--- title: Guided Tour of St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Grottoes lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 15 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.88 reviews: 94 duration_minutes: 90 languages: [en, it] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 53 of 145 (Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-12 data_updated: 2026-09-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/guided-tour-of-st-peter-s-basilica-and-the-vatican-grottoes/ --- # Guided Tour of St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Grottoes **Guidekin's take:** The Basilica and the Vatican Grottoes with a guide and radio earpieces at €15 per person, for people who want the Pietà, the nave and the tombs explained without the dome climb or a museum day, rated 4.88 across 94 reviews. Dome tickets are not included. Offered in English or Italian. ## Overview Explore the iconic St. Peter’s Basilica with an expert guide, delving into its rich history and art. Marvel at Michelangelo’s Pietà, wander through the stunning central nave, and discover the serene Vatican Grottoes, where popes and saints rest. This 1.5-hour tour offers a profound yet accessible glimpse into one of the world's most significant religious sites without the need for a dome climb. - Expert-led tour focusing on the art and history of St. Peter’s Basilica - Admire the renowned Pietà by Michelangelo - Visit the Vatican Grottoes, the burial site of popes and saints - Ideal for those seeking an insightful Vatican experience ## Key facts - Price: from €15 per person - Duration: 1h 30m - Rating: 4.88/5 from 94 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Mirò Tour ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | English Guided Tour | €15 / person | English | - | | Tour in Italiano | €15 / person | Italian | - | ## What's included - tourist guide - Radios with earpieces ## Not included - dome tickets ## Itinerary 1. **St. Peter's Basilica** (1h 30m; admission included) - At the meeting point, in front of Galleria San Pietro, you will be welcomed by the guide holding the sign. After a brief introduction in St. Peter’s Square, the experience begins with a visit to the Vatican Grottoes, where popes and saints rest in a place rich in history.... ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 12:00, 15:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-12 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point The meeting point is at Largo del Colonnato 2, right in front of the entrance to Galleria San Pietro. Your guide will be easy to recognize, holding a “MiRò Tours” sign. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## How it compares in Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours Ranked **#53 of 145** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). Alternatives worth comparing: 1. [private-vatican-highlights-guided-tour-with-sistine-chapel](https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/private-vatican-highlights-guided-tour-with-sistine-chapel/?format=md) — 4.99 (1486) 2. [rome-complete-early-morning-vatican-tour-small-group](https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/rome-complete-early-morning-vatican-tour-small-group/?format=md) — 4.94 (2766) 3. 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