Know before you go. What to bring. ID requirement: Bring a valid passport or photo ID for security checks. Clothing: Wear comfortable clothes and shoes suitable for walking and climbing stairs. Dress code: Ensure shoulders and knees are covered and avoid sleeveless tops, shorts, or skirts above the knee. Accessibility. Wheelchair access: This experience is not wheelchair accessible and is not suitable for people with mobility impairments. Age restriction: This activity is not suitable for children under 6 years of age. Dome climb: The Dome climb involves over 300 narrow steps in an enclosed space and may not suit those with claustrophobia or limited mobility. What's not allowed. Large luggage: Do not bring large bags, backpacks, suitcases, or luggage into St. Peter's Basilica. Prohibited items: Do not carry glass objects, weapons, or sharp items. Flash photography: Do not use flash when taking photos inside the Basilica. Inappropriate clothing: Do not wear shorts, short skirts, sleeveless shirts, or low-cut garments inside the Basilica. Strollers: Do not bring strollers inside St. Peter's Basilica. Food and drinks: Do not consume or carry food and drinks inside. Pets: Do not bring pets, except for registered service animals. Additional information. Security checks: All visitors must pass airport-style security checks, so allow extra time as waits can reach up to 2 hours at peak times. Meeting details: Meeting point and time vary by option; check your confirmation and arrive 15-30 minutes early because late arrivals cannot be accommodated or refunded. Operational closures: Entry to St. Peter's Basilica and the Dome may close without notice for religious ceremonies or Vatican events, and alternatives will be arranged if the underground or Dome is closed. Special passage note: The special passage between the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica is closed on Wednesdays and during major celebrations like Easter, when the guide leads you instead to the Pinacoteca Gallery. Dome elevator: The Dome elevator goes only to the first balcony, and you must climb the remaining 320 steps on foot. Vatican access: Some options include the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, while others do not, so check your selected tour option carefully. Headsets: Headsets are provided to ensure clear audio during the tour. Tour options: Please select the correct tour option, such as Regular Guided Tour or Dome Climb Tour, before booking. Photography: Photography without flash is permitted in most areas. Physical fitness: Moderate physical fitness is recommended because the tour involves walking and stairs.