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St. Peter'S Basilica, Rome, Italy
Explore the captivating allure of St. Peter's Square Basilica through an engaging guided tour. Delve into the rich tapestry of its historical significance and architectural marvels, while also discovering the sacred sanctuaries below ground—pilgrims' tombs that echo centuries of reverence.
Strengthen your appreciation for the magnificence of St. Peter's Basilica through an engaging guided tour of its intricate interior and the fascinating subterranean papal tombs. Commence with a brief orientation tour of St. Peter's Square, followed by an exploration of the majestic structure itself. Delve into the rich historical narrative of Vatican City and witness the awe-inspiring architecture and artistry of the basilica.
Marvel at some of the most celebrated artworks within the basilica, including Michelangelo's poignant Pietà sculpture and Gian Lorenzo Bernini's breathtaking statuary. Witness the extraordinary mosaic masterpieces that adorn the walls and ceilings of the church.
Upon completing your tour of the interior, proceed to explore the Vatican Grottos below ground level. Here, you will encounter the sacred tombs of Saint Peter himself, along with those of numerous pontiffs, and admire the remnants of Constantine's original basilica.
Your tour concludes here, offering several options for further engagement. Choose to revisit the basilica and immerse yourself in its serene ambiance, or opt to purchase tickets for the summit experience, granting you access to the iconic dome for a 360-degree panorama of Rome.
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| Highlights | Conduct a guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica and its hidden Papal Tombs. Gain insights into the origins of Christianity and witness the construction of the basilica. Marvel at the burial sites of former popes within these tombs. Examine awe-inspiring works of art, including those by Bernini and Michelangelo, particularly the Pietà. After the tour, ascend the dome for panoramic vistas. |
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St. Peter'S Basilica, Rome, Italy
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0.99 mi
3.04 mi
3.29 mi
3.17 mi
3.91 mi
3.54 mi
4.72 mi
4.16 mi
5.28 mi
5.28 mi
The primary focus of the guided tour is to explore the captivating allure of St. Peter's Square Basilica, providing insights into its historical significance, architectural marvels, and the subterranean papal tombs.
Visitors can engage with several celebrated artworks within the basilica, including Michelangelo's Pietà sculpture and Gian Lorenzo Bernini's statuary. Additionally, they can admire the mosaic masterpieces that adorn the walls and ceilings of the church.
The tour begins with a brief orientation tour of St. Peter's Square.
As part of the tour, visitors will visit the Vatican Grottos below ground level, where they can discover the sacred tombs of Saint Peter himself and other pontiffs, along with the remnants of Constantine's original basilica.
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