Begin your Private St. Peter’s Basilica Dome Climb Tour in the magnificent St. Peter’s Square, where your expert guide introduces you to the awe-inspiring architecture and symbolism of this sacred space. Discover Bernini’s masterful colonnade embracing visitors from all over the world, and learn about the spiritual importance of this square, where thousands gather to hear the Pope’s blessing.

Step inside St. Peter’s Basilica, the heart of Catholicism and one of the most breathtaking churches on earth. Your guide will lead you through its greatest treasures: Michelangelo’s moving La Pietà, safeguarded behind glass; Bernini’s monumental bronze canopy over the High Altar; and the famed bronze statue of St. Peter, worn smooth by centuries of pilgrims’ touch. Along the way, admire chapels and memorials by Italy’s greatest artists, each revealing stories of faith, artistry, and power.

Next, prepare for the highlight of your experience: the climb to Michelangelo’s Dome, the tallest building in Rome. Take the elevator partway, then follow your guide to the interior gallery, where you’ll gaze down at the Basilica’s soaring interior from above. Continue your climb—281 steps—to the very summit. From the top, Rome stretches out in every direction, offering unforgettable panoramic views of the Eternal City, St. Peter’s Square, and beyond. Your guide provides historical context and insights, while giving you the freedom to ascend at your own pace.

After descending, the tour continues underground to the Papal Tombs, a solemn resting place of many Popes throughout history, and believed to be the burial site of St. Peter himself. Standing directly beneath Bernini’s Baldacchino, you’ll experience one of the most sacred spaces in all of Christendom.

This private tour combines art, history, spirituality, and breathtaking views into one unforgettable journey. Whether for faith, culture, or admiration of Renaissance genius, it is the ultimate way to experience St. Peter’s Basilica.