Title: St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican | Expedia.co.uk [St. Peter's Basilica Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Peters-Basilica-Hotels.0-l6074144-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[St. Peter's Basilica Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-St-Peters-Basilica.d6074144.Car-Hire-Guide)[Vatican Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Vatican.d6046253.Holidays-City-Breaks) # St. Peter's Basilica ![St. Peter\'s Basilica showing a square or plaza, a church or cathedral and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20283-St-Peters-Basilica-Basilica-Di-San-Pietro-.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![St. Peter's Basilica](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/542000/542401-rome.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![St. Peter's Basilica](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/542000/542462-st-peters-basilica-basilica-di-san-pietro-.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![St. Peter's Basilica](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/542000/542420-vatican-city.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![St. Peter's Basilica](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/542000/542466-st-peters-basilica-basilica-di-san-pietro-.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit St. Peter's Basilica Activities Reviews --- --- #### Experience this high-domed church at the heart of Catholicism and its magnificent gallery at the heart of the art world. The lofty dome of St. Peter’s Basilica is the great towering symbol of the minuscule Vatican state and a towering artistic statement of the Late Renaissance and Baroque periods.The history of this site incorporates a great deal of Christian mythology. The story goes that, after the crucifixion of Jesus, one of his 12 disciples, Peter from Galilee, embarked on a long trek to Rome where he was martyred by Emperor Nero. The location where he died, close to the Egyptian obelisk in the Circus (which still stands today), was initially marked by a red rock, and then by a shrine, followed by the first (Old) St. Peter’s Basilica in 360\. This wooden structure stood for more than a millennium until it fell into disrepair in the 15th century. In 1506, Pope Julius II broke ground on the basilica and a series of Renaissance masters began an immense century-long construction project.Officially opened on November 18, 1626, the last 400 years have seen St. Peter’s Basilica become one of the most sacred sites of Catholicism and one of the world’s top tourist attractions. The beautiful exterior is a cross-generational collaboration between Bramante, Raphael and Michelangelo, and includes an enormous nave and the high, iconic dome. It’s what stands inside, however, that really impresses.Once inside, you’ll find frescoes and mosaics by the likes of Bernini and Giotto and a host of other treasures. Michelangelo’s *Pietà* and Arnolfo di Cambio’s Saint Peter sculptures, Vico Consorti’s Holy Door and Bernini’s famous altar are in good company with the treasures buried below the ground, such as the beautiful tombs of significant Vatican figures, from St. Peter to Pope John Paul II. Whether you’re a Catholic, an art aficionado or just a lover of beauty, St. Peter’s Basilica is a must-see.The basilica is in central Rome and is open daily, although opening times vary according to the season. If you are planning to visit the Vatican Museums at the same time, be aware it is closed on Sundays with the exception of the last Sunday of the month. You can walk to the basilica from the city center the most direct route is to cross the Tiber and walk straight up Via della Conciliazione. The Metro train station Ottaviano is a short walk away along Via Ottaviano. ## Plan a trip to see St. Peter's Basilica Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Hotel Delle Civette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100970000/100969400/100969343/098779c1_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Hotel Delle Civette Nomentano £161 per person 1 Feb - 4 Feb found 1 day ago Return flight included Birmingham (BHX) to Rome (FCO) 9.6/10 Exceptional! (267 reviews) We are Canadians who stayed 2 weeks at this hotel and so happy we did. This hotel offered amazing staff, great atmosphere, fantastic cappuccinos and espresso’s. The breakfast had an abundance of selection. Eggs, bacon the usual and of course Italian style. We would share a bottle of wine on the terrace at night and enjoy the view. We were there Nov 29 until Dec 13\. We would say the best time to visit Italy. We selected this hotel because it was away from the city center and more into the local area. Things were much cheaper especially groceries at PAM local. Favorite restaurant near by was I Belcastro about 10 mins away and the best margarita pizza you will ever taste. The bus is very close and the number of bus that gets you everywhere is bus 62 or 60\. Get a bus pass to save money at the local station. But if you want to burn off calories and take a great walk, we waked about 3 to 5km a day. You won’t even notice that you walked that far because it’s a pleasant walk. So try both. If your like us and don’t want to stay in hotels in the heart of town where a billion people are than choose Hotel Delle Civette. Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025 ![Albergo Etico Roma](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33130000/33120500/33120475/6b9ee00e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Albergo Etico Roma Flaminio £168 per person 26 Jan - 29 Jan found 1 hour ago Return flight included London (LON) to Rome (FCO) 9.6/10 Exceptional! (335 reviews) Wonderful stay, would be back Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025 ![Smart Guesthouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91080000/91079900/91079832/87b39f3b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Smart Guesthouse Rome City Centre £249 per person 26 Jan - 30 Jan found 1 day ago Return flight included Manchester (MAN) to Rome (FCO) 9.6/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews) Great location because of how close it is to the train station, stay was very pleasant. The hotel was super communicative. Would recommend! 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Excellent Verified traveller Visit later in the day and midweek as quieter. ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Take the lift to to roof for views across Rome ### 4/5 - Good Verified traveller Preorder entrance tickets, even then be prepared to queue. For hours. ### 2/5 - Disappointing Verified traveller Big queues to enter and pretty much a shuffling queue inside even though it was very late afternoon. All the side altars and statues curtained off, not allowed to sit down....if you’ve been before don’t go again because your memory will be spoiled. ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller booked a guided tour beforehand so avoided the queues ### Popular places to visit ![Sistine Chapel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f79dcad5017f721a3f86785b60fdb008.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sistine Chapel You can learn about the history of Vatican City with a visit to Sistine Chapel. Visit the notable monuments and stunning cathedral in this vibrant area. 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