
St. Peter's Basilica & Underground Express Guided Tour
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3.9/5
Based on 16 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is St. Peter's Basilica & Underground Express Guided Tour worth booking?
St. Peter's Basilica & Underground Express Guided Tour is a 1-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $15 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 16 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 3.9/5 (16)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $15 per person
Join a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. Learn about the history of the church and get introduced to Vatican City, the smallest country in the world. Discover the highlights of St. Peter's Basilica, the spiri
What you get
About this experience
Join a guided tour of St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. Learn about the history of the church and get introduced to Vatican City, the smallest country in the world. Discover the highlights of St. Peter's Basilica, the spiritual heart of Christianity, on a Private Guided tour in Rome. Admire the golden plated ceiling, optical illusions, Michelangelo’s Pietà, Bernini’s statues, and incredible mosaics. After a thorough tour of the church, head underground to the Vatican Grottoes. See the tomb of St. Peter, the final resting place of 90 popes, and the remaining columns from Constantine’s original basilica. Finish the tour at a charming fountain with drinkable water. Finally, return inside the church and revisit what you saw, or climb the dome of the Basilica and soak in panoramic views of the Eternal City.
What's included
Included
- Pietà of Bernini
- Undergound Papal Tombs
- St. Peter's Basilica Visit
- Licensed Guide
- St. Peter's Square Visit
Not included
- Vatican Museums
- Sistine Chapel
- Climbe to the Dome (9€ on site)
What you'll see and do
St. Peter's Basilica
Take part in the guided tour of the Tour of St. Peter, you will visit the square in front of the Basilica, its wonderful interiors, its works and the tombs of the popes who have marked history.
70 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rome
The meeting point for this activity is located in: Our dedicated team will wait for you holding our Orange Company Flag with Viva Roma Tours Logo.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The meeting point for this activity is located in: Our dedicated team will wait for you holding our Orange Company Flag with Viva Roma Tours Logo.
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St. Peter's Basilica & Underground Express Guided Tour
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Roots in Rome
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 16 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
16 verified traveler reviews for St. Peter's Basilica & Underground Express Guided Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Don’t waste your time or money!
This was the worst experience of our trip! We arrived 15 minutes early to the meeting point with no other instructions other than to look for an orange sign. We looked everywhere. Turns out it was at a cafe and she was sitting with a laptop, no group of tourists. When I went up to her she said the tour was at 2 pm not 3pm like my reservation said! She asked if I had received a message in whats app and I showed her I did not! I also showed her my Viator reservation and that I had already been charged! She went to look in her laptop and she conveniently said her laptop died and that I could request a refund through Viator. I did and still have not heard anything back! Book at your own risk!
via Viator
We came early to the meeting spot and there was no one there. Tried contacting the guide and the tour company no on resp
We came early to the meeting spot and there was no one there. Tried contacting the guide and the tour company no on responded. Waited for 40 mins and no one came. Very disappointing as we paid a lot for this tour
via Viator
Worth the Wait
It was incredibly thorough in terms of the information and history given by our tour guide, Tania. She was INCREDIBLE!!! Because we went after Ash Wednesday, the crowds and line were unseasonably long. However, Tania was so engaging and knowledgeable. She kept us glued to everything she said which made the long wait worth it!!!
via Viator
Good choice
Great organization, tour girl well educated and pleasant - she was thinking about everyone Good choice for a tour visit
via Viator
It was amazing....
It was amazing. With Olena (the guide), we were introduced to the history and enjoyed our trip. For sure recommend !!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $15 to $25
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
St. Peter's Basilica & Underground Express Guided Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does St. Peter's Basilica & Underground Express Guided Tour cost?
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Prices start at $15 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rome usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does St. Peter's Basilica & Underground Express Guided Tour take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rome is not rushed.
Is St. Peter's Basilica & Underground Express Guided Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 16 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule St. Peter's Basilica & Underground Express Guided Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is St. Peter's Basilica & Underground Express Guided Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book St. Peter's Basilica & Underground Express Guided Tour?
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Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rome can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rome and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does St. Peter's Basilica & Underground Express Guided Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rome within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rome?
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Rome runs on skip-the-line access. The Colosseum underground, the Vatican before opening, and the catacombs south of the walls all require a licensed operator, and the price gap between the good ones and the rest is smaller than you would expect. We rank by guide credentials, group size and how reliably the promised access actually materialises. On Outty we rank every Rome experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Class: Ravioli, Fettuccine & Fine Wine 5*, Pasta Making & Wine Tasting with Dinner in Frascati from Rome, Rome: Pizza & Tiramisu or Gelato Class with Flowing Fine Wine 5*. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
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April, May, September and October. August is hot and half the city is shut. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rome?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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