St. Peter's Square (Piazza San Pietro) Tours and Activities

Discover the Vatican on a tour of St. Peter’s Basilica, Sistine Chapel, and the Vatican Museums. Navigate the vast complex of rooms, artwork, and history with a guide, who brings the ancient collection to life. Skip all the entrance lines to explore halls such as the Gallery of the Maps and Raphael’s Rooms; step inside the Sistine Chapel to admire ‘The Creation of Adam’ by Michelangelo; and hear little-known tales about sacred St. Peter’s Basilica (when the option is selected). Choose from several departures, or upgrade to an evening experience or small-group tour with 10 people.

Visit the Vatican without the crowds on a private early-bird tour and enter the Vatican Museums before the complex opens to the general public. Enjoy an exclusive exploration of world-renowned art by Renaissance masters, visit the Sistine Chapel, and enter St. Peter’s Basilica directly from the museums, without waiting in the main line. Upgrade for a prime version with even earlier priority access, including the Raphael Rooms.

Skip the crowded coach tours and discover the highlights of the Eternal City from a Vespa sidecar. Each motorcycle and sidecar fits two people (plus driver), so you can settle back with a friend or loved one as you cruise by attractions from the Colosseum to the Trevi Fountain. Tours include live narration via convenient headphones for crucial context on each site, plus a traditional Roman breakfast of cappuccino and cornetto.

Some of the greatest art and architecture in the world is in Rome, but the top attractions are spread across the city and difficult to reach on foot. With this tour, take in the most famous sights in Rome from the comfort of a golf cart. Admire the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and other highlights while hearing about their history and architecture from your guide.

Hop on a vintage Vespa for an evening tour of the Eternal City. First stop: Rome’s most iconic landmark, the Colosseum. After a brief stop for gelato and coffee (included), the tour continues with stops at the Mouth of the Truth,  Circus Maximus , Palatine Hill, Saint Peter's Square, and the Trevi Fountain. An experienced guide does the driving so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the views.

See Rome all lit up for the night on a 3.5-hour bike tour led by a knowledgeable guide. Take in iconic sites including Piazza Navona, the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, the Coliseum and the Roman Forum as you pedal around the illuminated city. Gain insight into the history and culture as you hear informative commentary from your guide. You’ll ride with a small group limited to eight people, which ensures a more intimate experience of this magnificent city.

Revel in the treasures of Rome and Vatican City on a full-day of exploration led by an expert guide. See remnants of ancient Rome including the legendary Colosseum, the Pantheon, and the sprawling Roman Forum while hearing tales of gladiators and emperors, and admire baroque Italian art at Piazza Navona. In the afternoon make your own way to reconvene with the group to explore holy highlights of Vatican City including the awe-inspiring Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Square. Tour size is limited for a more intimate small-group experience.

Discover the Eternal City as the Romans do on a 3-hour Vespa tour. You can ride solo, with a friend, or enjoy a personal driver as you traverse the city streets like a local.  The comprehensive tour takes you past all of Rome’s main attractions, including the Colosseum, Vatican City, and Saint Peter’s square. Along the way, learn about the monuments from a convenient audioguide.

When your cruise ship docks at Civitavecchia port, make the most of your time with a self-guided, full-day shore excursion in Rome, customized to match your interests and preferred pace. Visit the heart of the Vatican at St. Peter’s Square or step back in time to Imperial Rome at the Colosseum and Roman Forum. The day is yours to spend as you like, and your driver makes it all happen with ease. Please note that all food and entrance fees are at your own expense.

Explore Rome—without the stress of planning—on a full-day shore excursion from the port of Civitavecchia. In addition to round-trip transport, the day’s itinerary includes private tours of the Vatican and Colosseum, as well as free time to explore. Unlike group trips offered by cruise companies, this private tour ensures a personal, customized experience.

Get acquainted with Rome's most important sites, including skip-the-line entry at the Vatican and the Colosseum, on this whirlwind full-day tour. Optimized for travelers without time to spare, learn about ancient Rome's history, culture, art, and architecture. Round-trip transportation from downtown Rome included.

Ideally suited to cruise ship passengers, this action-packed sightseeing tour of the Eternal City covers the highlights of Rome in a single day. Enjoy VIP pickup from Civitavecchia Port and embark on a customizable itinerary based on your interests. Wander the ruins of ancient Rome, take in iconic landmarks like the Spanish Steps, and venture into the mysterious Catacombs. Upgrade to include monument entrance fees.

Unlock the mysteries of the Vatican on this popular tour. Follow your guide on a carefully selected route through the Vatican Museum’s hundreds of sprawling rooms to see the most important pieces of this world-class art collection. Gaze up at the Sistine Chapel ceiling, and then head underground to the rarely seen ‘Vatacombs’—the final resting place of many popes and home to ancient relics. Enjoy priority access to bypass the crowds, including skip-the-line privileges to enter St. Peter’s Basilica.

Make your visit to Vatican City truly unforgettable with this once-in-a-lifetime papal audience ticket. Join Pope Francis either outdoors in in St Peter's Square or in the nearby Nervi Hall, depending on the weather, during his papal audience in Vatican City.

Skip-the-line at the Vatican Museums on this tour of one of the world’s most renowned collections of art. With a private guide, go straight inside the complex to admire the Vatican’s architecture, marvel at works by masters like Raphael and Caravaggio, and see some of the ‘hidden,’ off-the-beaten-path sites that many visitors miss. Of course, you visit the Sistine Chapel to see Michelangelo’s famous frescoes, and enter St. Peter’s Basilica from the museums, avoiding the main entrance line.

We can show you the most important monuments and make you discover Rome in one day starting from the port of Civitavecchia. We will be happy to help you with your private guide. We will pick you up on the port of Civitavecchia and we'll drive you to Rome. What are you waiting for? Here we go! - Let's go! We will continue the tour visiting the Circus Maximus where you enjoy the view of the Palatine Hill. We will stop for a nice lunch in a typical Roman Trattoria. After this recreational break you will visit St. Peter Square and the Janiculum, The "eight Hill" of Rome. Around 4:00 p.m. we will be ready to go back to the Port.

Visit St Peter’s Basilica, climb its dome, and see the papal crypt on this all-access tour. Starting early, you’ll see St. Peter’s Square without the large daytime crowds, then head to the top of the dome for panoramic vistas over the capital. Tour the basilica to admire Michelangelo’s ‘La Pietà’ among other highlights, then finish with a visit to the papal crypt — a site normally missed by other tour groups. Numbers are limited to 15 for a small-group experience.

Save time, and head straight to the Vatican’s most popular sights and attractions, on this seamless and speedy tour. Pick from morning or afternoon departure times, and meet your guide. With skip-the-line tickets, you’ll beat the crowds and head straight into the Vatican Museums. Discover the Sistine Chapel at your own pace, and follow your guide directly to the museums’ other highlights. Your final stop is at the neighboring St. Peter’s Basilica.

Explore Italy’s ancient capital by night and see the historic architecture in a new light on this private sightseeing tour of Rome. Frame famous landmarks such as the Colosseum, the Spanish Steps, and St. Peter’s Basilica on camera when the crowds have gone. Head along the Via Veneto and watch the city lights play on the Tiber River. End the evening with a prosecco toast on Janiculum Hill—with panoramic views over the rooftops of Rome.

Get the most out of visiting the top must-see sights of Rome on a private guided tour. You’ll skip the lines with priority tickets, leaving more time to learn about the history of some of Rome’s most impressive ancient sites from your guide. While you’ll be transported around Rome via comfortable vehicle, you will walk with your guide through each site, for a more intimate and close-up experience. Tours are fully customizable to suit your needs and interests.

Dive into the Rome of Dan Brown’s bestselling novel on this ‘Angels and Demons’ tour. Inspired by the book, the tour takes you on a journey through the Eternal City as you search for messages from the secret society known as the Illuminati. Along the way, admire Rome’s beautiful art and attractions like St Peter’s Square, Piazza Navona, and Castel Sant’Angelo. This walking tour is limited to 25 people.

Explore Rome with the convenience of a small-group electric bike tour that covers the major sights in a short time. Pedal past landmarks including the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, St Peter’s Square, and the Spanish Steps, and dive into ancient Rome’s history at the Roman Forum, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and Castel Sant’Angelo. Simply switch on the electric motor for a boost when you need it.

Attend a Papal Audience with Pope Francis I at the Vatican. Tickets may be free but they are extremely hard to come by, so booking in advance is essential. By booking ahead, you're ensuring you won't waste any time trying to get tickets while you're on vacation in the Eternal City. 

Explore Rome’s iconic monuments, beautiful piazzas, and famous Vatican Museums during a private shore excursion designed especially for you. Start at the Port of Citavecchia and travel to Rome with your professional driver. Maximize your time with skip-the-line access to the Colosseum and the Vatican. Your guide ensures you understand the significance and history of these landmarks.