ROME · ITALY
St. Peter's Basilica
Stop 03 of 18 on Travelhour's Rome walking day
About St. Peter's Basilica
The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter in the Vatican, or simply St. Peter's Basilica, is a church of the Italian Renaissance located in Vatican City, an independent microstate enclaved within the city of Rome, Italy. It was initially planned in the 15th century by Pope Nicholas V and then Pope Julius II to replace the ageing Old St. Peter's Basilica, which was built in the fourth century by Roman emperor Constantine the Great. Construction of the present basilica began on 18 April 1506 and was completed on 18 November 1626.
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St. Peter's Basilica — questions travellers ask
- How much are St. Peter's Basilica tickets?
- St. Peter's Basilica ticket prices vary by season and age group; check the official site or use the booking partners linked on this page for current live pricing.
- What are St. Peter's Basilica opening hours?
- Opening hours vary by season — check the official St. Peter's Basilica website before your visit for the current schedule.
- How do you get to St. Peter's Basilica?
- St. Peter's Basilica is centrally located in Rome, Italy. Reach it by metro, tram or a short taxi ride from the city centre — see the Google Maps link on this page for exact walking directions.
- Is St. Peter's Basilica worth visiting?
- Yes — The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter in the Vatican, or simply St.
- How long do you need at St. Peter's Basilica?
- Most visitors spend 1–2 hours at St. Peter's Basilica, though tour groups often move through in under an hour.
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