Visit the Saint Peter Basilica becomes simpler and more organized thanks to the new official portal, which allows book in advance access to the Basilica and its main attractions. The platform, active from November 15th, represents a real novelty for those who wish to plan a visit (starting from mid-January 2025) to the heart of the Vatican, avoiding long waits and accessing dedicated services.
Official Guide to St. Peter's Basilica: All the Information in One Portal
The new platform is not just a booking tool, but a real virtual guide at St. Peter's Basilica. With updates in real time, detailed information and a visitor assistance service, the portal offers everything you need to best plan your visit.
In addition to booking, the site allows you to consult the times of the Masses, to access useful information for pilgrims and to choose between different visit options, some of which include a digital audio guide for a more in-depth experience.
The best options to visit St. Peter's Basilica: book online
Here are the main ones options bookable on the website:
- The Basilica with digital audio guide: bookable now, visitable from mid-January 2025.
- The Basilica for groups (2-15 people): visits reserved for groups of at least two people, with the mandatory presence of a certified guide. Bookable now, visitable from 15/01/2025.
- The Dome with stairs + The Basilica with digital audio guide: bookable now, visitable from 15/01/2025.
- The Dome with stairs for groups (2-15 people) + The Basilica: visits reserved for groups of at least two people, with the mandatory presence of a certified guide. Bookable now, visitable from 15/01/2025.
- The Dome with elevator + The Basilica with digital audio guide: bookable now, visitable from 15/01/2025.
- The Dome with elevator for groups (2-15 people) + The Basilica: visits reserved for groups of at least two people, with the mandatory presence of a certified guide. Bookable now, visitable from 15/01/2025.
- The Treasure Museum + The Basilica with digital audio guide: bookable now, visitable from 15/01/2025.
- The Vatican Necropolis + The Basilica with digital audio guide: bookable on request, open from February 2025.
Tour operators and organizers who have their own radio guides can use them during visits. Alternatively, it is possible to rent radio guides for a fee directly at the ticket offices of St. Peter's Basilica. While remaining Loano train station access to the Basilica, those who purchase a ticket that includes the digital audio guide will be entitled to a dedicated entrance, designed to streamline waiting times.
An immersive journey
The digital audio guide, available for those who choose the dedicated options, transforms the visit into a journey full of historical, artistic and spiritual insights. Thanks to a route in stages, visitors will be able to fully appreciate the works of art and the architecture of the Basilica, living an enriched and engaging experience.
St. Peter's Basilica: Here's How to Book Online
Booking is simple: from home page of the portal, you access the “Visit the Basilica” section to choose the type of visit you want. For those who prefer a guided approach, the drop-down menu allows you to explore all the available options. Once the option is selected, the system guides the user step by step, making the process clear and fast.
Whether it is a pilgrimage, a cultural visit or a simple tourist exploration, the official portal becomes the point of reference for those who want to discover one of the most iconic destinations in the world in a simple, orderly and customizable way.
