

Vatican Obelisk (Obelisco Vaticano)
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At the center of St. Peter's Square, the second tallest Egyptian obelisk in Rome soars 84 feet (26 meters) into the air to signify the Catholic church's power. Brought from Heliopolis to Rome by Caligula in AD 37, the red-granite obelisk was moved to its current location by Pope Sixtus V in 1586.
St. Peter's Square, Vatican City, Italy, 00120
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Fast Track Access Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel & St Peters Basilica Tour
Save time, and head straight to the Vatican’s most popular sights and attractions, on this seamless and speedy tour. Pick from morning or afternoon departure times, and meet your guide. With skip-the-line tickets, you’ll beat the crowds and head straight into the Vatican Museums. Discover the Sistine Chapel at your own pace, and follow your guide directly to the museums’ other highlights. Your final stop is at the neighboring St. Peter’s Basilica.
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$73.10
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Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Meet Pope Francis at St Peter square Vatican City
Attend a Papal Audience with Pope Francis I at the Vatican. Tickets may be free but they are extremely hard to come by, so booking in advance is essential. By booking ahead, you're ensuring you won't waste any time trying to get tickets while you're on vacation in the Eternal City.
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St. Peter's Basilica : Fast Entry Guided Tour with Vatican official guides
To dig deep into the history and art of St Peter’s Basilica, explore the church on a walking tour with a Vatican guide. From St Peter’s Square, walk to the basilica, jumping past the entrance queue with your No Wait Access Ticket. Inside, listen to stories about the popes, pilgrims and Renaissance art masters who have left their marks on this iconic Catholic site, whose Michelangelo-designed dome dominates the Rome skyline.
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Rome and The Vatican Private Tour: Angels & Demons Mystery Exploration Game
Follow in the steps of character Robert Langdon in "Angels and Demons" on this downloadable quest. Walk around Rome, solving games and clues to unlock the next destination, revealed on your smartphone. You and your group can immerse yourself in Langdon's story as well as the history of Rome, moving at your own pace and taking as long as you like.
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$9.28
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Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regular temperature checks for staff
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms

Vatican City Saint Peter Basilica Private visit for your family and friends
St. Peter’s Basilica is one of the world’s great repositories of art and architecture and taking it in on your own can be overwhelming. With this private tour, visit with a guide to learn about this magnificent church’s history and treasures. Save time with priority access and admire the highlights inside at a more relaxed pace while you hear about the popes, saints, and artists who left their mark over the centuries.
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Peter's Tomb: Exclusive Visit of the Basilica & Its Necropolis
St. Peter’s Basilica may grab you with its grandeur, but much of its history lies in its hidden details. Head beneath the famous church and discover the Vatican necropolis, a Roman cemetery that’s said to house the relics of St. Peter the Apostle. Walk amid tombs that trace pagan Rome to the start of Christianity, then return to the basilica for a tour. Michelangelo’s ‘La Pietà’ and Bernini’s bronze baldachin are among the highlights.
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Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Skip the Line: Small Group Stories of the Vatican Tour including St. Peter's Basilica
Experience an insider’s view of the Vatican Museums on this 3.5-hour, small-group tour. First, skip the line at the Vatican Museums’ entrance, and head in to explore its main exhibits. Your guide tells you little-known facts along the way that many other tour guide don’t know. Visit the Hall of Maps, the Belvedere Courtyard, and the Sistine Chapel. Plus afterward, skip the lines at St. Peter’s Basilica, too.
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Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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Should I book Vatican Obelisk (Obelisco Vaticano) tickets in advance?
We recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot since Vatican Obelisk (Obelisco Vaticano) can get crowded. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 7 Vatican Obelisk (Obelisco Vaticano) tickets and tours on Viator.
How much does it cost to visit Vatican Obelisk (Obelisco Vaticano) 2021?
Currently, an entrance ticket to Vatican Obelisk (Obelisco Vaticano) costs USD 9.28. Guided Vatican Obelisk (Obelisco Vaticano) tours start around USD 9.28 per person. See all 7 Vatican Obelisk (Obelisco Vaticano) tickets and tours on Viator.
What's the best way to experience Vatican Obelisk (Obelisco Vaticano) ?
The best ways to experience Vatican Obelisk (Obelisco Vaticano) are:
- Fast Track Access Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel & St Peters Basilica Tour
- Meet Pope Francis at St Peter square Vatican City
- St. Peter's Basilica : Fast Entry Guided Tour with Vatican official guides
- Rome and The Vatican Private Tour: Angels & Demons Mystery Exploration Game
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