Europe
Italy
Lazio
Vatican City
Vatican City Attractions
St. Peter's Basilica
See all things to do

St. Peter's Basilica

See all things to do
See all things to do
St. Peter's Basilica
5
41,346 reviews
#1 of 53 things to do in Vatican City
Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Churches & Cathedrals
Read more
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
Write a review
About
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.
Suggested duration
< 1 hour
Suggest edits to improve what we show.
Improve this listing
Admission tickets
from RM 101.03
All you need to step foot in the door.
Full view
What is Travellers’ Choice?
Tripadvisor gives a Travellers’ Choice award to accommodations, attractions and restaurants that consistently earn great reviews from travellers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.
Top ways to experience St. Peter's Basilica
See all
The area
Address
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.
Best nearby
Restaurants
5,993 within 5 kms
Bono Bottega Nostrana - San Pietro
1,211
0.3 km$ • Italian • Mediterranean • Romana
Pizza Zizza Caffetteria Birreria Desserteria
3,415
0.3 km$ • Italian • Pizza • Fast food
EGG
1,565
0.4 km$ • Italian • Fast food • Mediterranean
Angelo Ristorante Trattoria - Bar
120
0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • Romana • Lazio
Scialla the Original Streetfood
529
0.4 km$ • Italian • Pizza • Mediterranean
Pizza & Sandwich da Pasquale
341
0.4 km$ • Quick Bites • Italian • Pizza
Feffo
246
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Dessert • Italian • Cafe
Pastasciutta - San Pietro
2,180
0.4 km$ • Quick Bites • Italian • Fast food
Ristorante Arlù
2,994
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • Mediterranean • European
Osteria Padì
552
0.4 km$ • Italian • Seafood • Mediterranean
See all
Attractions
2,034 within 10 kms
Vatican Grottoes
454
31 mSpeciality Museums • Religious Sites
St. Peter Enthroned
317
33 mMonuments & Statues
Porta Santa
606
37 mPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Sistine Chapel
20,203
88 mHistoric Sites • Architectural Buildings
La Pieta
4,594
77 mMonuments & Statues
Cupola di San Pietro
3,381
0.1 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings
Vatican Necropolis
878
0.1 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Cemeteries
Vatican City
7,258
0.1 kmHistoric Walking Areas • Religious Sites
Fontane di Piazza San Pietro
164
0.1 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Fountains
St. Peter's Square
8,922
0.2 kmHistoric Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
See all
Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
Popular mentions
5.0
41,347 reviews
Excellent
34,100
Very good
5,540
Average
1,120
Poor
312
Terrible
281
Lewis D
Alton, UK10 contributions
Too busy
Mar 2023 • Couples
Way too busy, unable to see properly because they crowded too many people inside. It really depends how much you want to go whether you would be happy with it
Written 19 March 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
PaulJC
7 contributions
St Peters
Mar 2023
A long wait outside (not so bad if the weather is ok) and then security checks similar to an airport. Both the outside and inside of St Peters are incredible and this is a must for anyone visiting Rome.
Written 17 March 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
evaHampshire_12
Andover, UK77 contributions
Blue Badge holder unwelcome at St Peters Italy
Mar 2023 • Friends
1/5

Which is Over Generous! Being a Blue Badge Holder. Upon arriving at the dome entrance cashier, we started to get shouted at, before I even showed “Louis” (the cashier) my Blue Badge! Myself and sister were humiliated beyond belief. When paying the Dome cashier, (roughly 2pm) I was asked if I had a carer (as i hold a Blue Badge) I said yes, at this “Louis” the cashier told me to proceed through with her and her husband that had payed for his ticket. We were half way towards the Dome entrance when we were called back by another Security Guard who said it was the Ticket man called “Louis” discretion if Carer went in free. We were under the impression that this had all been sorted. Does paying at the entrance with a Disabled Badge depend on if the face fits or, what nationality you are? Seems odd to me that admission falls on the shoulders of Cashier “Louis”. Correct Policy and Procedures were not consistent throughout the Vatican, as at the other entrance to the Vatican, a Carer Automatically goes in with the Blue Badge holder, no questions asked.
He then proceeded to shout very very loud and be Extremely Rude in front of Everyone, I told him it wasn’t an issue, happy to pay, but no! he carried on and on with the shouting in Italian (could of been talking Chinese, as I didn’t understand a Word!) My sister then told him how rude he was being, and should not be talking to the public (or anyone for that matter) like that especially working for the Vatican, a place of Piece and Tolerance!
He needs Anger Management and lucky my husband wasn’t there, as “Louis” would been dealt with in a very different manner!!! Beware when buying tickets to the Dome people.
He needs to be Fired!! A Major Tourist Attraction should be aware of Protocols from other Countries (I’m sure I’m not the first British Blue Badge holder to have gone in)
Dome itself Amazing!
Written 14 March 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Big_Jeff_Leo
St Helens, UK21,876 contributions
Incredible to behold - but book a Tour!
Mar 2023
You can enter St.Peter's for Free, but you will spend a long time in a queue that can be avoided. If you book a tour then this will include a guide and the fast entry. We chose a tour that included the dome, cathedral and crypt. The Dome offers an astounding view of Rome. The first 200 steps are taken care of by an elevator, but the next few hundred you will have to climb yourself which is not easy. (Do not attempt this if you have health or mobility issues). If you just go to the first level you can still enjoy the view of the interior and the magnificent dome above - up close. The Guide was just excellent and pointed out the main monuments and points of interest and then lead us down to the crypt to see the tombs of the Popes. There is no photography here but everywhere else has no restrictions. It is of course very busy but the amazing size and beauty of the structure is awe inspiring and well worth you going for the up-grade.
Written 10 March 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
David
Salisbury, UK15 contributions
Well worth the wait,
Mar 2023 • Couples
Wow what a fantastic church, I have seen a few on my travels but this is the cream of crop, the queue was very long but moves quickly, we were there on a Wednesday morning and as luck would have it we saw the Pope and only 4 meters away, all In all a great day.
Written 10 March 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Virso Navarrete Avaria
Rancagua, Chile77 contributions
The most important Basilica in the world, a beauty, art everywhere, a must visit
Dec 2022
the beauty and magnitude of this Basilica is impressive, many details, art everywhere, a moving sight even for non-believers.
Written 9 March 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
fabgo
Paris, France67 contributions
Spectacular
Feb 2023
The most amazing building on Earth. At least as far as I know.

Rome is severely over-touristed. But surprisingly, it was not too crowded (I visited in February). And it's free. It's the best deal in town.

Make sure to go to the top (not free, but reasonable at $8).
Written 7 March 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Leah
Billings, MT3 contributions
Beautiful
Mar 2023
Entrance to St Peter's Basilica is FREE, and if you go early in the morning then the line through security moves fairly quickly. Please remember that while it is also a historical location, and "tourist attraction", it is also a Holy place. To me personally it was not only beautiful but very moving.
Written 7 March 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Patricia F
Cork, Ireland112 contributions
An amazing church in a beautiful pizza
Oct 2022
We visited in October so the weather was pleasantly warm - ideal for sight seeing. A tour guide led us through the spectacular interior and findings
Written 6 March 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Norma harris
10 contributions
Outstanding
Mar 2023
We went to St Peter's Basilica, after our guided tour of the Vatican and Museum which was a lovely way to finish our time at the Vapican
Written 6 March 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
2
…
Showing results 1-10 of 17,896
Anything missing or inaccurate?
Suggest edits to improve what we show.
Improve this listing

ST. PETER'S BASILICA (Vatican City) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go

Frequently Asked Questions about St. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Basilica is open:
  • Sun - Sat 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Buy tickets in advance on Tripadvisor. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund.
St. Peter's Basilica admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost RM 99.71, while a popular guided tour starts around RM 22.39 per person. See all 825 St. Peter's Basilica tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
St. Peter's Basilica can be crowded, so we recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 825 St. Peter's Basilica tickets and tours on Tripadvisor