St. Peter's Square
Vatican City trip ideas
St. Peter's Square
St. Peter's Square

St. Peter's Square Tours and Tickets

91,130 reviews

Editor's note: If you're traveling to Rome during the Rome Jubilee (Dec 24, 2024–Jan 6, 2026), expect heavier traffic and restorations on major landmarks. Plan in advance to avoid disappointment, and note that there may be some last-minute disruption to tour inclusions.

The heart of Rome's Vatican City is St. Peter's Square (Piazza San Pietro), the grand space that provides a magnificent approach to St. Peter's Basilica. Designed by Bernini in the 17th century, Piazza San Pietro is lined by semicircular colonnades four columns deep on either side that seem to reach out and enfold visitors in an embrace.

  • Open daily
  • Piazza San Pietro, Vatican City, 00120

Tours and Tickets to Experience St. Peter's Square

When are you traveling?
Time of Day
Duration
Price
$0
$500+
Rating
Specials
Vatican City Categories

482 results

Best Seller
Skip the Line: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with St. Peter's Basilica Access
4.7
(5,315)

Skip the Line: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with St. Peter's Basilica Access

This Vatican Museums Skip-the-Line Tour is a great choice for first-time visitors and travelers that prefer to bypass the long lines that the Vatican can attract. Skip the entrance lines with your tour group and then explore the highlights of the museums, including the Sistine Chapel and Raphael's Rooms, with a guide leading the way. Plus, this tour also gives you skip-the-line access to St. Peter's Basilica (morning tours only; and not on Wednesdays).
... More
  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
from
$41
Likely to Sell Out
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour
4.5
(35,498)

Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour

Discover the Vatican on a group tour of the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museums with an expert guide. Navigate the vast complex of rooms, artwork, and history with a guide, who brings the ancient collection to life. Skip all the entrance lines to explore halls such as the Gallery of the Maps; step inside the Sistine Chapel to admire ‘The Creation of Adam’ by Michelangelo and finish your tour visiting St. Peter's Basilica. Choose from several departures, or upgrade to a small-group tour.
... More
  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
from
$83
Price varies by group size
Skip-the-Line Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's | Small Group
4.9
(5,079)

Skip-the-Line Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's | Small Group

Save time in the smallest country in the world with priority access tickets to the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. This hassle-free tour take you to some of the Vatican's must-see sights. Rather than get lost in the enormous churches and museums, your guide picks the best sights for you to see.
... More
  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
from
$72
Skip the Line: Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel & Raphael Rooms + Basilica Access
4.7
(1,242)

Skip the Line: Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel & Raphael Rooms + Basilica Access

Save time and hassle with skip-the-line access to the Vatican on a guided tour. Pick from morning or afternoon departure times to suit your schedule. Bypass the crowds and head straight into the museums and the Sistine Chapel. Learn more about Italian culture, art, and history as you explore the museum’s wings and galleries—including the Pine Cone Courtyard and Raphael Rooms—and chapel, and get priority access to St. Peter's Basilica.
... More
  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
from
$41
Skip-the-Line Group Tour of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica
4.6
(9,589)

Skip-the-Line Group Tour of the Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica

Make the most of your valuable vacation time by avoiding the long line at the Vatican Museums. You save hours of waiting time by booking a group tour with skip-the-line admission. Follow your guide on a carefully-crafted itinerary and hear informative commentary as you admire the art and architecture. Admission is included to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica.
... More
  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
from
$51
Tour of St Peter's Basilica with Dome Climb and Grottoes in a Small Group
4.6
(2,071)

Tour of St Peter's Basilica with Dome Climb and Grottoes in a Small Group

Enjoy a rare bird’s-eye view over Rome with this tour of St. Peter’s Basilica that includes a climb to the top of its dome. Visit St. Peter’s Square and church with an art historian guide to marvel at its Renaissance art and architecture. Then head underground to see the grottoes and St. Peter's tomb before climbing the dome to admire the church interiors and the surrounding city from above.
... More
  • 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
from
$56
Price varies by group size
Skip the Line Vatican, Sistine Chapel, Basilica & Papal Tomb Tour
4.6
(3,623)

Skip the Line Vatican, Sistine Chapel, Basilica & Papal Tomb Tour

Discover the sacred and artistic treasures of the Vatican on an immersive tour led by an art historian guide. Skip the long lines with priority access, and see some of the most important masterpieces in the Vatican Museum’s immense collection. Stand in awe beneath Michelangelo’s frescoes in the Sistine Chapel, and learn the stories behind the art through an audio headset so you don’t miss a word of your guide’s commentary.
... More
  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
from
$83
VIP Vatican, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour with Vatican Grottoes
4.8
(690)

VIP Vatican, Sistine Chapel & Basilica Tour with Vatican Grottoes

Discover the best of the Vatican on this comprehensive small-group tour. Avoid the crowds with skip-the-line tickets and make the most of your time in the sacred city-state. Visit the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel and listen to informative commentary from your guide. See masterpieces from Michelangelo, Raphael, and Caravaggio, and head into the grottoes of St. Peter's Basilica to see the Papal tombs.
... More
  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
from
$83
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour
4.6
(3,369)

Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St Peter’s Basilica Guided Tour

Tens of thousands of people visit the Vatican Museums each day to see St. Peter’s Basilica, masterpieces by the likes of Michelangelo and Raphael, and the Sistine Chapel. Secure your access to the UNESCO-listed complex and tour the Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica with a guide—plus, bypass most entrance lines at all three sites.
... More
  • 3 hours
from
$77
Rome: Escorted Papal Audience Experience with Entry Ticket
4.2
(21)

Rome: Escorted Papal Audience Experience with Entry Ticket

Enjoy a rare opportunity to attend the Papal Audience in Vatican City and hear Pope Francis deliver his weekly address to the people. This morning tour includes guided walk to St Peter’s Square, where you’ll enjoy the Papal Audience against a backdrop of St Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums, and have chance to say a prayer with the Pope.
... More
  • 2 to 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
from
$21
Comprehensive Rome Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia Cruise Port
4.8
(4)

Comprehensive Rome Shore Excursion from Civitavecchia Cruise Port

Embark on a full-day shore excursion from Civitavecchia to explore Rome’s iconic landmarks. Visit the Pantheon, Saint Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City, and see the exterior of the Colosseum. Marvel at the Trevi Fountain, Trajan’s Forum, and enjoy free time in the vibrant city center. Insightful commentary from your guide and comfortable transportation to and from the port is provided for a seamless experience.
... More
  • 7 hours
  • Free Cancellation
from
$72
Rome Small-Group Shared Tour from Civitavecchia: 8 People Max
4.9
(366)

Rome Small-Group Shared Tour from Civitavecchia: 8 People Max

Discover the highlights of Rome during your time docked in Civitavecchia Port, on this small-group shore excursion. The itinerary allows you to enjoy the main attractions such as the Arch of Constantine, the Victor Emmanuel monument, Capitoline Hill, the Spanish Steps, the Roman Forum, and the Trevi Fountain comfortably and easily.
... More
  • 9 hours
  • Free Cancellation
from
$145
Rome: The Original Entire Vatican Tour & St. Peter's Dome Climb
4.8
(1,728)

Rome: The Original Entire Vatican Tour & St. Peter's Dome Climb

Begin your Vatican experience a little differently with a guided climb up to the top of Michelangelo's dome atop St. Peter's Basilica. After enjoying sweeping views of Vatican City and Rome beyond, proceed inside for a tour of the church and its artworks. Then zip past the line at the Vatican Museums to explore the galleries and the Sistine Chapel with your guide. This half-day tour begins in the early morning, before most of the crowds arrive at the Vatican.
... More
  • 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
from
$149
Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Fast-Track Tour
4.2
(1,594)

Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Fast-Track Tour

See the highlights of Vatican City ON this skip-the-line tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Join a knowledgeable guide for a visit to the incomparable Vatican Museums—home to one of the most extensive and impressive art collections in the world. Admire the Raphael Rooms and take in the incomparable frescos of the Sistine Chapel.
... More
  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
from
$94
Rome: Complete Early Morning Vatican Tour | Small Group
4.9
(1,597)

Rome: Complete Early Morning Vatican Tour | Small Group

The Vatican Museums attract millions of visitors every year and have the crowds and lines to match. On this tour, experience the Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums, and Raphael Rooms without feeling rushed. Explore in the comfort of a small group and hear your guide clearly with the provided earphones.
... More
  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
from
$114
In-depth Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica & Square
4.5
(42)

In-depth Guided Tour of St. Peter's Basilica & Square

When you visit Vatican City, learn more about St. Peter’s Basilica and the sweeping St. Peter’s Square with a guide. Choose between a private or a small-group tour when you book, then hear the history behind these two impressive Vatican sites. The basilica is often busy, so you’ll use headsets to make sure you catch all the commentary as you explore.
... More
  • 1 hour
  • Free Cancellation
from
$26
Price varies by group size
Rome: VIP Vatican Breakfast with Guided Tour & Sistine Chapel
4.5
(1,699)

Rome: VIP Vatican Breakfast with Guided Tour & Sistine Chapel

Embark on an extraordinary journey at the Vatican with this semi-private morning tour that includes an American-style breakfast inside the Vatican’s Courtyard. You’ll explore the Vatican Museums before they open to the general public so you can admire famous sights like the Sistine Chapel in a more intimate atmosphere before finishing with skip-the-line access to St Peter’s Basilica through a reserved entrance.
... More
  • 3 hours
from
$124
Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica Tour
4.6
(530)

Rome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica Tour

Discover the priceless treasures in the Vatican’s art collection—and visit Vatican City's most important landmarks—on this introductory tour. Upon arrival, skip the long lines and head right inside the Vatican Museums. See Michelangelo’s world-famous Sistine Chapel, venture to the Tapestries Gallery and other museum highlights, and then transfer to neighboring St. Peter’s Basilica. Headsets are included so you can hear your guide’s commentary clearly as you explore.
... More
  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
from
$103
Skip the Line: Small Group Vatican Tour with Basilica Access
4.9
(526)

Skip the Line: Small Group Vatican Tour with Basilica Access

Gain access to the renowned Vatican Museums without waiting in long lines with this small-group insider tour. First, skip the line at the entrance, and head in to explore the main exhibits. Visit the Gallery of the Maps, the Pio Clementino Museum, the Raphael Rooms, and other galleries and wings—plus the Sistine Chapel. Afterward, skip the lines at St. Peter’s Basilica and head inside to explore independently.
... More
  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Free Cancellation
from
$83
Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica with Pick-up
4.9
(107)

Private Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Basilica with Pick-up

This private tour of the Vatican Museums includes luxury one-way transport with pickup from your hotel. Avoid long wait times with your priority ticket and skip the line to see these world-famous wonders. Admire Michelangelo’s frescoed masterpiece on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel; visit the Gallery of Tapestries; and step foot inside the imposing St. Peter’s Basilica. You’re ensured VIP treatment with a private chauffeur to the Vatican.
... More
  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
from
$253
Price varies by group size
St. Peter's Basilica Dome, Basilica & Underground Grottoes Tour
4.2
(157)

St. Peter's Basilica Dome, Basilica & Underground Grottoes Tour

Climb to the top of the highest point in the Vatican City, the dome of St. Peter’s Basilica, and get panoramic views over historic Rome and the Vatican state from this Renaissance masterpiece. Along with getting fast access inside the basilica after your ascent, you can experience and explore the basilica treasures and the Vatican Crypts with your expert English-speaking guide.
... More
  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
from
$54
Papal Audience Experience with Pope Francis
4.8
(102)

Papal Audience Experience with Pope Francis

Go beyond just visiting the buildings of the Vatican City by attending an unforgettable Papal Audience. Not only see the Pope but listen to his words of wisdom, hymns, and prayers at this weekly event. Remove the hassle by having your tickets reserved and picked up for you. You'll have a prime spot in the audience, and can explore St. Peter's Square independently after.
... More
  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
from
$38
Vatican Combo Tour with Sistine Chapel & Dome Climb
4.5
(125)

Vatican Combo Tour with Sistine Chapel & Dome Climb

Cover the highlights of the Vatican in a single day with this complete tour that touches on the top sights inside the vast complex. Begin by climbing to the top of St. Peter’s dome to take in sweeping views over Rome, then descend to visit the basilica and underground papal tombs. Continue to the Vatican Museums with your guide to take in the most important masterpieces, ending in the Sistine Chapel.
... More
  • 5 hours
  • Free Cancellation
from
$95
Vespa Sidecar Tour In Rome with Gelato
5.0
(204)

Vespa Sidecar Tour In Rome with Gelato

Helmets on for an exhilarating ride around Rome. If you are short on time, or want a whistle-stop tour of all the major sites before exploring at your own pace, do so in style on a Vespa. Visit the highlights, from the Colosseum to the Vatican, with commentary from your driver, and hop off at your designated spots to take a closer look at the monuments and sample some gelato.
... More
  • 3 hours
  • Free Cancellation
from
$114
123
...
21

What are people saying about St. Peter's Square

Amazing Vatican City TourRome: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica Tour
Marilyn_L, Oct 2024
Amazing Vatican City Tour
We enjoyed this tour very much. Louisa, our guide, was very knowledgeable and pleasant. She was considerate of my husband’s ambulatory limitations and concerned for his safety. Seeing the Vatican, the Sistine Chapel and the museums was amazing. Lots of steps but well worth it. Viator has the best tours!
Be ready to walk, tour...Skip-the-Line Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's | Small Group
Nakia_W, Jan 2025
Be ready to walk, tour...
Be ready to walk, tour guide was very knowledgeable. Appreciate how she took the time to answer all questions & explain everything.
Eugene was an excellent...Skip-the-Line Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's | Small Group
Melissa_B, Jan 2025
Eugene was an excellent...
Eugene was an excellent guide. Very easy to fine meet up point. Great tour! Very informative! We had a great time.
Fabio was an excellent...Rome: The Original Entire Vatican Tour & St. Peter's Dome Climb
Anjel_S, Jan 2025
Fabio was an excellent...
Fabio was an excellent guide who was very knowledgeable about the art and influences of the various periods of Rome.
People Also Ask
Q:What do you see on a tour of St. Peter's Square?
A:

On a tour of St. Peter's Square, you'll see the grand obelisk, the iconic colonnades designed by Bernini, statues of saints, and the monumental façade of St. Peter's Basilica. Few tours stop only at the square—most continue to other parts of Rome or head inside the Basilica and the Vatican.

Q:Is visiting St. Peter's Square worth it?
A:

Yes, visiting St. Peter’s Square is worth it. It’s the most prominent public square in Rome (and the Catholic world) and is worth seeing for its historical significance and architecture. The square is also in the heart of Rome, near the Vatican, the Mausoleum of Hadrian, also known as Castel Sant'Angelo, and the Tiber River.

Q:Does St. Peter's Square have a dress code?
A:

No, St. Peter’s Square is a public space with no dress code unless it’s blocked for an event. The Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica have a dress code that requires all visitors to dress modestly, cover their shoulders and knees, and remove hats or caps. Women may wear hats to mass.

Q:Are there any events or ceremonies held in St. Peter's Square?
A:

Yes, St. Peter's Square hosts special events and ceremonies throughout the year, especially during Catholic holiday periods. Special events include the Papal Audience, usually on Wednesday mornings while the Pope is in Rome, and masses and other group celebrations during religious holidays such as Christmas, Easter, and New Year's Day.

Q:Can I enter St. Peter's Basilica from St. Peter's Square?
A:

Yes, you can enter St. Peter's Basilica from St. Peter's Square. In addition to the main entrance off the public square, there’s a secret entrance through the right side of the Sistine Chapel. Once inside the basilica, you’ll need tickets to visit the Cupola, Sacristy & Treasury Museum, and Necropolis.

Q:Can I visit St. Peter's Square on my own?
A:

Yes, you can visit St. Peter's Square in Rome on your own. The square is a public space and requires neither admission nor a guided tour. That said, a guided tour can help you appreciate the history and architecture of the religious site, and it typically continues inside the basilica and the Vatican Museums.

More Tours in Vatican City

Things to do near Vatican City

More attractions near Vatican City

Help CenterCustomer CarePrivacy and Cookies StatementAbout ViatorNewsViator blog
© 1997-2025 Viator, Inc.
Terms & Conditions