Step inside the world’s largest basilica with Touriks’ small-group guided walk through St. Peter’s Square and Basilica. Discover hidden architectural features, masterpieces like Michelangelo’s Pietà, and subterranean grottoes rich in history.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most visitors with basic mobility; involves standing and walking indoors.
Wildlife
History
St. Peter’s Basilica sits atop the burial site of Saint Peter, one of Christ’s apostles and the Catholic Church’s first pope.
Conservation
The Vatican maintains strict conservation efforts to preserve ancient mosaics and marble, limiting visitor impact through controlled access.
Touriks
Step inside the world’s largest basilica with Touriks’ small-group guided walk through St. Peter’s Square and Basilica. Discover hidden architectural features, masterpieces like Michelangelo’s Pietà, and subterranean grottoes rich in history.
Touriks is a Rome-based tour operator located in Roma, Lazio that specializes in guided cultural and archaeological experiences across the city and Vatican area.
Specializing in in-depth guided visits of St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s Square, Touriks offers semi-private, private, and small-group formats that include dome climbs, visits to the underground grottoes, and guided exploration of St. Peter’s tomb.
The company also guides visitors through Rome’s subterranean heritage, including Roman Catacombs, the underground temples of San Clemente, and other proto-Christian basilicas. Selected catacombs tours include private transfer options noted in tour descriptions.
Touriks’ program includes a broad range of Rome itineraries: Colosseum underground and arena tours, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill walks, Pantheon and Navona Square visits with access to underground sites, Caracalla Baths and Circus Maximus visits, Trastevere walks with subterranean sites, and guided visits to Castel Sant'Angelo and the Borghese Gallery.
Individual tour descriptions emphasize major artworks and architectural highlights such as Michelangelo’s Pietà, the mosaics of St. Peter’s, and Bernini’s design of St. Peter’s Square. Touriks is featured on The Adventure Collective, where its Rome tours are listed with factual itineraries and booking details.
All tour listings state location, format, and options so travelers can select dome climbs, underground grottoes, transfers, or private and small-group experiences when available.
Location
Roma, Lazio
Based in Rome, Italy
Group Options
Private & Small-Group
Private, semi-private and small-group tours
Featured On
The Adventure Collective
Listed on The Adventure Collective
Highlights
Basilica to Catacombs
Tours from St. Peter’s to undergrounds
Select a St. Peter’s Basilica tour, dome climb, catacombs visit or Colosseum experience and secure a guided Rome itinerary that fits travel style.
Arrive Early
Getting to St. Peter’s Square before your tour helps you avoid heavy crowds and security lines.
Dress Appropriately
Wear clothing covering shoulders and knees to meet Vatican dress codes for Basilica entry.
Comfortable Footwear Recommended
Expect extensive walking on uneven marble floors and stairs within the Basilica.
Photography Restrictions
Flash photography is prohibited inside the Basilica; silent modes are best for preserving the atmosphere.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Needed for navigating extensive marble floors and stairs inside the Basilica.
Light Layered Clothing
Adaptable clothing helps with temperature variations during spring tours.
spring
Sun Hat & Sunglasses
Protect yourself from the sun during time spent in St. Peter’s Square before and after the tour.
summer
Small Backpack
Useful for carrying water, a guidebook, and light snacks to stay comfortable during and after the tour.