Unfortunately, punctuality is essential to ensure your tour. Arriving late may result in losing the tour.

No, tickets for the Vatican Necropolis are non-refundable.

To modify your booking, you must send a written request to visiteguidate@fsp.va. If possible, the Guided Tours Office staff will respond promptly and accommodate visitors based on daily scheduling and the Necropolis visit rules.

No, the ticket is valid only for the specific time slot selected during purchase.

No, each ticket is valid for one visit only.

No, photography and/or video recording are not permitted inside the Necropolis to preserve the historical site.

It is important to follow the guide’s instructions, respect silence, and avoid touching the ancient structures.

If you cannot locate the meeting point, we recommend asking the staff at Saint Peter’s Basilica for assistance. The Excavations Office is accessible only via the entrance at Via Paolo VI (left colonnade, corresponding to the entrance of the General Audience Hall). If you still have difficulty, you can contact Visitor Assistance.

Appropriate attire is required for this sacred place: trousers below the knee for men, skirts below the knee or trousers for women, and covered shoulders for everyone.

It is important to arrive at the Excavations Office at least 10 minutes before the scheduled visit time.

Yes, advance booking is mandatory due to limited daily availability.

You will receive an email with the summary of your scheduled visit, including the tour language, date, and time.

You must send an email to visiteguidate@fsp.va, including the booking protocol number as a reference. The Guided Tours Office staff will correct the error.

You will receive a second email with a link. By clicking on it and accepting the conditions, you can pay for your visit using a credit card.

Groups generally start every 15 minutes.

No, booking is mandatory.

The Necropolis can be visited from Monday to Friday with scheduled hours from 9:00 AM to 4:15 PM (last tour). On Saturdays, the schedule is from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM (last tour).

The visit lasts approximately one hour.

Each group consists of a maximum of 12 participants.

Yes, every group is exclusively accompanied by a specialized and authorized guide from the Fabric of Saint Peter.

The underground Necropolis may have altered temperature and humidity conditions. Visitors with specific physical conditions or claustrophobia are advised against visiting.

Access is prohibited for visitors under the age of 10.

Yes, modest attire is required. Shoulders and knees must be covered.

Yes, but advance booking is required, and no discounts are available for groups.

The Vatican Necropolis is closed on Sundays and during Vatican holidays.

Yes, guided tours are available in several languages: Italian, English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Dutch, Polish, Hungarian, and Japanese.

No, restrooms are available only before the visit near the Excavations Office and after the visit in designated areas of the Basilica.

Upon specific request during booking, it is possible to include a guided tour of the Basilica following the Necropolis visit. Other areas of the Basilica can also be explored independently after the Necropolis tour.

No, food and drinks are not allowed inside the Necropolis. During summer, a small bottle of water is permitted.

Tickets can only be purchased online through the website www.basilicasanpietro.va by completing the appropriate form.

The temperature and humidity are controlled to preserve the ancient structures. The humidity is around 98%. It is advisable to dress in layers as the environment can be cool.

The Necropolis, located beneath St. Peter's Basilica, is one of the world's most important archaeological sites. You can see the burial site of the Apostle Peter and richly decorated ancient Roman tombs.

Only small bags are recommended. Backpacks and large bags are not permitted.

No, unfortunately, the Vatican Necropolis is not accessible for people with disabilities due to steps at both the entrance and exit, as well as the uneven ancient pavement dating back to the first three centuries.

No specific audio guides are available for the Necropolis, but guided tours provide in-depth explanations in various languages.