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Basilica Dome to Underground Grottoes Tour, Rome

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  • Join the Basilica Dome to Underground Grottoes Tour and see stunning views of the cityscape along with an intriguing journey through the grottoes of Vatican underground.

  • Admire sweeping views of cities like Rome & Vatican and capture exceptional photos from the top of the iconic dome.

  • Marvel at Michelangelo's Pietà’s sculpture, Bernini’s Baldachin’s canopy, and stunning mosaics, all within grand Renaissance architecture at St. Peter’s Basilica.

  • Visit the underground Grottoes and see St. Peter's Tomb, the Clementine Chapel with its 7th-century altar, and chapels decorated with frescoes by Giovan Battista Ricci.

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St. Peter's Basilica
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Timings: 07:00 AM to 07:10 PM

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St. Peter's Basilica
Piazza San Pietro, 00120 Città del Vaticano, Vatican City

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  • If cancellation is made 1 days or more before the date of travel, total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
  • If cancellation is made within 1 days before the date of travel, total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
  • In the event of unforeseen weather conditions, union issues, government restrictions, or any other circumstances beyond human control, certain trips or activities may be cancelled. In such cases, alternate feasible options will be provided. However, a cash refund will not be available.
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About Basilica Dome to Underground Grottoes Tour:

The Basilica Dome & Underground Grottoes tour of St. Peter's Basilica offers fascinating insights of Vatican City's iconic church. Visitors can ascend the dome for panoramic views of Rome, capturing the cityscape from above. Then, the tour takes the visitors to the underground grottoes, where historical tombs and sacred relics offer insights about the church's rich heritage. This tour combines breathtaking views with profound historical depth, making it a must-see for history and architecture enthusiasts.

About the Activity:

  • Join the Basilica Dome to Underground Grottoes Tour and admire the grandeur of the Basilica from the towering heights of the Dome to the serene depths of the Grottoes.
  • Ascend 551 steps to St. Peter's Dome for panoramic views of Vatican City, Rome, and the Basilica's grand architecture.
  • Admire the intricate mosaics and the majestic artwork within the dome, including the famous Christ Pantocrator and the golden details that sparkle in the sunlight.
  • Marvel at the world's largest church, St. Peter's Basilica and get to see the masterpieces by Michelangelo, Raphael, Bernini, and other renowned artists.
  • Look at the art and architecture of the Basilica, and admire the Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces, grand marble floors, and towering columns.
  • See the basilica's altars and chapels, like the Altar of the Chair of Saint Peter and the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, and admire their unique designs and artworks.
  • Descend into the Underground Grottoes beneath the Basilica and see the Pope's Tombs, including the resting places of Pope Saint Peter and Pope John XXIII.
  • Visit the Tomb of St. Peter, the most significant tomb and a focal point and get historical insights into the Basilica’s origins from your guide. 
  • Gain a deeper understanding of the basilica and grottoes with a guide who offers detailed historical and architectural insights to enrich your visit.

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