Experience this high-domed church at the heart of Catholicism and its magnificent gallery at the heart of the art world.
St. Peter's Basilica Tours and Activities
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Grand Hotel Olympic
Rome City Centre
per person
Aug. 3 - Aug. 10
found 14 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Rome (FCO)
7.2/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
Grand Olympic Hotel has been seen to have been recently refurbished/updated.
The young lady on check in was very helpful and we had very interaction with any other staff but housekeeping was always done.
The only thing letting the hotel down is that the rooms still need attention. Doorframes coming away, decoration in bathroom not great and looks to be suffering with damp also the shower leaks and at one point the handle was loose. However TV was useful to pass the time after walks and before dinner and the room was basic but “did the job”. Unsure if would return here unless it was significantly updated.
Reviewed on Jun. 24, 2024
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Relais de la Poste
Rome City Centre
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per person
Sep. 8 - Sep. 15
found 10 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Montreal (YUL) to Rome (FCO)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (338 reviews)
Location is great walkable to most attractions, but no access with a car. Rooms were tiny and bed was uncomfortable for me. Breakfast was the same every day and it felt like the food was not fresh, fruits over ripe, salami smelled old and even pastries were not freshly baked but most likely were packaged goods from supermarket.
Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2024
History & culture
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Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, & St. Peter’s Basilica Fully Guided Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
4.5 out of 5 with 6130 reviews
Free cancellation available
Attractions
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Skip the Line: Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tickets or Tours
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
4.4 out of 5 with 995 reviews
Free cancellation available
Food, drink & nightlife
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3 in 1 Cooking Class near Navona: Fettuccine, Ravioli & Tiramisu
Activity duration is 3 hours
4.9 out of 5 with 29 reviews
Free cancellation available
Cruises & boat tours
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Amalfi Coast and Positano Day Trip from Rome with Coastal Cruise
Activity duration is 15 hours
4.6 out of 5 with 71 reviews
Free cancellation available
Water activities
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Urban Rafting on Rome's Tiber River
Activity duration is 2 hours
4.5 out of 5 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Reviews of St. Peter's Basilica
4.7
Top destination
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
The line-ups to get in are ridiculous. But the new sculpture in the square, Angels Unawares, is exceptionally moving!!! Definitely glad we saw that!!!
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
Thousands of chairs set up in the Piazza really take away from the experience. Also viewing of interior has been severely limited since I was there last.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Recommend going with guide to many of the more significant sights like Forum, Colosseum and Vatican. They are a wealth of information and provide a much better understanding and context to what you are looking at.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Make sure to cover your shoulders and knees. However, we noticed that the guards were less strict when we visited in the hot summer. They seem to request some people to cover up more, and let others go buy who barely met the dress code. Check it out if you go to the Vatican and are interested in seeing more.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
okay BIG TIP.....if you want to skip the crazy long lines and not pay for the Skip the line tickets....well on Sunday every church is open for mass and it is free. Go half an hour before mass starts and go through security check and enjoy the free admission. There is no pictures taking during mass but you are welcome to visit the church after mass. You don't have to be a card carrying catholic to attend but with all religious institutions just be respectful. Woman are not allowed into the church at anytime with bare shoulders or short shorts. A piece of cloth (shawl) can be used to cover up.
4/5 - Good
Roque&Andrea
Visit later during the day to avoid lesser crowds. Scalpers, hasslers as you move your wayto the entrancď
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Mama Shelter Roma
Via Luigi Rizzo 20, Rome
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Starhotels Michelangelo
Via Della Stazione Di San Pietro 14, Rome, RM
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Grand Hotel Olympic
Via Properzio 2/a, Rome, RM
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Hotel Museum
Via Tunisi 8, Rome
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Best Western Plus Hotel Spring House
Via Mocenigo 7, Rome, RM
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Hotel Casa Tra Noi
Via di Monte Del Gallo, 113, Rome, RM
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Vatican Style
Via del Mascherino 46, Rome
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Tmark Hotel Vaticano
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