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St. Peter's Basilica: Dome Access + Audio Guide
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Book tickets and tours →St. Peter's Basilica: opening hours
From 26 October 2026 to 28 March 2027 the Basilica is open every day from 7:00 to 19:00, and the dome from 7:30 to 17:00. In summer the hours are longer.
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Opening hours for every month are on the Opening hours page.
Checked against the official website on 31 October 2026 · Official source
| Period | Last entry | Closing |
|---|---|---|
| Basilica, winter (until 28 March 2027): opens at 7:00 | - | 19:00 |
| Dome, winter: opens at 7:30 | - | 17:00 |
| Basilica, summer: opens at 7:00 | - | 20:00 |
| Dome, summer: opens at 7:00 | - | 18:00 |
The Basilica is open every day, but parts of it can be closed during ceremonies. Summer hours are longer and the exact dates change from year to year.
Checked against the official website on 31 October 2026 · Official source: Basilica Papale di San Pietro in Vaticano
Is St. Peter's Basilica free?
Yes: walking into the Basilica from the square is free. You pay for the dome, the Treasury Museum, the necropolis, guided visits and audio guides.
Is there a security check?
Yes. The access begins with security checks by the Italian State Police, under the right-hand colonnade as you face the church. The queue is on the same side.
Bulky equipment, including professional cameras, needs permission.
What about Wednesday mornings?
On some Wednesday mornings the square can be set up for the pope's general audience, which may slow your way in. Allow some extra time on those days.
Can I visit during Mass?
The Basilica is a place of worship, with Masses and confessions through the day. Part of it may be set aside for a service, so plan your visit around them and be ready to wait.
St. Peter's Basilica: frequently asked questions
What are the opening hours of St. Peter's Basilica?
From 26 October 2026 to 28 March 2027 it is open every day from 7:00 to 19:00, and the dome from 7:30 to 17:00. Hours are longer in summer.
Is the Holy Door open?
No. The Jubilee ended on 6 January 2026 and the Holy Door is closed.
Is there a security check?
Yes: the Italian State Police check everyone at the entrance, on the right-hand side of the square as you face the church.