Highlights
- Erected in honor of the Prince of Apostles
Description
The Latin inscription above the entrance states: "Paul V Borghese, Roman, Pontiff, in the year 1612, the seventh of his pontificate, erected in honour of the Prince of Apostles".
The entrance to Saint Peter's Basilica has spitirual significance as it is written:
“I am the gate. Whoever enters through me, will be safe. He will go in and out, and find pasture”.
(John 10:9)
Above the entrance to St. Peter's Basilica is the central balcony where the election of the new pope is announced - the famous Latin saying: "Habemus Papum" which means "We have a Pope". It is also where the Pope gives the Urbi et Orbi blessing, and for this reason the balcony is also called the "Loggia of the Blessings",
Available: Sat, Dec 3 2022
- The Sistine Chapel
- The Vatican Museums
- The Colosseum
- The Roman Forum and Arch of Constantine
- The Pantheon
- The Trevi Fountain
- The Spanish Steps
You could discover Rome as many tourists do: admiring its beauty, glancing at its many treasures as you pass them by. However, what we offer in our two-day tour is a full immersion ... morein Rome and the Vatican. This is a chance to really get to know the fascinating histories behind the most famous sites, and some of the lesser-known spots.
With our skip the lines tickets and qualified guide, you relive the gladiator’s fierce battles, and the feats of engineering that enabled the creation of the Colosseum. You explore the Roman Forum, once the political and religious heart of Ancient Rome, and the Palatine Hill, once a luxurious residential area, brimming with villas of the emperors. Then you visit the great piazzas that Rome is famous for: Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona and others.
The second day is dedicated to exploring the Vatican. We will emerge you in the masterpieces of the Renaissance, the captivating works inside the Vatican Museums and of course, the Basilica of St. Peter. Naturally, you will also visit in-depth the exquisite Sistine Chapel and Raffaello’s Rooms, housing their immortal frescoes and learning a lot. The tour concludes at the majestic Castel Sant’Angelo, which offers a breathtaking view of all Rome.
Available: Sat, Dec 3 2022
Available: Sat, Dec 3 2022
- Colosseum
- Roman Forum
- Trevi Fountain
- Piazza Navona
- Vatican Museums
- Sistine Chapel
- St. Peter's Basilica
- The Pantheon
Rome wasn’t built in a day, but with our Rome in a Day tour you can make the most of your time in the Eternal City even if you only have a few hours to see it all! In the company of ... moreone of our passionate expert guides, we'll take you on an amazing journey across centuries of history, art and culture.
Available: Sat, Dec 3 2022
Available: Sat, Dec 3 2022
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- Sistine Chapel
- St. Peter's Basilica
- Vatican Museums
- Raphael Rooms
A true luxury designed by you, during your 5-hour Vatican Tour, our expert guide will focus on exactly what interests you, offering hidden insights into the works and giving you the ... morechance to ask all the questions you wish.
Available: Sat, Dec 3 2022
Available: Sat, Dec 3 2022
- Sistine Chapel
- Vatican Museum
- St. Peter's Basilica
There are certain experiences that are guaranteed to change your life. Discover the Sistine Chapel before it opens its doors to the public where you can admire the detail and the figures ... morethat appear 3D in how much they are lifelike. Learn about the ideas and passion of Michelangelo, explore the characters he created on the iconic ceiling and in The Last Judgement without battling the crowds on our private Sistine Chapel Tour.
Available: Sat, Dec 3 2022
Available: Wed, Dec 7 2022
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- Michelangelo's La Pietà
- Sistine Chapel
- The Belvedere Courtyard
- The Belvedere Torso
- St. Peter's Basilica
- Ancient Greek Sculpture Halls
Our Vatican tour explores masterpieces of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter's Basilica, with expedited entrance tickets.
Available: Wed, Dec 7 2022
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