Ultimate St. Peter's Basilica Dome Climb and Tour

Not much substance

Met for earliest tour in morning. By the time the group was ready had to wait in a longer line for entrance. Tour guide had pretty surficial knowledge. Could have learned as much from Wikipedia page. Guide didn’t accompany to top of Dome or into Basilica, which technically might not have been allowed, but plenty of other guides were doing it. By the time Dome climb was done the Basilica was packed. Wish we had got there at same time on our own, done the Basilica, then the Dome, and saved money. Basically, the guide was valuable for steering us in right direction.

Company is very well organized

The dome climb is not for anyone who doesn't like crooked, slanted and VERY tight spaces. The tour is amazing however and the guides are very knowledgeable and often funny. They are authentic Vatican employees and you will not be disappointed. Joe S.

FANTASTIC!

Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable!

CLIMB

This was a great tour - we would do it again.

Guide was great and full of info and enthusiasm. Loved the way he told the story of the history in a succinct way

Great Experience

Our tour was scheduled for the day after Papa Francisco's funeral. Even though Vatican City and St. Peter's Basilica were being preparing for the conclave, we still had an excellent tour. Our guide was interesting and funny. I'll always book with the atour Guy for tours in Rome.

The tour

It was great. The pacing was perfect.

Francesca era fantastica! St. Peters Basilica & dome tour

Our tour guide, Francesca, was very pleasant, informative and attentive. She took time to look after each of our group of 18 and no one was lost in the chaos. The Basilica is massive & full of wonders. It was nice to have a guide to explain the history and background of the more notable sights. I strongly recommend planning to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the meeting time & CONFIRM that you are at the correct location. Google maps is usually very accurate, but this time we found ourselves waiting several minutes talking with what we thought were fellow group-mates when we found we were at the wrong meeting point! We almost missed our tour! Fortunately with With the help of a couple of very helpful waiters & locals, we found our way to the designated meeting point. The staff reacted quickly and got us off on our tour with Francesca & the group. We were well looked after.

Great tour!

I really enjoyed this tour. The guide was very friendly, engaging, and knowledgable. I learned a lot and had an amazing time exploring St. Peter's Basilica. The tour was the perfect length of time and I would definitely recommend it. One of the highlights of our trip for sure.

Great Dome Tour!

My husband and I did this tour on the second day of the conclave. As a result, the security line was long. Luckily our super knowledgeable guide Maria was able to provide context about Vatican City while we waited. The Dome Tour is worth it for two reasons. One, seeing the dome from above gives you a full appreciation of its size and the beauty that is unfathomable from the floor of St Peter’s Basilica. Second, the view of Rome AND the Vatican Gardens from the top is spectacular! Maria was super informative within the basilica as well . There is so much to see and appreciate. Without the information shared on the tour we really would have missed so much context. I highly recommend this tour and if you are lucky enough to have Maria you are in excellent hands!

Tour

Thank you we really enjoyed this tour!! Would definitely do another tour with you guys..Tonya

It was not an easy climb but super glad we did it. Maria was a very good guide.

Great tour and experience! Our tour guide was very well informed and was enjoyable.