First steps up to the top of Michelangelo's dome begin on the marble paving stones of St. Peter's Square. There are 551 steps in total so we take the elevator part way which cuts the count to an easier 380. We take our time and enjoy plenty of staircase breaks! Post-dome and the remarkable views therefrom, rest awhile before entering St. Peter's Basilica, where Bernini's sculptures and Michelangelo's art rise above Holy Papal tombs and the perceived necropolis of St. Peter himself. After a morning of walking and climbing, be sure to bring your appetite for a food tour like no other! 10 Tastings is indeed BIG. You won't find a more fun or satisfying food experience when in Rome!
What's Included
Entrance and part-elevator / part-stairs access to the summit of St. Peter's Basilica dome
Expert Vatican guide will explain everything at every stage
Entrance to world famous St. Peter's Basilica, the cornerstone of the Vatican City!
Access to Papal crypts and all the incredible alcoves inside St. Peter's
Absolutely inclusive tour of entire St. Peter's and Dome!
Your Vatican guide will tell you everything about the sculptures and mosaics inside St. Peter's
Our legendary Rome Food Walk is included! Big tastings in local Roman food spots!
Fantastic rejuvenating experience after a day of touring and walking!
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Departure & Return
Departure Point
1: Largo del Colonnato, 1, 00193 Roma RM, Italy 2: Piazza di Santa Maria in Trastevere, 00153 Roma RM, Italy
Departure Time
8:00 AM
Return Details
Via del Governo Vecchio, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
What To Expect
Itinerary
Stop At:
St. Peter's Square
Meet your expert Vatican tour guide on the threshold of St. Peter's Square and make your way across marble paving to the steps which wind up and around the dome. There are 551 in total so of course this is too much exertion for most. We take the elevator part of the way which cuts the step count by a sizable 171, leaving 380.
From St. Peter's Square, enter the passageways which lead up to the top of Michelangelo's magnificent dome for superb views of the Vatican City and Rome.
A fully guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica follows your dome climb. It's one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and it will leave a profound impression upon your soul.
10 Tastings begins in Trastevere, the "village" of Rome which lies right in the heart of the city. Popular with born and bred Romans, this is the real place to be seen out and about eating and drinking. We will show you the way!
After eating your way through Trastevere and at two top food spots between there and Campo de' Fiori in the heart of historic Rome, enjoy three more amazing places to eat! Meats and tasty hot pastries on this famous piazza!
Sweets are the treats on this lovely cobbled and colourful street which boasts some of the most beautiful houses in Rome! History is everywhere here and it's where your tour concludes with tiramisu tastings and a limoncello finale! Ciao!!