Vatican City: St. Peter's Basilica guided tour.｜Italy

Meet your guide and head to St. Peter’s Basilica, the largest church in the world. Learn about the site where the Apostle Peter, considered the first Pope, is believed to have been buried following his martyrdom.

Discover how this site has been the spiritual center of the Catholic Church and the Pope’s primary place of worship and ceremony for centuries.

Marvel at the design, art, and sheer scale of the basilica, which reflect a level of ambition that has shaped religious practice, artistic movements, and political power for half a millennium.

Even if you’re not a person of faith, feel the depth of history that has unfolded here within Vatican City.

Learn how to make the most of your time once you’re inside, and where to get one of the best views of Rome.