About this experience
St. Peter's Basilica is the beating heart of the Vatican, hiding the sacred secrets of the Christian world and numerous works of art. You will admire the masterpieces of Michelangelo and Bernini, ancient sculptures, and mosaics. Descend into the underground grottoes and see the tomb of St. Peter. And I will tell you the stories and legends of this amazing place.
What to Expect
Journey through the Ages
You will learn how a place of mass executions became the center of religious life and turned into the largest Catholic cathedral in the world. How its construction took place, what difficulties the masters overcame, and what are the features of Michelangelo's dome - the basilica's hallmark. I will also share intrigues and juicy details related to the personal lives of the Roman popes.
Touch of Beauty
The interior of the basilica, woven from precious marble and mosaics, will give you a feeling of celebration and light. I will show you its main artistic treasures: Michelangelo's sculptural composition 'Lamentation of Christ' and Bernini's Baldachin. The most thrilling moment will be the three-meter descent into the underground grottoes, where the sacred niche with the relics of the apostle Peter is located.
Organizational Details
Entrance to St. Peter's Basilica is free.
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Irina
February 14, 2024
Many thanks to Natalia for the tour and other consultations she provided to us. Thanks to her, our trip to Rome was very well-organized and interesting. We will be happy to recommend Natalia to our friends who are also traveling to Rome. Special thanks for helping us choose restaurants that are typi...
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Ekaterina
January 22, 2024
A very interesting tour! You need to come early for the tour, as the line in the square forms very quickly. We, of course, at our own risk, agreed to a slightly later time, but what a surprise it was for us that Natalia arrived earlier and took our place in line, so we didn't have to stand in it! Ve...
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Natalia
December 30, 2023
Natalia is a very pleasant and attentive person. The tour was well thought out and structured, we enjoyed what we saw and heard! Before the tour, Natalia was always in touch, after the tour she gave recommendations on sights, restaurants, and shops!)) Natalia, thank you so much for the time spent wi...
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