Saint Peter's Basilica Express Private Tour with Tickets

Explore the spiritual and artistic core of St. Peter’s Basilica on this private 1.5-hour experience, created for travelers who want a meaningful visit without spending an entire morning inside. The tour is concise yet rich, offering insight, storytelling, and time to truly absorb one of the most important sacred spaces in the world.

Thanks to priority entrance, you enter the basilica smoothly and begin your visit without delays. Accompanied by an Official Private Guide, the experience unfolds at a comfortable pace and can be naturally adapted to your interests, allowing for questions, pauses, and moments of quiet observation.

Inside, the immense scale of the basilica immediately reveals itself. Your guide leads you through the vast interior, explaining how architecture, light, and symbolism work together to convey power, faith, and continuity. You focus on the most significant masterpieces, including Michelangelo’s Pietà, admired for its emotional intensity and flawless marble carving, and Bernini’s Baldachin, the monumental bronze structure that marks the spiritual center of the church.

Along the way, you gain a clear understanding of how St. Peter’s evolved over centuries, from its foundations above the tomb of the apostle to its role as the heart of the Catholic world. Stories of popes, artists, and architectural ambition help connect art, belief, and history into a single narrative.

This private express tour of St. Peter’s Basilica is ideal for first-time visitors, travelers with limited time, or anyone seeking a focused and rewarding introduction. It delivers depth without overload, allowing you to experience the basilica’s beauty and meaning without ever feeling rushed.

• Not available on Sundays and Wednesday mornings.
• Even with your ‘Skip the Line’ ticket you are NOT exempt from the line (queue) for the Security Check. To gain access to St. Peter's Basilica, all visitors and their bags have to be screened under metal detectors and to be checked by the Vatican guards.
• It is not possible to bring large bags or backpacks, as well as bulky bags, big umbrellas and selfie-sticks. All weapons, hazardous or flammable objects are strictly forbidden.
• Food and beverages are permitted but must be checked.
• Appropriate clothing is recommended, especially in high season when visiting some important holy sites, such as Basilicas and Churches. Shoulders and knees have to be covered.
• Pick-up is included only for guests staying within the Aurelian Walls

1. Dolce Vita policy is applied on all Standard Bookings placed more than 72 hours from the date of the event. We provide all our customers with Refundable Terms up to 72 hours from the date of the event for any reason. To apply for a refund including where your tour is cancelled or changed by Eyes of Rome®, please contact our customer service team at info@eyesofrome.com.
2. Peace of Mind policy is applied on Selected Bookings and on all Bookings placed within 72 hours from the date of the event. We provide all our customers with Refundable Terms so if you are unable to attend your booking due to unforeseen circumstances outside of your control you may be entitled to a refund - please see our full set of Refundable Terms and Conditions here. To apply for a refund, please find the instructions on how to apply in the booking confirmation email you received after payment.