Monuments and Museums

Papal Audience, St Peter’s Basilica and Dome with audio guide

Audiencia Papal con Basílica de San Pedro y Cúpula - Entrada y Audioguía

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Attend the Papal Audience and round off the day with a visit to St Peter’s Basilica, complete with an audio guide and a climb up to the dome. Available exclusively on Wednesdays, this experience combines one of the Vatican’s most iconic events with art, architecture and panoramic views of Rome.

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What’s includedIncluded

Included

Tickets for the Papal Audience (Wednesdays only at 7.30 am)
Tickets to St Peter’s Basilica
Tickets for the Dome of St Peter’s with lift access – Ticket price: €22; the remainder covers additional services, audio guides and booking fees.
Tour assistance
Audio guide in your chosen language
Booking management and support

Not included

Access to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel
Headphones and a smartphone with an internet connection
Transport
Any service not listed as included

Description

Enjoy a special day at the Vatican by attending the Papal Audience and rounding off the experience with the St Peter’s Basilica and the climb up to the Dome. An opportunity to combine one of the most unique moments of the week with a panoramic and cultural tour St Peter’s.

Much more than a traditional audio guide

Available in 10 languagesTexts and audio guides designed so you can follow the tour in your preferred language.

HD videos of the highlightsAudiovisual content to help you learn more about the Basilica’s most iconic works of art and spaces.

Audio guide to St Peter’s BasilicaExplanations of their history, architecture and main works.

Rome Audio GuideAdditional content to help you discover the city and put your visit into context.

360° virtual tourTake an interactive tour of the monument and revisit its spaces whenever you like.

Compatible with iOS and AndroidAccess the content from your mobile or tablet, without needing any additional devices.

Location and access

Address

Viale Vaticano s/n, 00165 Rome

Opening hours

Monday – Saturday 08:00 – 18:00Last accessed: 18:00
Last Sunday of every month09:00 – 14:00Last accessed: 12:30
Closed in 2026: 1 and 6 January; 11 February; 19 March; 6 April; 1 May; 29 June; 14 and 15 August; 1 November; 8, 25 and 26 December.

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Good to know

You must present your ID card or passport to gain entry. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tickets will be sent by email up to 24 hours before the visit or, if the booking is made on the same day, up to 1 hour beforehand.
The entry time may vary by up to ±180 minutes within the selected time slot, subject to availability.
For some tours, tickets are collected directly at the meeting point specified after booking.
After booking, you’ll need to provide the visitors’ details (ID card or passport).
Tickets are non-transferable and cannot be amended or cancelled once issued.
You’ll receive your tickets by email, WhatsApp or text message no later than 24 hours before your visit.

Cancellation policy

Once the booking has been confirmed, tickets cannot be cancelled or refunded as these are activities with specific dates and times, in accordance with European Directive 2011/83/EU. In the event of an official cancellation by the site or an administrative issue, a full refund will be offered.

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Frequently Asked Questions

On what day and at what time does the Papal Audience take place?

The Papal Audience takes place exclusively on Wednesdays. You must arrive at the meeting point at 7.30 am, allowing 15 to 30 minutes’ time to collect your tickets and receive the necessary instructions.

How does the experience continue after the Papal Audience?

At the end of the audience, you’ll need to return to the original meeting point to continue with the tour of St Peter’s Basilica and the climb up to the dome. This second part will take place at 1.30 pm or 3.00 pm, depending on the time slot selected when booking.

Where should I collect my tickets and start the experience?

The meeting point is Café San Michele, located at Via Borgo Santo Spirito, 17. There you will receive your tickets for the Papal Audience and the necessary instructions to get started. You will also need to return to this point before your visit to the Basilica and the Dome.

What’s the difference between booking on the official website and booking through Feel The City?

With Feel The City, you can check the latest availability for visiting the Vatican Museums and book easily and securely. You’ll receive confirmation of your purchase once you’ve completed your booking, along with clear instructions and all the information you need to prepare for your visit with peace of mind.

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