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St. Peter's Basilica

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St. Peter's Basilica

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St. Peter's Basilica
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41 015
#1 of 53 things to do in Vatican City
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Churches & Cathedrals
7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
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Arguably one of the finest Cathedrals in the entire world, St. Peter's is the spiritual center of the Vatican and the product of many of Italy's great Renaissance's architects, among them Bramante, Raphael and Michelangelo.
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The area
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Neighbourhood: Vatican / Borgo
Frocked priests, colorful Swiss Guards, insistent souvenir shop owners, flag-waving tour guides, and pilgrims from around the world. This is the Vatican and Borgo, Rome's most recognized neighbourhood which acts as Vatican City's front yard. Aside from the souvenir boutiques and a few food spots, the only business conducted here is papal. In the daytime, the tiny medieval sector bustles with holy activity, as visitors vie for elbow room, or stand in line for a visit. Once the sun sets, the neighbourhood is transformed into a quiet and picturesque hamlet.
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Popular mentions
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41 015 reviews
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faeimmmario
Heidelberg, Germany600 contributions
The world's largest church
Nov 2021
A trip to Vatican City would not be complete without visiting St Peter’s Basilica, the largest church in the world.
We climbed first thing in the morning at 7:30am, before the crowds swarmed the place - and had the Dome all to ourselves for a while.
The interior of the Basilica is breathtaking - construction was completed in 1626, its architecture and design much influenced by Michelangelo, Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Raphael.
Fun fact: The facade of St Peter’s Basilica is made with the marble stairs “recycled” from the Colosseum
Written 1 January 2022
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K R
Bristol, UK6 contributions
Magnificent place
Nov 2021
By far the best church we saw in Rome and there are loads of them in this city so it says a lot. Seeing La Pieta is a must and if you get a chance go to the undergrounds where the majority of the Popes are buried.
Written 13 December 2021
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MauricioBabilonia
Denver, CO1 519 contributions
So many details to look at
Dec 2021 • Couples
There is little that has not been said about this visit, but I would like to point out the multitude of sights inside the Basilica. Small details abound and can be easily enjoyed. There are areas to pray for those that want a more reflective visit. Mass was being conducted on the left side of the main altar when we were visiting.
Written 12 December 2021
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Bob B
3 contributions
the most beautiful church
Dec 2021
Probably one of the most beautiful things we have seen in Italy. The size is beyond belief and the art is uncomparable. We toured the church with a guide, which was a good idea because there was so much to learn. There was a bit of a line for security check and covid check ( they take your temperature) but it went quickly. This is a must if you visit Rome.
Written 7 December 2021
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NRH2013
Vienna, Austria165 contributions
Gigantic and almost empty
Dec 2021
Visited on an extremely wet day in December. After the gardens, the museums, the necropolis. The space is awe-inspiring.
Written 6 December 2021
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Bones6t
Dublin, Ireland1 124 contributions
St Peters Good
Dec 2021
It is best to visit here early in the morning. I arrived just after 9 am and there was no queue. When I was leavig a t 10.30 am, the queue was over ten times longer. I pased on the guided tour and visitied the Basilica on my own. It is an impressive building and well worth visiting.
Written 2 December 2021
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Line W
Kyiv (Kiev), Ukraine130 contributions
The most impressive church ever
Nov 2021 • Couples
The most impressive church I’ve ever seeing,
Only free of charge sightseeing in Vatican.
There is always line to get in, but it’s smart and fast, it’s obviously worth seeing. It’s beautiful, huge, historical, and you will fill vibe of the place. I was there for few times, and definitely come back here!!!
Written 18 November 2021
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Robert M
Otley, UK39 contributions
Wonderful views
Nov 2021
Beautiful basilica and resting place of the First Pope - Paul. Lovely inside the basilica but i really enjoyed the trip up to the dome (500 / elevator plus 370 steps) which gives amazing areal views of the basilica and also the city itself.
Written 13 November 2021
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KrisBerw
Ghent, Belgium400 contributions
Fantastic experience, even for pagans like myself
Nov 2021
Fantastic experience in a place full of history and spirituality, even for an poor old pagan as myself. Impressive and beautiful. Free of charge. Sometimes long queues to enter.
Written 5 November 2021
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Kim R
Southlake, TX24 contributions
Incredible
Oct 2021
We walked in at the start of 5 o'clock mass and it took my breath away. We heard the organ, the choir and the service while we took in the incredible art and history in the basilica. Not to be missed, regardless of religious background!
Written 5 November 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions about St. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Basilica is open:
  • Sun - Sat 07:00 - 18:30
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St. Peter's Basilica admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost R 368,38, while a popular guided tour starts around R 89,82 per person. See all 895 St. Peter's Basilica tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
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