St Peter’s Basilica

Basilica, Lookout

The biggest surprise for me when visiting St Peter’s Basilica wasn’t the monumental interior, but the way the entrance works. Entry to the basilica itself is free, but queues of up to several hours can form during the day before the security check. When I arrived about 15 minutes before opening time, I only had to wait 10 minutes. Below, I explain when to arrive, who would benefit from booking via 7 eur, and what to expect when climbing the…

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