt (NOT the Scavi)</li>
	<li>St Peter&rsquo;s Square</li>
</ul>

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Meeting Point:

Kindly meet 15 minutes before departure time in front of &#39;Caff&egrave; Leonina, in Piazza Citta&#39; Leonina, just outside St. Peter&#39;s Square. Take the Red Line metro and get off at the &quot;Ottaviano/San Pietro&quot; stop. 
Piazza della Citt&agrave; Leonina, 7, 00193 Roma RM, Italy

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Not suitable for:

<ul>
	<li>Guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs, and strollers</li>
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Know in advance:

<ul>
	<li>The skip-the-line access is not possible at the dome or at St. Peter&#39;s Basilica security line (although it is possible for guests entering via the Vatican Museums, who use a different door), so you may need to spend some time in unavoidable queues. Your guide will use the time well though, entertaining you with stories and pointing out the incredible details of St. Peter&#39;s Square</li>
	<li>Due to the religious nature of the Vatican, all individuals regardless of gender must cover their shoulders and knees. The tour operator cannot be held responsible for those denied entry</li>
	<li>After the terrace where the lift stops, there are still 320 steps to climb to reach the very top</li>
	<li>The tour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information</li>
</ul>

Remember to bring:

<ul>
	<li>A valid ID (that applies also to any children booked on the tour)</li>
</ul>

Vouchers on smartphones or tablets are accepted. Printed vouchers are also accepted.

VIP St. Peter's Basilica Tour With Dome Climb And Papal Crypt

Kindly meet 15 minutes before departure time in front of 'Caffè Leonina, in Piazza Citta' Leonina, just outside St. Peter's Square. Take the Red Line metro and get off at the "Ottaviano/San Pietro" stop.

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