--- title: Rome St. Peter's Basilica Tour with exclusive Underground Access lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 26 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.53 reviews: 49 duration_minutes: 90 languages: [en, fr, es] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 112 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/rome-st-peter-s-basilica-tour-with-exclusive-underground-access/ --- # Rome St. Peter's Basilica Tour with exclusive Underground Access **Guidekin's take:** St Peter's with the underground grottoes, explained by a guide over radio headsets for €26 per person, for people who want the Basilica and the papal tombs without a museum ticket. Fees, taxes and headsets are included, transport is not. Fully wheelchair accessible, and no Museums or Sistine Chapel on this one. ## Overview Join our knowledgeable guides who will breathe life into the sites with historical context, engaging stories, and fascinating details. Your journey begins at the meeting point, where your guide provides a brief overview of Vatican City and St. Peter's Basilica. Explore the exterior of the Basilica, learning about its Renaissance design and symbolic significance in the Catholic Church. Step through the massive bronze doors into the awe-inspiring Nave, where colossal statues, intricate mosaics, and Gian Lorenzo Bernini's breathtaking Baldachin await. Encounter Michelangelo's renowned sculpture, the Pieta, as your guide shares insights into the artist's life and the emotional depth of this masterpiece. With limited group sizes, expect a personalized and interactive tour that promises to be unforgettable. ## Key facts - Price: from €26 per person - Duration: 1h 30m - Rating: 4.53/5 from 49 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Tripuo SRL ## 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 Tour | €26 / person | English | - | | French Tour | €26 / person | French | - | | Spanish Tour | €26 / person | French, English, Spanish | - | | private tour | €150 / person | English, Spanish | - | ## What's included - All Fees and Taxes - Radio Headset Equipment to Better Hear Your Guide ## Not included - Private transportation ## Itinerary 1. **St. Peter's Square** (5m) - Pause to admire the stunning view of St. Peter's Square and its Basilica. Discover its history and importance as a gathering place for the faithful. 2. **St. Peter's Basilica** (1h) - Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Vatican City with our exclusive one-hour tour of St. Peter's Basilica and Dome. Explore the rich history, awe-inspiring architecture, and spiritual significance of these iconic landmarks in a memorable experience. 3. **La Pieta** (5m; admission included) - Experience Michelangelo's world renowned sculpture, the Pieta, and gain insights into the artist's life and the emotional depth of this masterpiece from your guide. 4. **Baldacchino di San Pietro, Di Bernini** (5m; admission included) - Crafted in 1633 by Bernini, the baldachin was commissioned by Pope Urban VIII, showcasing the papacy's favor for the sculptor's masterful work. 5. **The Vatican Grottoes** (15m; admission included) - Explore the Mysterious Vatican Grottoes, nestled beneath the grandeur of St. Peter's Basilica, for a unique and contemplative experience. Serving as the final resting place for popes, cardinals, and notable figures in the Catholic Church, this sacred space invites you to... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 11:30, 12:30, 13:00, 14:00, 16:00 - 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 Piazza Risorgimento 00192 Roma RM.italy Find your guide at Piazza Risorgimento facing the green kiosk, holding our company logo flag ITALIAEXPLORER . ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## How it compares in Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Tours Ranked **#112 of 145** by Guidekin's weighted score (rating weighted by review volume). 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