Is it worth going up St Peter's Basilica dome?


Is it worth going up St Peter's Basilica dome? The tour was excellent overall and the view from St Peter's Dome can't be beat. It is a somewhat demanding walk up to the top, even with elevators taking you part of the way up, so just be aware of that.


Can you enter Vatican City for free?

The Vatican City is free to enter, allowing you to meander the likes of St. Peter's Basilica and St. Peter's Square without dropping a dime. However, if you want to see the Vatican's starring attractions: the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums, you will have to pay around 15 Euros.


Do I need my passport for the Vatican?

How to Enter the Vatican in Rome? To enter Vatican City, you don't need a passport or Visa or even tickets for the attractions inside. You can simply walk inside. However, if you wish to enter the attractions inside, such as the Vatican Museums, you would need to buy tickets.


Can you wear jeans in St Peters Basilica?

Yes, they have a fairly strict dress code - no bare legs (e.i shorts) or bare shoulders. We just came back from a trip to Italy and visited St Peter's and wore jeans and saw many of the other travelers dressing casually. The rules are the same for all churches in Rome including St.


Where is the entrance to St Peters dome?

The Cupola or the Dome of the Basilica offers a stunning view of the city, and often requires a little more time dedicated to it during your visit. The entrance to this is located right at the beginning above the visitor's square at St. Peter's Square, so visiting it first is a great idea.